Today is …
Dictionary Day (based on the October 16, 1758 birthday of Noah Webster). Apparently, Samuel Goldwyn was not too impressed by the lexicographer’s achievement: “The dictionary is nothing but a lot of words.” Of course, the same could be said about training manuals or corporate mission statements or safety guidelines: “nothing but a lot of words.” As a speechwriter, ask yourself: “How can I make those words meaningful to my audiences?”
National Boss Day. I’ll let you figure out how to work this into your presentations. But in today’s economy, perhaps you’d be wise to consider this thought: ”Before you have an argument with the boss, take a very good look at both sides … his side, and the outside.”