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Comment on 10 Life Lessons from Star Athlete Eagle Day by Joe Marie

Joe Marie — Fri, 17 May 2013 03:48:54 +0000

I lived in KoKoMo, Ms. in the 40′s and early 50′s and as a boy, used to go to the kokomo baseball field which was east of the old school building, and watch the Day boys, Billy, Eagle, Jimmy, and Joe play some terrific
baseball. Those are some of the fondest I have of KoKoMo. Thanks for sharing this inspiring story about such a great man, and I know he is missed by all who knew him. Kindest regards, Joe Marie

Comment on 10 Life Lessons from Star Athlete Eagle Day by Rose Davis Buckley

Rose Davis Buckley — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:24:14 +0000

I remember when I was in the automobile business, the dealership I was with need some heip with a problem. I call Eagle and told him who I was and that I went to school in Columbia. He did not know me
personally but he knew my family. He treated me like an old lost friend and we had many phone calls regarding the help I needed and in the end he got me the positive results. Eagle Day was diffidently a person you would remember.

Comment on 10 Life Lessons from Star Athlete Eagle Day by Dot Fortenberry

Dot Fortenberry — Tue, 07 May 2013 11:58:48 +0000

Thank you for this story about Eagle. He was a great person. A good Christian man.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by David Hooks

David Hooks — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:35:18 +0000

Awesome speech Adam. Researching ideas for my own this May. I hope you don’t mind me stealling some ideas but I will give you the credit. Great job. I am sure St. Andrews misses you as a parent and that your boys are very proud to call you Dad.
Thanks!

Comment on Pro Golfer DeWitt Weaver “Refuses to Be Silent” by Chuck

Chuck — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:05:38 +0000

I met DeWitt at Sky Valley,GA AND PLAYED A FEW ROUNDS WITH HIM and owner and golf pro James MasonHe is a fine gentleman and wish him all the best.

Comment on Masters Champ Byron Nelson Kept Common Touch by Mark Oltedale

Mark Oltedale — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:03:03 +0000

I met and talked with Lee Trevino once in Newport, RI. He was the complete opposite.

Comment on Doctor Who Values Listening by Edie Galley

Edie Galley — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:39:34 +0000

I really appreciate Dr. Conerly’s wisdom in this video Bill! To me, it is powerful to hear the insights from him because of his tremendous experience and knowledge. His outlook on having a wonderful life is a blessing! The quote “say it simply, say it directly, and say it with feeling really hit home too.

Kudos to Dr. Conerly for providing such tremendous service through hospice and giving so much to others. Having had experience with hospice last year with my mom, I know what a difference he makes.

Once again Bill, great video and great choice for guest! Thank you!

Comment on Jane Garee’s Stirring Guidelines for Living by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:33:20 +0000

What a wonderful post! How true.. we all spend way too much time focusing on negativety and finger pointing instead of doing what WE NEED to do… LOVE!!!! Well said Jane. I look forward to meeting you one day!

Comment on Sarina Roth’s Guidelines for Better Photography by Sarina Roth

Sarina Roth — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:58:57 +0000

It was a pleasure being on your show, Bill. Thanks for the great conversation, challenging questions and the opportunity for me to share some tips. Hope to be back on the show again soon!

Comment on Alex Gregory, Compelling Speaker by Dee Turner

Dee Turner — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:58:53 +0000

I knew that Alex would make it to the top! After all, I taught him the “Art of the Deal” when he was eight and I was ten. I would trade my sister’s Pinky Lee comic for Alex’s Batman–and make him think he was getting a great deal! Being older and bigger had it’s advantages.

Comment on Alex Gregory, Compelling Speaker by lee greenwood

lee greenwood — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 23:04:59 +0000

I am not surprised !! Alex is the consummate gentleman who never offends & tactfully makes a point with logic & strength. He is a great speaker but more importantly, a great human being.
We have been friends for 30 years.

Comment on Edie Galley, the Transformer by Edie Galley

Edie Galley — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:01:24 +0000

Hi Jenn! Thank you! I appreciate your comment! Big Kudos to you, I have watched you make the transformation and YOU inspire so many! It is amazing how much it changes life, isn’t it!

Comment on Edie Galley, the Transformer by Edie Galley

Edie Galley — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:57:31 +0000

Thank you Linda! Bill does such an incredible job featuring inspiring people on his blog, it is an honor that he chose to share my story!

Comment on Edie Galley, the Transformer by Jenn Givler

Jenn Givler — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 23:05:23 +0000

What a great interview! Edie – I had no idea you had gone through a weight loss transformation similar to mine! Love your transformation formula!

Comment on Karen Chace, Masterful Storyteller by Eileen DeLorenzo

Eileen DeLorenzo — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 15:25:09 +0000

What a delightful interview with storyteller, Karen Chace!

Comment on Edie Galley, the Transformer by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:35:36 +0000

ITs wonderful to see when someone has a “transformation” in their personal life – how they can carry that over to help so many others.. ANother very inspiring Story.. Thanks Bill

Comment on Masterful Storyteller Provides a Christmas Gem by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 16:38:54 +0000

What a Fabulous Story.. Thank you Bill so much for sharing it! What a great meaning behind it.1

Comment on 10 Life Lessons from Star Athlete Eagle Day by Michael D Goodman

Michael D Goodman — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:49:39 +0000

Hi Bill,

I find myself more than a little inspired by men like this. It isn’t from what they say, but how they choose to live their life. Like Bob says, thank you for sharing this story.

Comment on 10 Life Lessons from Star Athlete Eagle Day by Bob Burg

Bob Burg — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:58:53 +0000

What a terrific story about a great man. Thank you for sharing Mr. Day’s story with us. Very inspiring!!

Comment on Difference Between Happiness and Joy by Johnny Williams

Johnny Williams — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 03:24:16 +0000

I have not met Ms. Brown,but my son John Williams works with her @ the DOL.Just by reading this blog about joy vs happiness,I can sense that she is a very spiritual person and she has such a beautiful smile .
May God continue to bless your spirit!

Comment on Difference Between Happiness and Joy by Laynora Hill King

Laynora Hill King — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 21:56:49 +0000

Frances Brown, I can’t find enough great words to describe this wonderful lady. I met Frances @ the Dept Of Labor about 3 years ago. I was sitting, waiting to see someone. Frances was sitting behind the front desk working hard, talking & smiling at everyone that went up to her. Some of the people were very rude an nasty. I notice no matter how rude they were to her, she kept a big smile on her face.She had a wonderful attitude. I went up to her an told her I had been watching her & couldn’t believe how nice she was even if someone was rude & nasty to her. She told me that she just have to put her faith first & just say that could be her on the other side of that desk. I told her she has a very wonderful, kind personality. She was so helpful an nice. I will never forget how she was so wonderful to everyone that walk in that door. We have kept in touch every since that day.

Comment on Difference Between Happiness and Joy by Karen Durrance

Karen Durrance — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:20:40 +0000

I too meet Ms. Brown at the Dept. Of Labor Office. She is an awesome Lady! I love just speaking with her she is a LIGHT in anyone who she speaks with! I have gotten to know this fine lady of God and I am honored to say she is my friend as well. No matter what is going on in her own world she offers up words of encouragement and prayers to everyone! She is a Wonderful Lady!!!

Comment on Your Talents Are Transferable by Linda Szanko

Linda Szanko — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 22:38:09 +0000

What a Great Story… Thanks again Bill for sharing with us someone who is soooo inspiring…

Comment on Masters Reminds Me of Spec Wilson by Chris Wilson

Chris Wilson — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:08:16 +0000

Bill,
It was indeed fortunate that an unknown cousin researching Spec Wilson inquired at the Laurel Country Club about my Dad. He was put in touch with me, and we began corresponding. Today he sent your Blog about my Dad, and I wish to let you know how much my sister and I appreciate your kind comments.
Golf in the old style still excites me. Hit practice balls? What? Have a physical workout to stretch those tied muscles? Forget it! The game of match play was more about people in stead of score. Spec would screech up in the ’47 Willy’s Jeep rush to the tee to meet his golf buddies after the winter layoff, Hit it, go find it, hit it again. It’ the greatest of all games and indeed the old style was about a GAME, a life style game, but still a game.
Spec was indeed a character, as his scrapbook proves. Even though it’s becoming more rare, since he died suddenly way back in 1967, rarely do I travel for golf in Mississippi that some elder member of the Club where I am to play does not come up asking if I am kin to Spec. Once established, a new story gets told to a son who never tires of the tales.
One great example, not so many years ago, came from a great old gentlemen, Col. Burt White at the Colonial Country Club while playing at their venerable Invitational. He walked up and asked if I was kin. As we chatted, he pulls a small box from his pocket inside of which was an 8mm Kodachrome movie of the finals of that Invitational around 1962. Spec lost that match, but later watching the film I remembered so well that OLD STYLE dip in the swing that imparted all kinds of different spins depending of the wrist flick, I could literally smell Spec. That packed Camel cigarette smell is forever tied to the memory of the man.
You mention Eddie Merrins, a true star and fantastic gentleman from Northwood Country Club, Meridian, Mississippi. I had the great fortune to have dinner with Mr. Merrins the night before he was inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. He told me his side, a very humble one, of his crowd roaring pitch into the hole on the 18th green to determine his win in the finals of the State Amateur that year. Over the years, I have been told over and over by “hundreds of thousands” of people who swore they were in the crowd that day to watch Spec go down to Merrin’s magic.
The people like Spec, Merrins, Johnny Pott, Bob Travis, Hunter George Weddington really glitter up the story of golf in Mississippi.
I am sorry I rambled on, please forgive. Still, Thanks to you for prompting me with your side of the story and my long lost cousin Bill Wilson for connecting me to your Blog.

Comment on Guest Column: “For the Love of the Game” by June Keel

June Keel — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 02:00:02 +0000

Great person and fantastic writer!

Comment on Guest Column: “For the Love of the Game” by Tommy

Tommy — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:59:45 +0000

I agree almost down the line with Dr. Murphy. My one exception is that the rules should not be any stricter for the student athlete than the average student. If they are drug tested, then so should all students. If not that, then only all athletes and students on scholarship. I will concede that they are being given a ‘free ride’ to school, but is it truely free? The schedules these athletes maintain are incredible and I am not just talking about class schedules. Between the ‘unofficial’ meetings, weight training, shell drills, film watching and all of the rest they have little to no time for themselves. Given this schedule, they often do not have any time to work a job to have a some spending money. I remember a story on Boss Bailey and he would leave the house at 7 a.m. and return at 9 p.m.

I am not trying to excuse their behavior but present the other side having been there before. Most of these kids come from modest to poor means and you put them in an environment that most of the student body at UGA come from families that can not only afford the yearly tuition but also give them weekly spending allowances. I think it promotes a system where the players are encouraged to take the handouts that are given under the table. If people actually think that the behavior that was exhibited at Texas during the 70′s and immortalized in “Blood on the Hoof” was stopped by the NCAA you are sadly mistaken. It was pushed further underground.

As for the NCAA, they have no incentive to put the brakes on this Cash Cow they have created. If you have any doubts just look at the BCS playoffs. Soon to be replaced by the “and one” system. These kids, thanks to the NCAA, are now almost playing what amounts to an NFL schedule. Come on! In 1977 I attended a football camp at UGA and the ’76 team brought in 17 million in revenue. An that was in a stadium that had 2 sides. Since then we have added and upper deck, closed in the tracks, and added seats on both sides to seat 95K people. Oh, and don’t forget the Sky Boxes.

The school says they don’t like it, but do they really? As the players would say, it is all about the benjamins. I do agree with Mark but I think the issues at hand are a little more complicated than were discussed in his article.

I think that is why I like Coach Richt as much as I do. I don’t think he will last, but I do think he is a moral man and tries to do the right thing by the kids that he recruits. I am not saying he is a saint because I think the moral dilema he finds himself in as Coach has been eating at him for years.

Comment on Guest Column: “For the Love of the Game” by LaVerne Booton

LaVerne Booton — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:16:08 +0000

Love everything Dr. Murphy writes.

Comment on Pro Golfer DeWitt Weaver “Refuses to Be Silent” by keith harwood

keith harwood — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:59:22 +0000

If you don’t believe JESUS walked the face of the earth and died for our sins, you are sadly mistaken!

Comment on Janet Turned 50 and Reshaped Her Life by Karen

Karen — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 17:33:28 +0000

Bill,

As always, you offer your readers something wonderful to make their lives better. Janet, you are an amazing inspiration. This is just what I needed to get myself motivated and moving! It is never too late. Wishing you continued success. Thank you for sharing your journey; I wish you continued success.

Comment on Golf Pro Greg Lee–Comeback King by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:55:32 +0000

Fabulous Story Bill and Greg…
I love when there is always a lesson to be learned. I am sure THIS is going to inspire a lot of people whether they are golfers or not…
I look forward to hearing more……

Cheers,
Linda (SOC)

Comment on Masters Reminds Me of Spec Wilson by Jeb Bates

Jeb Bates — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:09:23 +0000

Bill: I also enjoyed the article. I caddied MANY! times for G’villes Spec What a character and yes he certainly could play. There are truly enough stories about Spec that could make a book, however a lot of it people would think was Fiction but in fact was True. Thanks for forwarding to me. JEB

Comment on Invitation to Chamber Breakfast by Tom Murphy

Tom Murphy — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 14:24:00 +0000

Bill…looking forward to seeing you at the breakfast on Wednesday!!

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Adam Solender

Adam Solender — Wed, 30 May 2012 01:36:41 +0000

Thank you for your kind compliments.

Comment on Masters Reminds Me of Spec Wilson by Mike Banks

Mike Banks — Tue, 29 May 2012 23:10:57 +0000

Gene has it right in his thought about Spec Towson. Beheaded up Sidney O. Smith Insurance and was superb golfer. Even caddied at a couple of big tournaments for Tomy Aaron. And,yes, was a true character. Plus, hi fixed a potent gin & tonic.

Comment on Masters Reminds Me of Spec Wilson by Gene Cobb

Gene Cobb — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:05:39 +0000

Bill: Thanks for sending this direct; FB is way too busy for me. Your Spec sounds somewhat like a golfer of about the same time here in Gville: Spec Towson. I’m sure they were of different personalities since our Spec was a very good golfer, but to put it mildly, was somewhat eccentric: you may have know him. But I agree, a long time ago, business men and women, not college kids were the real Amateurs.

Comment on Masters Reminds Me of Spec Wilson by Matt

Matt — Tue, 29 May 2012 00:43:43 +0000

Good article

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Wendy Naarup

Wendy Naarup — Fri, 25 May 2012 20:40:33 +0000

Exceptional indeed. Great wisdom from a great man.
Thanks!

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Darlene Hanson

Darlene Hanson — Fri, 25 May 2012 20:02:27 +0000

Bill,
That was awesome. Life truely is in the palm of our hands. We can kill it with bad choices, or live it to the fullest. Life is the choices we make. Thank you for sharing.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Leigh

Leigh — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:12:19 +0000

A beautiful moving speech indeed. With my own son and my Godson (in two weeks) graduating in the near future, there are so many messages here within – life lessons for success and happiness. Thank you so much for sharing – I will as well.
L’Chaim my friend!

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Jim Kerlin

Jim Kerlin — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:39:11 +0000

Bill,
You picked a gem with this one. I appreciate knowing you professionally. I just want to know how you charm your business card to be picked for door prizes at the Chamber events? Thanks for sharing such a hearwarming speech. I’m going to share it.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by admin

admin — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:22:43 +0000

David, it is heartwarming to know that Adam’s speech moved you visibly–the same reaction I felt at the time. I’m thrilled that you will be sharing the text of this speech annually with your son during his high school years. Thank you for your uplifting comment.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by admin

admin — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:19:28 +0000

Karen, I am so glad you consider this speech powerful, as I did. Thanks for commenting publicly with your kudos. I benefited from your saying why it appealed to you so much.

When Adam Solender gave me permission to post the speech in my blog, I am sure that
he expects others to re-post it, so I feel confident you can go ahead and do that safely.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by David Wagner

David Wagner — Thu, 24 May 2012 16:58:11 +0000

I agree very much with your comments about Adam Solender’s baccalaureate speech. Tears came to my eyes because it was so moving on many ways. My oldest son is finishing his first year of high school. I will keep this speech for him to review each year. Many thanks to putting this speech in your blogs.

Comment on An Exceptional Baccalaureate Speech by Karen Chace

Karen Chace — Thu, 24 May 2012 16:16:51 +0000

Inspiration personified!

This is by far one of the best speeches I’ve had the pleasure to read. Of course, as a storyteller I particularly love that he used the wonderful parable about the bird and also encouraged the class to “Learn History-your personal/family history as well as that of the world. Learn the stories of your family-they are a part of you…”

I would dearly love to share this speech with my readers Bill, with permission of course. There is so much wisdom in Adam’s words, they need to be read again and again.

Comment on Her Life is Grand, and She is Grateful by Gina Carr

Gina Carr — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:30:44 +0000

What a terrific story. Thanks for sharing a “behind the scenes” look at this inspiring and amazing woman.

I had the good pleasure to meet Linda Sztanko several years ago at the Extreme Business Makeover conference in Orlando. Although I was a total stranger, Linda reached out to me and provided great help when I was really in need.

I am now a customer of Linda’s in her Send Out Cards business. I really enjoy the service and the extra dose of support she provides.

I am thrilled that you and she have connected – two wonderful people who live to help others. I look forward to seeing that friendship grow and I am thrilled to have been responsible for it.

Comment on Her Life is Grand, and She is Grateful by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:04:10 +0000

Good Morning Bill..

I just dont know how to express how incredible I feel this morning. It is very difficult for me to accept compliments, but that you would post in YOUR Blog a story about ME… I am so humbled!

I know that God will make sure that the person who genuinely needs to hear that “THEY CAN DO IT” will read this and KNOW that they have it in them to be better than they thought they ever could and Make a difference for themself and to others….

Your friend,
Linda

Comment on Tag Goulet’s Advice for Starting Your Business by Tag Goulet

Tag Goulet — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:48:18 +0000

Thank you for writing about me in your blog Bill!

Comment on Ricky Steele Gives 3 Advantages of Twitter by rick wemmers

rick wemmers — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:54 +0000

Ricky Steele is a GREAT GUY! Very knowledgeable

Comment on Ricky Steele Gives 3 Advantages of Twitter by Danny Overstreet

Danny Overstreet — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:08:50 +0000

Great interview. Hmmm…I may rethink a bit and decide to use Twitter more.

Comment on Kristina Rhoades Doesn’t Let Wheelchair Confine Her by Linda Sztanko

Linda Sztanko — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:40:50 +0000

Great Music Bill. What an amazing young woman… It blows my mind how people think they have the “right” to come right out and ask about someones health issues (unless you are a child….I get THAT!) I get it if you are becoming a friend and curosity with naturally come into play…but to go up to a complete stranger and ask…nope! just dont get it… She is very generous with her forthcoming. Its a good thing she has a great sense of self and humor. “HOW do you go to the bathroom?” Really? LOL

Love the musician story!

Yes she is a great role model …. ITs true, I have a cousin who was seriously disfigured while investigating a car accident (she is a police officer and she and the women who involved in the accident were struck by a drunk driver speeding by as they were crossing the street). She says it used to really bother her that children would stare at her face when she goes out in public… she now embraces that and realizes that God has put her in a great position to TEACH children to look past things that dont “fit” the norm and accept people for who they are…

What a Great interview… What an accomplished young woman…(what a great support group she has) I hope I get the honor to meet YOU BOTH in Person one day!

Great Interview!

Comment on Ricky Steele Gives 3 Advantages of Twitter by Meredith Bell

Meredith Bell — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 19:57:52 +0000

Excellent interview, Bill! And thanks to Ricky for sharing those 3 tips. I’ve been using Twitter for quite a while and I still got some valuable insights I can use.

Comment on Ricky Steele Gives 3 Advantages of Twitter by Habibu A. Lawan

Habibu A. Lawan — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 16:54:16 +0000

Indeed, Dr Lampton and S. RICKY are our modern versions of Cicero and Herodutos respectively. And l pray,may they live longer in prosperity.

Comment on Invitation to My Networking Seminar by Brent

Brent — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:34:45 +0000

Bill, you are indeed a pro! Great vid.

Comment on Use DISC to Resolve “Personality Conflicts” by Terry Wildemann

Terry Wildemann — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:46:07 +0000

DISC is the best for opening one’s eyes to themselves and how others operate. It’s a brilliant tool!

Comment on Dr. Debra Dobkins, Advocate for Better Writing by Sarah

Sarah — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:13:34 +0000

Dr. Dobkins is one of my favorite professors at Brenau. Her class has greatly advanced my critical thinking skills, and I love the conversations we have in class.

Comment on Meredith Bell: “Work on Yourself” by David Meeker

David Meeker — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:00:23 +0000

Enjoyed the interview. Great stuff.

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Comment on Meredith Bell: “Work on Yourself” by Suzie Price

Suzie Price — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 19:10:00 +0000

Great interview – love Meredith -she’s always clear, helpful and add great value. This information is crucial for us all to know to get where we want to go…

Comment on Meredith Bell: “Work on Yourself” by Denny Coates

Denny Coates — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:04:25 +0000

Lots of insights and good usable advice in this interview.

Comment on Book Gives Solid Prescription for Customer Care by Joseph Michelli

Joseph Michelli — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:58:08 +0000

Bill you are an amazing man! I love your thoughtfulness, enunciation, delivery and professionalism! Thanks for your most kind review.

Comment on How to Lighten Up When You Speak by John Rollo

John Rollo — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:05:22 +0000

This is very helpful. I teach missionaries to speak and we have an additional point that may or may not fit your typical speaker–Avoid In house language. We have terms and acronyms that we throw around but people outside our organization do not know. We also face very tight time limits. We go so far as to tell our people to always make shorter than the allotted time.

Comment on How to Lighten Up When You Speak by Terry Brock

Terry Brock — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:37:52 +0000

WOW! Great points that can really help anyone who has to deliver a speech. I love the way you help us to lighten up. This is so important in today’s world that wants transparency and approachable in speakers. Bill, once again, you hit the nail on the head. Thanx for sharing this with all of us!

Comment on How to Lighten Up When You Speak by Meredith Bell

Meredith Bell — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:24:44 +0000

All 7 of your points are excellent, Bill. And for those of us who tend to take ourselves too seriously in LIFE, your video is a nice reminder that I need to lighten up in more areas than just speaking. So thank you!

Comment on Creativity, Values Helped Couple Conquer Slump by Sandy "Ladybug"

Sandy "Ladybug" — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:33:02 +0000

Bill, this is wonderful. We are so humbled and honored that you would put “little ole usins” on your fine blog. Daisey says “RUFF RUFF”. Dog language for “Thank You”.
She is really the star. Another job tonight. Bill, I wish we could do something for you too. If you ever need us, let us know. I am posting on my Facebook and sending to some FB friends/fam. Definitely mentioning you and your book too. Take care. God Bless you & Sandra.

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Comment on How to Talk With People in Desperate Situations by Susan Stevenson

Susan Stevenson — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 01:45:10 +0000

Great info Bill I enjoyed the video, sometimes just saying or doing something for someone can take the weight of whatever trauma they are facing. As usual you kept me interested.:)

Comment on Five Reasons Why Gina Carr Will Boost Your Business by Gina

Gina — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 11:41:10 +0000

Bill – you are TOO kind! Me- Genius Gina?! I sure love that! Thanks for all your kind comments. I have really enjoyed getting to know you and working with you!

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Comment on Diane Crompton–Social Media Expert by Ruben Licera

Ruben Licera — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 01:47:43 +0000

I would have to disagree with judging a social media consultant by the number of Twitter followers they get. Anyone can get 10,000′s of Twitter followers by doing it the wrong way which follows the whole Twitter Karma mentality. This just creates more shouting and no listening. Any good social media embracer will tell you that every tool must be used for a purpose (i.e. feedback, mitigating risk, taking a pulse on a community, etc.). It is the quality of followers and the level of engagement they have that determines the success. Lastly, a good social media consultant is one that understands how and when to apply the right tools that are parallel to the purpose of their mission online.

Comment on Terry Brock:Leverage Technology, Build Relationships by admin

admin — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:50:46 +0000

Karen, because you are such a dedicated professional your positive comments about my interview with Terry Brock carry special significance. Thanks plenty. I’ll share your affirmative feedback with Terry. Sure, definitely I will be pleased for you to reference the Brock interview podcast in your handout. The tinyurl I used on Facebook will remain valid. Wow, I’m excited too that you have subscribed to my podcast series, “Speech Coaching Radio.” I encourage you to consider launching a podcast series yourself, about the power of stories and storytelling.

Comment on Terry Brock:Leverage Technology, Build Relationships by Karen Chace

Karen Chace — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:29:51 +0000

Great podcast Bill, valuable information, concise and easy to understand. This April I will be attending a conference in Wisconsin. I am also presenting a workshop on blogging as well as being part of a panel discussion about social media. With your permission I would love to reference this podcast in my handout.

My thanks to Terry for sharing his wealth of knowledge and to you for making it so accessible for all of us. I have signed up for your podcast series and look forward to learning more.

Comment on Terry Brock:Leverage Technology, Build Relationships by admin

admin — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 21:35:40 +0000

Gina, you are such a top pro that a compliment from you is feedback I treasure. Thanks for the kudos. The station tells me that every five weeks I can interview someone not in this community, so I’m going to send you potential interview dates and see what will match your calendar. Of course I remember so well how our video interview went. I have re-posted that several times, as you may know. As you can imagine, I felt so privileged to interview Terry, my longtime mentor and model. Once more. . .I welcome your positive response.

Comment on Terry Brock:Leverage Technology, Build Relationships by Gina Carr

Gina Carr — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 21:22:34 +0000

Terrific interview Bill. My favorite subjects and two of my favorite guys! Really great information. Terry really knows his stuff and you did a great job of getting it out of him. Can’t wait to hear more.

Comment on Sarina Roth’s 7 Tips for Better Photography by admin

admin — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:53:27 +0000

That was my initial thought, too, John–a very natural one–when my wife Sandra and I started producing videos together a couple of years ago. However, video expert Terry Brock and several other highly professional viewers told us it looked like we were having a private conversation and not relating to the viewing audience. Under their advice, we changed and started facing the camera most of the time. Sarina and I followed the same advice.

Comment on Sarina Roth’s 7 Tips for Better Photography by John Rollo

John Rollo — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:59:59 +0000

I think this would have felt less awkward of the two of you had actually talked to each other. I know you are shooting this with one camera. Any way just a thought from a less than novice.

Comment on Terry Brock:Leverage Technology, Build Relationships by John Rollo

John Rollo — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:53:57 +0000

I really appreciated this pod cast. I am not huge in technology but this gave me a much better understanding of the social medias of which I use facebook and mostly skype. I was pleased to hear there was a video group skype because under the old skype adding the 3 person killed the whole communication. Bill I did learn that you and I might not be able to be friends. I graduated from Belhaven, ’68. But maybe Grace will cover that. I am relatively new to following you and just figured out how to get to these older pod casts. I work for a mission board recruiting and also help candidates put talks together for itineration. That is what attracted me to you in the first place. Thanks for providing this service. John

Comment on Greg Lee, My Golf Coach by Joe Pinner

Joe Pinner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:43:11 +0000

Hey, moderate me Bill!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Knozit

Comment on Greg Lee, My Golf Coach by Joe Pinner

Joe Pinner — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:24:03 +0000

Hi William…really enjoyed the many sections of this newsletter especially the pictures! Naturally I agree with your advice on “keeping it fresh!”, as if you are performing your tour de force for the first time to an appreciative audience. I gently suggested to my preacher about bringing alive the many repetitive words used for preparing the congregation, the Lord’s Prayer, quotations from the Bible, baptisms, funerals in that the words fall flat when the delivery is flat from familiarity. Every service, every baptism, every funeral, every quotation if fact every aspect of every “performance” in church, on the community stage or Broadway stage should be delivered with the same enthusiasm, comfort, thought, humor, meaning, sincerity, energy as if it’s the first or even last “moment upon the stage!”! Great performances come from great performers whether it’s opening night or the 2000th performance!Life is not a rehearsal, IT’S SHOWBIZ!!!!!!!!!!! ANOTHER OPENING ANOTHER SHOW…DAILY! AVOID “THE HOOK”! Dr. Bill…so delighted at your success and the success you’re bringing to others. Man, that’s gotta be a super feeling. I bet you and Lee are some “hustlers” on the course! Keep it in the short grass. Actually, my short game is terrific…unfortunately, it’s off the tee…I know, old joke. And this one, you know your game is in trouble when you can hear the ball land after you’ve teed off. Enough from this side…stay well and joyful, dear one. Joe

Comment on Lee Highsmith–Turning Disability into Ability by Tweets that mention The Complete Communicator » Blog Archive » Lee Highsmith–Turning Disability into Ability -- Topsy.com

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:29:37 +0000

[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Bill Lampton, Ph.D., Bill Lampton, Ph.D.. Bill Lampton, Ph.D. said: Challenged Child and Friends, Inc. executive Lee Highsmith gave an uplifting interview yesterday on my program: http://tinyurl.com/47mw6k9 [...]

Comment on “Search Angel” Susan Stevenson Reunites Families by Trace A DeMeyer

Trace A DeMeyer — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:09:35 +0000

Susan, you were fantastic in this interview. I shared on my blog. (Amazing I know an adoptee from Binghamton!)
Thank you for doing this work.

Comment on “Search Angel” Susan Stevenson Reunites Families by barbara johnson- shewak

barbara johnson- shewak — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:59:12 +0000

From one search angel to another…GREAT INTERVIEW SUSAN. Only those who are touched by adoption know the full realm of Adoption Search and Reunion. Thanks for all the hard work you do on the groups Susan!! Babbs/Soaring Angels adoption search and support.

Comment on “Search Angel” Susan Stevenson Reunites Families by Patty Drabing

Patty Drabing — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:48:37 +0000

Susan you are a wonderful representative for Search Angels everywhere. Thank you so much for sharing your stories & making people aware we are out here to help them find & reunite those that have been separated by adoption like myself. No matter what our story is, we all have the right to know where we came from & who we are. We all deserve our original birth certificates.

http://www.gsadoptionregistry.com/
Emergency Medical Locators
http://www.adoption-free-search.org/

Comment on “Search Angel” Susan Stevenson Reunites Families by PriscillaSharp

PriscillaSharp — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:47:06 +0000

Thank you for a great show, Susan! Especially for highlighting the wrongful sealing of original birth certificates from adopted people, therefore precluding them from knowing their heritage, family history, health issues, and to know who their blood relatives are. As you mentioned, there are only five states which have restored this right (KS never being “closed”). So, as much as we love to hear about the reunions, the overriding issue is restoring to disenfranchised people the same right to access their personal birth information as is available to every other citizen.
Mother of loss ’64, reunited ’86
Now Search Angel/Adoptee Rights Advocate

Comment on “Search Angel” Susan Stevenson Reunites Families by joanNYadoptees

joanNYadoptees — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:17:23 +0000

Hi, Susan is a wonderful friend to the adoption community. Thank you Susan for all you do. Along with Linda.
Enough thanks can’t be said.

Anyone who wants to join a search and support group is welcome to come to :
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/theregistry
The volunteers help with all states.

Thank you Susan, I am sure anyone who you helped is greatful.

Comment on Always Push the Up Button in 2011 by Joe Pinner

Joe Pinner — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:59:44 +0000

Hey babe…you sure know how to push my buttons!!!!!!!!!!! She said after viewing the CD or mp3! Hi William…much better background and solid message. Especially needed in these days that can tend to be on the dark side. Yep, there can be a brighter day tomorrow…even today by being “up”! Enjoyed the Christmas photo and message…looking good I must say…and happy…happy to say! I’m fine, but unfortunately my Peggy is going through some health issues she’s had to deal with for over a year. Doctors have not been able to bring much comfort. Please keep her in your prayers…like chicken soup…it can’t hurt and can do wonders. Always good to “hear” from you. Warmest greetings to the Lampton Legion! Joseph

Comment on Pro Golfer DeWitt Weaver “Refuses to Be Silent” by Donna Giaquinto

Donna Giaquinto — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 17:49:40 +0000

JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!

Comment on Damon Ladd-Thomas, Masterful Networker by The Communication Corner -Business Networking

The Communication Corner -Business Networking — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:15:09 +0000

[...] Master Networker Damon Ladd-Thomas as WBCX Guest [...]

Comment on Brent Hoffman Tells How to Succeed in Sales by admin

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:52:54 +0000

Appreciate your comment very much. You can be proud of your nephew. Brent is one of the finest people I know.

Yes, his mother’s advice was right on target. Ever since, he has stuck with a task until he accomplished it.

Nice that you enjoyed this way of visiting with him.

Comment on Brent Hoffman Tells How to Succeed in Sales by Sharon Davis

Sharon Davis — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 02:27:22 +0000

Brent is my nephew and I so enjoyed listening to this interview. I live in El Paso, TX and it was like having a good visit with him. He is a just as charming and considrate in his personal life as he sounded on your program. I’m glad he took his parents’ advice. I can just picture his mother (my sister) telling him not to come home until he had a job.

Comment on Monica Ricci: Organize Better, Produce More by Monica Ricci

Monica Ricci — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:56:47 +0000

Bill, it was so great to see you again! Thank you for inviting me to the studios to meet Kristina (she is just lovely) and to do the interview. I had fun! )
Hugs,
Monica

Comment on Justin Honaman: Strengthen Your Brand by Dee Dee Honaman

Dee Dee Honaman — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 18:28:48 +0000

I am Justin’s proud mother! What more can I say. I so enjoyed this interview. God has truly blessed me.

Comment on Magical Interview with Joe M. Turner by Summer 2010 Recap! « Better Living Through Card Tricks

Summer 2010 Recap! « Better Living Through Card Tricks — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 15:42:50 +0000

[...] As soon as I got back, I was featured at a meeting of the Georgia chapter of Meeting Professionals International, making incoming president Meredith Martini magically appear at a luncheon. That same morning I was featured on “The Communication Corner,” a radio program hosted by my friend Dr. Bill Lampton. You can read Dr. Bill’s blog here, and read specifically about my interview (and listen!) here. [...]

Comment on Jim Hammond Tells What’s So Great About Theater by Teri

Teri — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 01:16:12 +0000

Very enjoyable interview!

Comment on Don’t Start Your Speech by Telling a Joke by Colby B. Jubenville

Colby B. Jubenville — Wed, 05 May 2010 12:20:05 +0000

Thanks Bill. I will be back!

Comment on 7 Ways to Become a Grade-A Speaker by admin

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:36:10 +0000

Happy to know that this posting was meaningful, Catherine, and that my e-mails provide helpful information. Enjoyed the opportunity to serve as your Speech Coach for a day. It’s great to work with a dedicated professional like you who wants to improve, and who responds positively to my communication guidelines. Thanks for staying in touch.

Comment on 7 Ways to Become a Grade-A Speaker by Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:21:46 +0000

Bill,
As always your tips are right on target! I enjoy receiving your emails.

Catherine