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Please let me know what I should change, add, or remove from this speaker sheet.

They said no. Actually they sent a nice email that said, "After a careful review process, we unfortunately aren’t able to include your talk in this year’s program." What I heard was, "no"! Attached you will find 1 of 5 denial/rejection/NO emails that I received THIS MORNING from speaking applications I completed. It happens. Actually I get many more "NO" emails than I do, "YES" emails but that is part of the process. I have 5 today, but another 200+ plus that I could also show you. To be honest, I'm tempted to use this as a teaching moment and share how I bounce back, what I include in my response email, how to handle the rejection and not loose yourself... but I won't. Not today. Today, on behalf of all of my colleagues that like myself are always posting flyers of where we are speaking, recap videos of how great the events are that we attend, and selfies with celebrities and notables in fancy venues... I want to simply show you that we all also get NO EMAILS. I am told NO. Often. All applications we submit are NOT ACCEPTED. Everyone DON'T WANT ME to speak at their event. There are flights we DON'T TAKE and hotels I DON'T GET to check in. Today I'm sharing the otherside of the Speaking, Coaching, Ministry & Marketplace Coin. I and others always show you when we are HEADS up in the game... this is TAILS. Checkback tomorrow for the lesson in it all.

There are language barriers between generations, learn how to connect with everyone. 🎤 Speaking to One Audience is Easy… Speaking to 4 Generations? That’s Leadership. Today, I’m preparing for a powerful 2-Day Masterclass on Multi-Generational Organizational Success at St. James Church in Durham, NC, and one thing is clear: If you can connect across generations, you can lead anywhere. Whether you’re speaking in a church, boardroom, classroom, or conference… your ability to communicate across generations will determine your impact AND your income. Here are 5 quick tips to help you speak to multi-generational audiences effectively: ⸻ 🔑 1. Speak to VALUES, not just AGE Every generation is different, but values like purpose, growth, respect, and impact are universal. Start there. ⸻ 🎯 2. Use Multiple Communication Styles • Stories for Boomers • Practical application for Gen X • Collaboration for Millennials • Visual + quick hits for Gen Z One message… multiple delivery styles. ⸻ 📖 3. Bridge Wisdom + Innovation Honor experience while introducing new ideas. The magic happens when tradition meets transformation. ⸻ 💡 4. Make It Interactive Don’t just talk AT them, engage them. Questions, examples, and moments of reflection create connection across every age group. ⸻ 🔥 5. Focus on Relevance Every generation is asking the same question in a different way: 👉🏾 “What does this mean for ME right now?” Answer that and you win the room. ⸻ I believe this: 🗣️ “When generations understand each other, organizations grow stronger together.” If you’re a speaker, leader, coach, or pastor… mastering this skill is a game changer. Let’s build something that speaks to EVERY generation in the room. #MaxPotential #Leadership #PublicSpeaking #GenerationalLeadership #ChurchLeadership Coaching SpeakerLife MakeAPlay