We live in a world of distractions and the Internet is one definitely one. We can resist. Would you like some pratical tips and tools? Read more

12 Ways To Become A Recognized Expert

Just because you're an expert doesn't make you recognized as one. That can be frustrating but there are things you can do to get the world to revere you. Read more

(What's with the picture? Today's expert would ditch the notebook for a tablet.)

Why You Need To Deliver A TED Talk Now

The free TED Talks are the highest level of presenting. You'll find oodles at TED.com. You might not get invited to speak but you can still prepare your personal TED talk. Read more

Once you have your talk, why not create a video? To learn how, read more.

Steve Jobs

• The real genius of Steve Jobs (Malcolm Gladwell)
• How we succeed by failing (The Washington Post)
• What I learned from Steve Jobs (Guy Kawasaki)
• Steve Jobs "buttoned up". Have you?
  

The Reflecting Pool

1. Are you scrimping or splurging in the wrong places?
2. The folly of the Rogers/Bell attack ads
3. Gently remind others about what you do
4. What matters more than winning an award?
5. The perfect trio for a service business
6. The wealthy reveal how their advisors fail them
7. How CRA identifies issues that conern them (and then you)
8. The risk of financial innovation
9. The horror of Rogers "Ultimate" Internet

• Riscario Insider blog:2010 , 2009 , 2008 , 2007 
• Marketing Actuary blog:2010 , 2009 , 2008 , 2007 
• Marketing Reflections:year one,  year two
  

2011 is nearly over but there's still lots to do before the holiday parties begin.

I delivered my final major presentation last week. This was at the sold out Toastmasters International Conference for District 60. The topic was how to use social media to turbocharge nonprofit clubs. A video is on the way. That's the medium I still have not mastered

Thanks for reading. Feel free to send your comments, questions and article suggestions. Let's learn and share.

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--- Promod

PS Once again, I'm available to  speak or conduct an Actuarial Insurance Review .

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