By DAN READ (#0560) and CHAD HALEY (#0375) The freshest batch of American Legion New York Boys State delegates were enlightened on the impact of public speaking skills and strategies in assembly at SUNY Morrisville’s Rec Hall on Monday. Fred Ashforth, an esteemed scholar and highly-praised public speaker, imparted wisdom concerning the “success triangle” and … Continue reading
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Call to Convention
Day 3 of NYS Boys’ State started strong with Marines instructing physical training at 0600. Citizens later in the morning had an assembly where they were offered some words of advice from multiple speakers. First, the District Attorney of Oneida County Scott McNamara talked about his experience as a District Attorney and several projects that … Continue reading
Lessons Learned from Wednesday’s Assembly
Fred Ashforth Everybody has heard a speech that has moved them dramatically. Fred Ashforth, a writer, educator and salesman has discovered five tips that can make any person deliver a moving speech. Listen – To be a great speaker you can’t ignore the crowd. You are not the most important person, the presenter must listen … Continue reading
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