Dale A. Simmons - Articles

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Mr. Dale Simmons, a professional public speaker, author and corporate consultant. Involved in corporate management for almost 30+ years and a public speaker since 1973. Recently published a new book called "Straight Talk for the New Public Speaker". Forte, is to assist people in building successful businesses. In that, I present several seminars that focus upon business concepts such as setting goals and objectives, business planning, time management, marketing strategies, motivational and lean manufacturing to mention a few. I thoroughly enjoy working with people who have the fire and the excitement to succeed.

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That Damn Box!
You know, if people would just realize they can achieve anything, anything at all if they would get out of that “Damn Box”. Or as I say basically “get out of your own way”. Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 09/06/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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Your Way to Get Your Dreams Back - not to be Stolen Again!
Your sponsor or upline assumed you have solid business principles, marketing, prospecting, follow-up and closing and communication skills already. Or they just don’t care and just wanted to add another person to their line, or notch in their gun. Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 04/06/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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So What Do You Think?
In this article I have covered just a few of the things required to be an effective closer. Understanding the mechanics, or the “How-To's" is offered as one of the nine part seminar series on "Professional Growth, Marketing Strategies and Business Success Seminar " series. Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 31/05/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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Running for the Hills
The Direct Marketing and MLM businesses are thriving and thriving well. You can and will make a lot of money with the correct knowledge and tools. I must reiterate, you must have the right tools to be successful. Many successful leaders will not reveal their secrets on how they built these huge businesses. So you may be now asking yourself what are the secrets they are not telling us? Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 28/05/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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Business and Timing - How is Your Tool Box?
Honestly, if I could show you how to put 5 to 10 people into your business per week regardless of the product or service, is it worth a look? A business colleague of mine told me; "If you want to play with the Big Dogs, you have to get off the Porch!" Don't let your DREAMS get Stolen Again! Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 28/05/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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I Just Don't Get It!
And again, unfortunately they just don't get it! If you're downline is successful, then so are you! Have you heard this statement, "throw mud against the wall and see what sticks"?. This is not what Team ProVision is all about. We are here to assist you in any way possible to assure your success! Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 28/05/2008 | Entrepreneurship
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Public Speaking, Presentation of the Presentation
Your presentation of the presentation (gotta love it) is critical to your public speaking career. Voice tone, eye contact, humor, body language, subject matter knowledge, visual-aids and structure are items you must understand and implement. As stated in previous sessions, You're a walking billboard for your Public Speaking career and these are some of the tools in your toolbox of success. Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 30/04/2007 | Small Business
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Critical Public Speaking Pre-preparation
Pre-preparation is critical to your public speaking career. Know your audience, write out your speech in a logical manner, practice, practice, practice and then practice some more. Understand your venue and have the required equipment there to present your best presentation ever! Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 30/04/2007 | Small Business
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How to Market your New Speaking Career?
Marketing yourself is not easy and can get costly, but weigh the alternative, no marketing no business. Follow the ABC Rule, “Always Be Closing!” Finally, remember you are a walking billboard, how you present yourself will reflect on your business. Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 05/03/2007 | Business
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So you Want to be a Public Speaker?
I understand this article contains a lot of information, especially the beginner. We have addressed that you want to be a Public Speaker, finding your niche. The tools of the trade, delivery, nerves and how to control them. Keys when making a speech, impromptu speaking and of course becoming a guest speaker to hone your skills. We did not cover marketing, pricing structure, type venues, and pre-prep. I will leave you with one thought in the marketing area; “You are a walking billboard!” Read
By: Dale A. Simmons | 01/03/2007 | Business Opportunities