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June 8, 2026
J.T. Compeau
What Commencement Speech Boos Actually Reveal

Everyone knows that boos are bad. But In some cases, they shouldn't be written off as merely poor reception. A closer look can reveal a profound mismatch between speaker and audience.

What Commencement Speech Boos Actually Reveal
April 1, 2026
J.T. Compeau
Reflecting Your Audience’s Truth

What if the key to breakthrough communications is not just effective phrasing and delivery? Learn how reflecting your audience’s truth maximizes your message.

Reflecting Your Audience’s Truth
March 3, 2026
J.T. Compeau
"Should We Use This?"

Learn how a small question in public speaking and speechwriting unlocks big gains.

"Should We Use This?"
December 2, 2025
Speeches and Talks
J.T. Compeau
Talking About Yourself on Stage

This is a reflection on a facet of my work that impacts you, too, even if you never speak on stage or publish a word you’ve written as long as you live.

Talking About Yourself on Stage
November 4, 2025
J.T. Compeau
What is the "Human Voice"?

The idea of the human voice came up recently in a conversation with a colleague. What does it mean to write in a “human voice”, or - even better - your voice?

What is the "Human Voice"?
J.T. Compeau
January 22, 2020

“Even Tiger Woods Needs a Swing Coach”

J.T. Compeau
January 22, 2020
“Even Tiger Woods Needs a Swing Coach”

A speechwriter cannot create stories where none exists. The key to working with a speechwriter is to be as reflective as possible so they can find the stories and the insights that already exist.

Tagged: speechwriting, golf, coaching

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J.T. Compeau
December 18, 2019

Keep Going

J.T. Compeau
December 18, 2019
Keep Going

Everyone is talking about the last [insert event name here] of the year or the decade. But events are not significant simply because they occur at a certain time. Here’s what makes them significant.

Tagged: speechwriting, presentation, timing, events

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J.T. Compeau
December 4, 2019

What Do You Know?

J.T. Compeau
December 4, 2019
What Do You Know?

Knowing how to utilize curiosity can take you to interesting places and develop previously unforeseen narratives. It can also lead to an amazing speech.

Tagged: networking, collaboration, client services, insight

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