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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
March 11, 2020

Renewing Yourself for Your Audience

J.T. Compeau
March 11, 2020
Renewing Yourself for Your Audience

As you write your speech or rehearse for your moment on stage, it's important to recognize how you and your message may have changed over time.

Tagged: speechwriting, presentation, audiences, renewing, authenticity

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J.T. Compeau
February 19, 2020

"Gifted Storyteller"

J.T. Compeau
February 19, 2020
"Gifted Storyteller"

If you spend time with your own story, and then successfully balance that with your expertise, you can achieve “gifted” status - even if it’s in the mind of just one audience member.

Tagged: speechwriting, public speaking, storytelling, connectivity

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J.T. Compeau
February 5, 2020

Connectivity is the Road to Engagement

J.T. Compeau
February 5, 2020
Connectivity is the Road to Engagement

Your ability to connect with your content is what makes it meaningful, and your audience will find their own meaning in your speech.

Tagged: content, connectivity, speechwriting, public speaking, audience, engagement

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