Several readers of our blog have asked us to give them more tips and information.  Therefore, we’re providing you with our first edition of ActusNews, the newsletter from ActusMR, Inc.  We hope you find the information valuable, informative and also fun.  We’re serious about business, but we want our newsletter to be seen as engaging and entertaining.  Thanks for viewing.

Over the years, I have had many an opportunity to present to clients and other audiences, on various topics. I believe I have become a very good
presenter. In my earliest days, however, I can’t say I was very engaging. I focused on the topics so much that I worried less about one of the most important parts; how I was coming across to the audience. I wanted to make sure I covered every point and often missed the point of presenting.

If you believe your job is to give every detail and expect the audience to remember your words, you’re sadly missing the point. To be a good presenter, there are several points where you need to focus.

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by Jay C. Gordon, Jr.

EVP/CFS

In the world of business strategy, the concept of “effective leadership”, in one form or another, has always been, and will continue to be,
a topic of discussion.  A simple Google search or walk through at your local book store will turn up vast amounts of information on the subject.  You’re likely to run into everything from articles regarding communication and
accountability, to books about building rapport and outlining practical objectives.  You’ll find tips for “serving the organizational mission”, and advice on the do’s and don’ts regarding “conflict resolution”.  All of this information is relevant, in and of itself, but we tend to get blasted with
the same things over and over again, it becomes too broad a message.

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(Of Course It’s Green)

Dear Friends of ActusMR,

Thanks for reading ActusNews. We hope that you find value in this publication and look forward to hearing from you.  Also, we encourage you to visit us on ActusBlog or at ActusMR.com. Or, you can reach us through email at info@actusmr.com.

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If you have questions or comments, please let us know.  We want this to be fun and informative, and if there are ways we can provide greater value, we’d love to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Team Actus

2-3 Mint Sprigs

2 Tablespoons of Lime Juice

1 Teaspoon of Sugar

In a lowball glass, mix the rum, lime juice, and sugar. Add the mint
sprigs to the glass. With the bottom of a spoon, press the leaves of the
mint sprigs against the side of the glass. Add ice to glass and serve.