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In Charge, and Sounding the Part By MATT RICHTEL JAN. 17, 2015 Science has not proved the trope that power changes everything. But it does suggest, at least, that it changes the vocal cords. As people gain authority, their voice quality changes, becoming steadier in...

Have you ever felt like you're talking, but nobody is listening? Here's Julian Treasure to help. In this useful talk, the sound expert demonstrates the how-to's of powerful speaking — from some handy vocal exercises to tips on how to speak with empathy. A talk that...

J. Ivy is an American performance poet, spoken word artist, recording artist, and author. This is his story of how his teacher was instrumental in helping him find his confidence to express his voice. In his new memoir, Dear Father, J. Ivy describes the pain of being...

Santa Barbara Teen Star Singing Competition Selects 10 Finalists SOURCE: LAURA LEWIS FOR TEEN STAR The top 10 finalists have been announced for this year’s Teen Star singing competition, which will be held Feb. 21 at the Granada Theatre. Teen Star held auditions at...

I love this TED talk by Amanda Palmer, musician and street performer. She uses her authentic voice to ask and to give, and she's disrupting the music business in the process. AmandaPalmer 2013-480p from Ameravant on Vimeo. Downoad Original Post...Sloane Reali has a...

Meet Isabella "Bella" Illescas, a two-time finalist in Santa Barbara's Teen Star competition. Hear her story and watch her perform "All about the bass" in this year's competition. Sloane Reali has a Master’s degree in Education, a California teaching credential and is...

Keep These Tips and Your Audience's Fears in Mind MARCH 27, 2014 Written By: REBEKAH EPSTEIN Entrepreneur and CultureIQ are searching for the top high-performing cultures to be featured on our annual list. Think your company has what it takes? Click here to get...

Some food for thought—does your vocal tone pull people in or scare them away. MAY 28, 2014 Written By: JIM JOSEPH The following is the second article in the series, "Living Your Personal Brand," in which marketing master Jim Joseph discusses practical ways to build...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 Written By: JACQUELINE WHITMORE  If you're in the process of launching a company, you've most likely dedicated time to refining your handshake, your elevator pitch, even the way you dress. But there's an aspect of your image you may have neglected:...

JULY 09, 2014 Written By: JESSE TORRE Entrepreneur and CultureIQ are searching for the top high-performing cultures to be featured on our annual list. Think your company has what it takes? Click here to get started. As if tackling business development, sales and the...