About an hour and 45 minutes ago, I wrapped up my first professional speaking engagement. I knew it would go well when the person introducing me said “And Josh has promised me that he won’t present any data or acronyms,” and the substantial crowd burst into cheers.
I was as good as her word. No acronyms.
Now that it’s over, there are some thing I know I will never get tired of hearing:
- Best keynote ever
- How much is your fee?
- That was very helpful
- I don’t believe that this is the first time you’ve ever done this
- Can I give you a hug?
But now it’s time to stop basking in the compliments. My face has suddenly added two sizable hives to its topography and I am on the mad quest for Benadryl in our nation’s capital. Tonight I will be meeting a couple of senators and I can’t go in looking like the elephant man.
Any questions I should pass on for our representatives? Suggestion box is open!
Josh
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Congrats on the pro speaking gig! What?!?!? Kids don’t offer to hug you all the time?!?!? SHOCKING, JUST SHOCKING I SAY! Well done you!
That’s awesome Josh! No surprise that you knocked it out of the park. Hope you were able to find some Benadryl before your meetings…we could use some fresh perspective in our nation’s capital
Fantabulous! Hope you found some Benadryl and knocked some sense into our congress critters.
Congratz! What was your speaking gig about?
Congratulations Josh!
We LOVED your presentation and hope to have you in Kansas to inspire families here!
Josh I loved your presentation!! Ihave just gotten off of the phone with a mother of a student with Tourette’s and I have emailed her your web site. Thanks again for a wonderful presentation!!