Author Archives: Justin Locke

So here in the Northeast we are still recovering from the aftermath of hurricane Irene.  Here in eastern Massachusetts, the biggest problem is power outages. Power outages are a fairly common occurrence here.  The reason is, if the wind blows … Continue reading →

When I decided to become a professional speaker, one issue I had to address was . . . what to wear.  Some people can get away with that “rumpled professor” look, but that was not for me.  I had spent … Continue reading →

Have you ever noticed the extraordinary degree to which our lives are affected by the concept of metrics, i.e., standards of measurement? We measure just about everything.  How tall you are, how much you weigh, how big this body part … Continue reading →

I love to travel, and when I’m not traveling to exotic locations, I dream about traveling to exotic locations.  Part of my planning all of my next trip is reading lots of travel books.  All travel books are not created … Continue reading →

One of my many pet peeves of modern life in the United States has to do with how we view the human body.  When you go to Italy, and you see the great works of art they have there (both … Continue reading →

a little self promoting article in an event planning magazine:   http://www.viktorix.com/show-business-axiom-dont-wear-save-show/  

today's article in advisor perspectives: http://advisorperspectives.com/newsletters11/How_Doing_a_Perfect_Job_Can_Drive_Clients_Away.php

When I first decided to engage in a career as a professional speaker, I had a lot of grand ideas about sharing my knowledge, insight, and wisdom.  After all, that seems like what all the other speakers are doing.   … Continue reading →