In the dynamic business landscape, where every interaction holds growth potential, communication is the cornerstone of success. However, beyond the traditional correspondence and messaging lies
I stepped out of my military duties in Canada in ‘82, carrying high hopes for a future as a journalist, writer, editor—and, one day, the
Fiction writing is a fascinating and complex art form that allows writers to create entire worlds and characters from their imaginations. While the possibilities are
The fear of public speaking has long been regarded as a formidable monster, a ghastly zombie that refuses to die. It creeps in the shadows
In June 2013, I spoke for eleven painstaking minutes to more than 106 Quebec Community Newspapers Association attendees. It was my first formal speech as
“Writing is a great job if it wasn’t for the writing.” — Richard Tardif, 2018. Unless you are one of those unique individuals who can
Of all the things that can make us break out in a cold sweat, public speaking has got to be one of the worst. The
Dr. Wayne W. Dyer wrote a particular phrase in his 1976 book Your Erroneous Zones, like this: “Entertain yourself with a fantasy in which you
Are you ready to become a public-speaking superhero? Or a Krazed Jester? Look no further than Toastmasters, where toasty tongue twisters and wacky wordplay are
“Always mystify, torture, mislead, and surprise the audience as much as possible.” — Don Roff, writer and filmmaker. Standing at the podium, I raced with
Richard Tardif is an award-winning investigative journalist, editor, bestselling author, publisher, gutsy storyteller, and proven writing and speaking coach.
Known for transforming first drafts into inspiring bestselling books and bland essays into persuasive speeches, the prolific writer offers professional publishing services for those with a resonating desire for transformation.
Richard’s background includes 25 years of reporting on the health and fitness industry, cybersecurity, Internet safety, Canadian Indigenous relations, and the newspaper industry’s transformation.
