The Art of First Impressions – In Design and Life
The Art of First Impressions – In Design and Life
Book designer Chip Kidd knows all too well how often we judge things by first appearances. In this hilarious, fast-paced talk, he explains the two techniques designers use to communicate instantly — clarity and mystery — and when, why and how they work. He celebrates beautiful, useful pieces of design, skewers less successful work, and shares the thinking behind some of his own iconic book covers.
10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation
10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation
When your job hinges on how well you talk to people, you learn a lot about how to have conversations — and that most of us don’t converse very well. Celeste Headlee has worked as a radio host for decades, and she knows the ingredients of a great conversation: Honesty, brevity, clarity and a healthy amount of listening. In this insightful talk, she shares 10 useful rules for having better conversations. “Go out, talk to people, listen to people,” she says. “And, most importantly, be prepared to be amazed.”
How to Speak So People Want to Listen
How to Speak So People Want to Listen
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 might help the world sound more beautiful.
(Training Opportunity) Traffic Court Proceedings
ACT members, are you interested in Traffic Court Proceedings?
Riverside County trainer is offering a great opportunity for you! Are you preparing for a Traffic Court related courses? Want to learn from other trainers?
This class will focus on the various types of hearings that occur in traffic proceedings from arraignment through sentencing, to include: arraignment, bail hearing, court trial, trial by declaration, and dismissals pursuant to PC 41500. Participants will practice note taking, minute order entry, and processing orders after hearing.
Topics will include: Flow of traffic proceedings, Adjudication process, Fines and fees, Traffic school, Community service, Start Smart program, Child restraint classes
Date: 9/13/2016 – 9/15/2016
Time: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Location: Riverside County Superior Court
*Open for a guest facilitator.
Contact Info: Anita Maldonado mailto:anita.maldonado@riverside.courts.ca.gov
(Training Opportunity) Traffic Court Proceedings
Traffic Court Proceedings (Riverside County)
This class will focus on the various types of hearings that occur in traffic proceedings from arraignment through sentencing, to include: arraignment, bail hearing, court trial, trial by declaration, and dismissals pursuant to PC 41500. Participants will practice note taking, minute order entry, and processing orders after hearing.
Topics will include: Flow of traffic proceedings, Adjudication process, Fines and fees, Traffic school, Community service, Start Smart program, Child restraint classes
Date: 9/13/2016 – 9/15/2016
Time: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Location: Riverside County Superior Court
*Open for a guest facilitator.
Contact Info: Anita Maldonado mailto:anita.maldonado@riverside.courts.ca.gov
Association of Court Trainers 