AboutWork with MattSpeakingBooksThe BlogHelpful ResourcesMy ToolboxPersonality ProfilesRecommended BooksSearch the ArchivesFavorite QuotesContactMatt D. SimpsonHelping Experts Build a Thriving BusinessYou never know when your moment will come.April 11, 2014— Leave a commentWith Microsoft officially ending it’s support of Windows XP this week, it reminded me of this story…Photographer Charles O’Rear – who happens to be my son’s great-uncle (both our kids are adopted) – explains the story behind the iconic Microsoft Windows XP wallpaper made from his photo, Bliss, in this video – which is now estimated to be the most viewed photograph of all time.Continue Reading…In Feature, Personal Developmentphotography, preparationOur New Coaching Program Now Live!April 8, 2014— Leave a comment
I am really excited to announce the launch of our new coaching offering designed specifically for speakers, authors, and professional communicators.
I’ve partnered with my good friends at The Frontline Group, an artist-management company with clients like Ken Davis, Michael Hyatt, and Crystal Paine (MoneySavingMom.com) – to launch Communicator Coaching.
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I’ll be at Ken Davis & Michael Hyatt’s Launch Conference this coming week, April 7-10 in Orlando, FL. At last check, there were still one or two seats available. This is one of my favorite conferences of all time – Don’t miss out!  I’d love to connect with you.
Posted on April 2, 2014
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Best April Fool’s Joke Ever…
Why I’m Deleting My Email List (And What I’m Building Instead)
by Derek Halpern
Posted on April 1, 2014
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Tech Tip [Advanced]: Updating Host Files
March 15, 2014
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When creating or updating a website on a new server, you may need to update the host file on your local PC in order to see the staged version of the new site prior to the site’s launch.
This is actually a very simple procedure, so don’t panic!  Here are the steps you need to take to update your host file and view your new website.
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Resistance is Always Plotting Against You…
February 27, 2014
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It’s true.  
Resistance is always plotting against us.
From “technology gremlins” to the battle for our mind — “Resistance” is a sinister force that seeks to keep us from realizing our true potential.  
For me, I’ve found that one of the most powerful weapons against Resistance is simply the acknowledgement (and awareness) of it’s existence.
While I don’t fear Resistance – I am acutely aware of it’s presence.  
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5 Tactics for Battling Perfectionism in Your Products
January 28, 2014
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