I was fortunate when I graduated from college because the guest speaker at our ceremony was none other than Maya Angelou. Even to this day I remember the warm, thoughtful cadence in her voice and the ...

What makes a speech effective, powerful, and inspiring? We start with one of the great modern ones: Steve Jobs, founder of Apple and Pixar, communication genius, geek guru and turtleneck enthusiast.

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the death of Steve Jobs, one of the greatest tech leaders in history. His legacy remains strong today. Among students, entrepreneurs and top executives, Jobs is an ...