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Laurel A. Rockefeller
- Dec 19, 2014
- 3 min
Repost: Voice may reveal who has clout
Yesterday I blogged a link to Richard Mann’s Radio Reflections which he not only presented, but produced as well. So it seems fitting that today I should repost a report on some fascinating research, much of it done in the UK, on how our voices reflect social status and power — and perhaps why Margaret Thatcher was able to lead so effectively. Voice May Reveal Who Has Clout Being in a position of power can change the sound of your voice, and listeners often pick up on
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Laurel A. Rockefeller
- Sep 28, 2014
- 2 min
Repost: 17 Differences Between Rich and Poor
This morning I received an email that was clearly designed to sell me a book or something focusing on what rich people do that poor people do not do. I have no interest in buying whatever they are selling. But sprinkled among the standard “buy this” fare, the email did contain some useful information, information I am republishing here. Stripping away the stuff we don’t want, here is the useful things from that email with just ONE “buy my book” link retained as a form of ci
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Laurel A. Rockefeller
- Feb 27, 2014
- 1 min
Reblog: Why I’m “Lost”
Cover art for Laurel A. Rockefeller’s “The Lost Tales” from the Anlei’s Legacy Trilogy. Good afternoon everyone. Today UK-based Back Cover Promotions launched their new magazine, “Creative Dreams.” I am pleased to write the very first feature post for Creative Dreams entitled, “Why I’m Lost.” http://ow.ly/u43yl. The article discusses why I chose to put out a “Lost Tales” anthology, tips for successful world-building, and the writing process. If you aspire to a career in wri
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