James Humes Quotes

With my natural communication abilities, I could probably gather a crowd even without the Spirit.

Being a comfortable public speaker, which involves easily being able to go off-script, strongly signals competence.

I wish I could talk like Donald Trump or Steve Wynn. Hell, I'd love it.

The secret of my success? I speak in a loud clear voice and try not to bump into the furniture.

People appreciate and follow the person who can persuade them properly. Make that person you.

Was Effenberg a leader because he projected presence or because he had a presence? There is a difference.

That's what I need to work on - my charisma in front of people.

When I talk, people listen.

My sign is Leo. A Leo has to walk with pride. When he takes a step, he has to put his foot down. You walk into a room and you want people to know your presence, without you doing anything.

Even if I did give a good talk, is what I have to say more important and interesting than what Colin Powell said?

A great leader also has the ability to make people an inch taller in his presence.

The first time I had a secretary, I was sheepish about being demanding or even asking questions.

I conquered my stage fright a long time ago. In my line of work, it's kind of a pre-requisite that you not feel bad about looking stupid in front of a lot of people.

The ability to speak is a short cut to distinction. It puts a man in the limelight, raises him head and shoulders above the crowd.

If I couldn't broadcast baseball games, I think I would make a good impression on people.

It always impresses me when a person of small stature has command.

I was a general business major, which meant that in any business school and particularly at Smith School, which is a very good school, you do a lot of team projects. Well I was the guy who gave the presentations for the team projects.

People want to hear what I have to say and respect what I say.

With somebody like Harrison Ford, they're so commanding and confident, and you know, he does have a certain power or charisma, and those are things that are sort of ineffable.

We have all, at one time or another, been performers, and many of us still are - politicians, playboys, cardinals and kings.

I don't think I have the demeanor to be a politician. I'm used to making decisions and to a certain extent being in charge.

I think the key attributes for a good speaker are someone that's articulate and someone that puts a fair amount of humour into what they do.

We convince by our presence.

I know how to lead people; I know how to make people love me.

There are men whose presence infuses trust and reverence.