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FROM MISCELLANEOUS TO MISS AMERICA
This humorous story of a small town girl who makes good is a consistent audience favorite. Shirley was a quiet, introverted young girl who suddenly awakened to the fact that she could BE SOMEBODY!! This prevalent philosophy of life that is so popular in today's society sounds so right, but does not always equate happiness and success. Shirley takes her own life journey of being a wife, mother, and professional woman and skids to a jolting realization! What makes most of us happy is the ability to make a lasting impression on generations to come. This presentation is always well received by old and young and is especially appropriate as a luncheon keynote or a spouse event.

THE HORIZON BEYOND
This presentation concentrates on the qualities of being a leader, being exemplified as an example, retaining a standard, and guarding the treasure of yourself and your profession. Most everyone is an example to somebody, which is an awesome responsibility. And when we are the focus of stage center, we must be aware of what we are doing, as well as how we are doing things. To take this position with responsibility is important and necessary. There are six points that are explained of being an effective leader.

POPSICLES, PIZZA, AND PERSONALITIES
Especially for educators, this presentation will give the audience a clear understanding of the four basic personality styles of students. Shirley will communicate why one personality is focused on control, another on recognition, the other on accuracy, and still another on stability. This oration allows the teacher to spot the strengths and weaknesses of each nature and learn to curb the flaws while encouraging the positives of each personality. The listener will develop an ability to recognize the dominant nature of a student behavior. An important tool in teacher/student relationships will be cultivated.

THE QUEST FOR SUCCESS
To be the very best that one can be requires motive, determination, and a plan! We all have gifts that will propel us to the top if we recognize those assets and capitalize upon them. And yet, success is not always defined in purely professional terms, but also in relational terms. We are all products of the choices that we have made in life. Shirley will examine different aspects of success with humor and candor for the top performer in a fast paced and high expectation world.

PROOF POSITIVE PRIORITIES
Trying to put life in proper perspective is not always a pleasant or easy task. But it is a necessary investment. While the world screams for us to reach for the stars and be fulfilled by applause and accolades, how we really benefit is by examining where our real treasures lay. Using the pomp and circumstance of Miss America, Shirley can relate many instances where the world entices her to make millions and be somebody, while her spirit urges her to follow her heart. This presentation, using many humorous examples, is excellent for examining the struggle between going along with the crowd and doing what is right for us. It is a convicting look at prioritizing our lives.