This week's was a great one to share with my two daughters, age 17 & 14, as you know how that age of girls love to talk about each other.  I loved the food for thought - how gossip really hurts yourself more.  I never really thought of it in words but I know its true...         

      --Stacey Mixell

A hearty "well done" for your presentation to the Oley Valley Business Association.  It was truly one of the best programs the group has ever been privileged to hear.  I watched the audience as you spoke and greatly enjoyed the way you turned reticence into participation and then into what became a "social oneness" as people continued to interact with one another after you were done, and then continue after the event ended.  It is the first time I have seen our members linger and socialize after the program that they obviously enjoyed.

      --Stuart Kern

"It is a joy to receive your bi-weekly emails.  In all sincerity, I always gain at least one uplifting, useful thought from your messages."

      --Ralph Fletcher, CPCU, CSP, ALCM

"Marsha's sincerity shines though her discussion and activity to help you improve.

      --John DelVecchio, Computer Troubleshooters

"The consensus was that it was a great presentation.  The participants felt that they got more than they expected!  Everyone left the meeting energized and talking about how they were going to apply the principles from your program to their jobs and lives.  We really enjoyed having you join our group.  You made us all want to embrace change as we move into the future!

      --Mike Newcombe, American Marketing Assn, Oklahoma City

Thank you for your insightful presentation, "Creating Your own Luck."  Everyone enjoyed your program; they remarked that "it really got them thinking..." We were definitely satisfied with the quality of you keynote and enjoyed the personal touch and many laughs you provided."

      --Robert Ribblett, CPA, Institute for Management Accountants

Your program was well received and everyone seemed to enjoy it.  We can see that you are truly dedicated to positive influencing and you yourself portray a very positive attitude.

It was aid the light having you for our program.  I especially liked the format which involve all of us and made it fun.  Thanks again!

Charlie Whiting, Peerless insurance, Camp Hill, PA

Marsha, I want you to know that your session at the PACA Expo inspired me to take a leap that I have been avoiding.  I have committed to doing much more speaking to grow my practice and give up some other efforts that haven't been paying off.  It was the kick in the pants that I needed at that moment.  So, thank you very much.

      --John Leslie, shining star coach

You had to be an entire auditorium listening and caring about themselves and their future.

      --Vernon Veal, State Farm Insurance

I would like to thank you for your participation in our February 1 satellite broadcast.  The program was very well received!  You were excellent -- thank you for doing such a great job.

      --Cynthia Ziegler, Senior Vice President, CPCU society

Participants commented on your fun, interactive style, your great sense of humor, and your deep knowledge of the topic.  They also expressed that you modeled what you were teaching and you created a comfortable environment of learning for the audience.  We greatly appreciate the time and energy you contributed to us.

      --Julie Cohen, President elect, Philadelphia Area Coaching Alliance

Your presentation about "How to Motivate Anyone" was not only informative, it was fun!  I've heard many positive comments about the topic and you're speaking style.  It was a great way to end our programs for the year.  We appreciate your willingness to share so generously of your time and expertise with us.

      --Lilly Cowan, CPCU, vice president and program chair,

         Philadelphia Chapter, CPCU Society

We received very positive feedback from our members, and below are a few specific comments to the question, "what was of most value?:"

1.  Learning to prepare and write a speech

2.  Getting focused on speaking as a tool

3.  Marsha's five points and walk through of speech development

4.  Marsha's " pearls" for great speaking

5.  Speaking tips

6.  A learning new marketing vehicle

7.  Overall presentation

8.  And few responses indicated " Marsha"!

We would also like to acknowledge the time you invested in your  preparation.  Thank you again for sharing your expertise as a professional speaker and coach!  You were a big hit!

      --Gerrie Dresser, vice president of education,

         Philadelphia area coaching alliance

Congratulations on delivering a great speech.  Your presentation on how to be ineffective communicators in our roles as leaders in the insurance industry was received with great enthusiasm.  You gave us the tools we need to become good communicators.  You are by all accounts a very effective speaker and educator.  Thanks for making our program a success.  We are truly grateful.

      --Denise Magill, CPCU, President elect,

         Brandywine Valley Chapter, CPCU Society

It was a pleasure meeting you and glad to have you participate in our meeting.  Your presentation was wonderful and offer a lot of audience participation.  Everyone enjoyed your session.

      --Jenifer Shivers, Underwriting Operations Supervisor,

         State Farm insurance

I want to thank you for an excellent presentation.  I feel that everyone in our group took something away from your talk that could be applied in work or daily life.  Also, the group interaction was very good.  I would recommend this to any group or individual that wants to build a strong foundation in their professional or personal life.

      --Guy Lombardo, President,

        National Association of Purchasing Managers, Reading chapter

Thank you for delivering the keynote address at our recent conference.  The group enjoyed your message very much according to the positive feedback we received on the surveys.  You were articulate and focused while being both informative and fun.  However, the greatest compliment to the power of your message happened after you spoke...

One of our presenters failed to show up for her commitment, and by the time we discovered the problem and offer the attendees an alternative seminar, they refuse to go elsewhere.  They said your message challenged them to meet new people, and that's what they did.  They had a round -- robin discussion about each other, their interests, etc., and they said it was a great opportunity which they would not have taken except for your message of the day.  Thank you again for your enlightenment, your enthusiasm, and your support.

      --Karen Kleffel, Conference Chairperson,

         Helena Fecho Tulip Conference

Once again, a big thank you for our workshop.  The group was buzzing about it today and we were really excited about what they learned about each other and about change.  I must say this again, your presentation of the material was terrific.  Your style was especially good for the group.  We had a blast and came out with a very different perspective on our coal -- workers.  Many of us, who have gone through these types of training, commented that we learn new things and enjoyed the way it was presented -- more than others we have attended.  You are the best!

      --Crystal Seitz, Executive Director American Red Cross,

         Berks County Chapter

As the coordinator of the Princeton Club of Philadelphia's career -- networking group, I am pleased to recommend Marsha Egan as a speaker on career -- related issues.  Marsha gave a presentation titled " How to Develop and Give a Great Elevator Speech" to the career -- networking group.  Our group was pleased with Marsha's great presentation.  She detailed numerous suggestions -- a number of which were novel -- about how to insure that first impressions make a lasting impression.  Marsha's presentation was informative, enjoyable, and involve the participation of all the audience members.

      --Neil Desnoyers, Career Networking Coordinator,

         Princeton Club of Philadelphia

I want to extend our sincerest thank you for the excellent job done at our leadership retreat.  Being a Corporate Trainer myself I saw firsthand how magnificently you helped our associates to grow their skills run right in front of my eyes.  The team building and trust you instilled is still continuing on at the workplace.  The skills learned are evident and definitely being demonstrated.  Many thanks!

      --Nancy Wagner, Penske Corp.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to you for presenting the program, "Yikes!  Is it Five O'clock Already?!"

It was a very enjoyable and informative presentation.  As owners and managers of painting contracting companies and paint stores, our days are extremely busy, consisting of a wide variety of activities, and often we find that there are just not enough hours in a day to accomplish all of our tasks.  Your presentation was very entertaining and at times hard-hitting for all of us.  You certainly had us thinking about our own time management habits, and what changes we need to make to improve both our business and personal lives.  It was a most " in lightning" experience.

      --Brian Berkel, treasurer Greater Berks Chapter,

         Painting and Decorating Contractors of America

Your presentation on " Discover the Secrets to Building Relationships" was both informative and fun. We learned more about ourselves and others with whom we interact daily.  Your hints on how to deal with another personality type will be a benefit to the members in both their organizational and professional lives.

      --Victoria Kochman Jenckes, Brenntag

Thank you for your presentation on " Managing Change" given at UGI's Best Practices Meeting.  The feedback that has been received since the meeting has been overwhelming.  Positive comments were freely given and totally unsolicited!  Some of the key comments I have received:

• This is definitely the best meeting that we have had!"

• You could feel the energy in the room!"

• I picked up tidbits to help in my business life as well as my personal life."

• We should have meetings like this more often!"

• The speaker was fantastic, I really enjoyed listening to her."

Marsha I thoroughly enjoyed the presentation also.  You were given the worst time slot -- immediately following lunch -- and you were by far the highest rated presenter for the day.  Thank you.

      --Barbara Stinson, Manager UGI Utilities, Inc.