In Captivate Audiences to Create Loyal Fans (launches tomorrow, Wednesday, the 28th), Elaine Schmitz writes about the lessons she learned from her Greek grandmother, Yiayia, in her essay called, “Culture Clash.” She attributes success as a female in a male-dominated business world to Yiayia.
Her grandmother preached the patriarchal philosophy of ancient Greece and taught Schmitz how to iron, embroider, and to value the wisdom of her elders. However, the greatest impact was Yiayia’s actions that “spoke louder than words.”
Schmitz describes the contrast between what was said, “the man is the head of the household” with how her grandmother boldly managed her own husband, her siblings and their spouses, and six nieces and nephews. A scene from Schmitz’s youth dealing with her teenage male cousin gives a glimpse of the determination Schmitz had developed. She’s grateful to Yiayia for passing on “the will and fortitude to thrive in a challenging world.”
This essay can inspire speakers to:
- tell a family philosophy and show a contrast with opposite actions by them
- use a childhood memory to illustrate a point
- to show positive outcomes for women in today’s business world
Elaine Schmitz has published several short stories and a book, Recipes & Recollections of My Greek-American Family. Click here to order.
If you click to order the Greek recipe book tomorrow, you can order the print version of Captivate Audiences to Create Loyal Fans for a discounted price. Click here to order.
I appreciate your taking time tomorrow to order my book since the more orders on the launch date, June 28th, the closer the print version can get to the #1 Amazon bestseller ranking.
Readers can enjoy the twenty essays in this new book.
Writers can review the elements of good storytelling that are described in the intros to each life experience.
Thank you all for ordering on the 28th, tomorrow,
Julaina Kleist-Corwin
