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Editorial See other Editorial Articles Title: George W. Bush set to become motivational speaker George W. Bush set to become motivational speaker Tim Reid in Washington * 55 Comments Recommend? (10) George Bush at the APEC summit in Peru He left office with the US embroiled in two wars, a Great Recession and with his approval rating a toxic 22 per cent. So the next stage in his career is obvious. George W Bush who last year inspired millions of people to vote Democrat is about to become a highly-paid motivational speaker. On Monday the former Republican President will appear as the headline speaker on the popular Get Motivated seminar programme, which describes itself as an action-packed, fun-filled, explosive, exciting, inspiring, skill-building business event that is world famous for its mega-watt superstar speakers and spectacular stage production. He will appear again in San Antonio in December. The Forth Worth event, in Mr Bushs home state of Texas, will also feature Colin Powell, the former Secretary of State, Rudy Giuliani, the former New York Mayor, and Rick Belluzzo, a former Microsoft executive. The Get Motivated programme has been a huge business success, but the appearance of Mr Bush at a seminar about, among other things, How to Master the Art of Effective Leadership has produced guffaws. Related Links * Bill and George Show helps rehabilitate Bush * Top 20 gaffes by outgoing president George W Bush * Defiant Bush defends his 'good, strong record' Only the BEST of the BEST appear on our stage! declares the Get Motivated website. Mondays event will be a motivational mega-show that packs more inspirational firepower than a stick of dynamite! Yet, Mr Bush will probably have the last laugh: he is being paid a reported $100,000 (£61,200) for each appearance. His wife, Laura, is also speaking for Get Motivated at other events, meaning the former First Couple could have banked $500,000 by the end of the year. Some analysts believe that the speaking engagements are part of Mr Bushs ongoing drive, quietly overseen by Karl Rove, his former chief adviser, to shape his legacy. Mr Bush is planning a book on his presidency, in addition to building a presidential library. Appearing on stage with winners and success stories is an introduction to the George W Bush legacy project, says Wayne Slater, a veteran Texan journalist who has written about Mr Bush since he was the states governor. Get Motivated point out that every president since Ronald Reagan has appeared at their events. David Sherzer, Mr Bushs spokesman, said that he will reflect on his presidency, including the lessons that he has learnt from his accomplishments, as well as his setbacks. He will also share his thoughts on decision-making and managing complex organisations. Its a great opportunity for him to talk to a group of risk-takers and entrepreneurs, Mr Sherzer said. This is a neat venue. Its close to home so hes really looking forward to it. Tamara Lowe, the executive vice-president of Get Motivated, offers this advice on her blog for speakers: It is a sin to bore people with a presentation ... Add humour to your presentations. Study stand-up comedy. Move around on stage but dont pace back and forth like a caged animal. What George said In terms of the economy look, I inherited a recession, I am ending on a recession Washington, January 12, 2009 Ill be long gone before some smart person ever figures out what happened inside this Oval Office Washington, May 12, 2008 Our enemies are innovative and resourceful, and so are we. They never stop thinking about new ways to harm our country and our people, and neither do we Washington, August 5, 2004 The CIA laid out several scenarios and said life could be lousy, life could be OK, life could be better, and they were just guessing as to what the conditions might be like New York, September 21, 2004 Im the master of low expectations On Air Force One, June 4, 2003 There's no cave deep enough for America, or dark enough to hide Oklahoma, August 29, 2002 I know the human being and fish can co-exist peacefully Michigan, September 29, 2000 Families is where our nation finds hope, where wings take dream Wisconsin, October 18, 2000 * Print * Email Bookmark and Share
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#5. To: tom007 (#0)
Peru???? Is that any where near his 'get-away property' in South America?
Supposedly, they purchased an 100K acre spread in Paraguay, next to a gigantic water aquifer, and a military runway/base down there.
Is that near Peru?
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