Elizabeth (Liz) Coursen
An author, editor, and historian, Liz speaks professionally an average of 80 times a year, presenting an original, 40+-title repertoire of educational and motivational programs, trainings, and keynotes. Liz's award-winning books include Shade in the Sunshine State: Reflections on Segregation in Florida and Before You Even Open Your Mouth: Business Writing for Professional Speakers. Her recently published eleventh book, Write AMERICAN! Business Writing in American English (India edition), is the first in a series of workbooks for people for whom American English is a second language.
In 2017, with business partner Gayle Williams, Liz traveled to India, where she presented 11 workshops in American English business writing and one keynote address—her first.
A self-described "serial entrepreneur," Liz started her first business at the age of 10 and hasn't looked back—over the years she has been, among other things, a construction contractor, an importer of Italian linens, and a buyer of large diamonds. She put herself through Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, by starting a lawn care service, and played ice hockey all four years—as the only girl on the team.
Liz's first book, Brunswick and Bowdoin College, was traditionally published in 2009. The experience was so horrible that, even though you "never say never," Liz swears she will never be traditionally published again. (Like all horrible experiences, however, she made it into a humorous speech!) Liz has self-published 12 books since then, and is currently working on her fourteenth book, Comma Common Sense.
In addition to her own books, Liz is currently offering collaborative opportunities with these projects:
First Breath, Last Breath: Daughters Share Stories of their Mothers' Death
I Came to Keynote
I Came to Speak
She finds great satisfaction in helping business owners and professional speakers establish credibility and expand their influence through authorship, and has edited 147 books, articles, and websites.
Liz is also the host of "Suncoast Authors TV," which airs on Manatee Educational Television.
A lifelong advocate for literacy, Liz collects and distributes books to homeless people in metro Sarasota; since 2012, she has given away more than 15,000 books to needy citizens in her community.
An author, editor, and historian, Liz speaks professionally an average of 80 times a year, presenting an original, 40+-title repertoire of educational and motivational programs, trainings, and keynotes. Liz's award-winning books include Shade in the Sunshine State: Reflections on Segregation in Florida and Before You Even Open Your Mouth: Business Writing for Professional Speakers. Her recently published eleventh book, Write AMERICAN! Business Writing in American English (India edition), is the first in a series of workbooks for people for whom American English is a second language.
In 2017, with business partner Gayle Williams, Liz traveled to India, where she presented 11 workshops in American English business writing and one keynote address—her first.
A self-described "serial entrepreneur," Liz started her first business at the age of 10 and hasn't looked back—over the years she has been, among other things, a construction contractor, an importer of Italian linens, and a buyer of large diamonds. She put herself through Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, by starting a lawn care service, and played ice hockey all four years—as the only girl on the team.
Liz's first book, Brunswick and Bowdoin College, was traditionally published in 2009. The experience was so horrible that, even though you "never say never," Liz swears she will never be traditionally published again. (Like all horrible experiences, however, she made it into a humorous speech!) Liz has self-published 12 books since then, and is currently working on her fourteenth book, Comma Common Sense.
In addition to her own books, Liz is currently offering collaborative opportunities with these projects:
First Breath, Last Breath: Daughters Share Stories of their Mothers' Death
I Came to Keynote
I Came to Speak
She finds great satisfaction in helping business owners and professional speakers establish credibility and expand their influence through authorship, and has edited 147 books, articles, and websites.
Liz is also the host of "Suncoast Authors TV," which airs on Manatee Educational Television.
A lifelong advocate for literacy, Liz collects and distributes books to homeless people in metro Sarasota; since 2012, she has given away more than 15,000 books to needy citizens in her community.
Your Writing Speaks! The Explosive Power of the Published Speaker
What does your writing say about you? Liz Coursen knows firsthand that careful and correct writing opens doors: Liz was invited to present her first keynote address on the basis of her written application to present a conference workshop.
In this fun and interactive workshop, award-winning American author, book coach, and editor Liz Coursen will show you how to turbocharge your speaking career by becoming a published author. Whether you're working on an article, a book, or a blog...
Write Right, Right NOW! Ten Things that Every Professional Must Know…about Writing
In business, it's all about one thing, and that one thing is trust. And, chances are good that people will read about you, your products, or your services, before they hear you speak.
Do you want to stand out from the competition? Do you want to make more sales? Do you want to make sure that your team is representing your brand properly across all platforms?
According to Liz Coursen, an award-winning author who has written 11 books about American English, confident,...
When Booker T. met J.R.: Lessons in American Philanthropy
The brand of by-your-bootstraps philanthropy practiced by both men would result in profound social change: nobody got nothing for free.
In this...
Lightbulb Moments: How to Spark Ideas!
Do you ever need to generate ideas?
Do you ever need to spark your creativity?
Do you ever need to do it RIGHT AWAY?
It turns out that creativity can be learned. Ideas-new ideas, fresh ideas, original ideas-are all around you, constantly within your grasp...fluttering around your head like so many brightly colored butterflies.
In this fun and interactive workshop, learn proven, effective, and innovative strategies that allow you to tap into your natural...
The Best You Have
Join me for "The Best You Have," a 30-minute inspirational and motivational keynote speech in which I talk about my mother, I tell the story of the most influential person in my life, I recite "The Road Not Taken," and I tell not one but two Mother Teresa stories from people who actually met her.
"The Best You Have"...
When You Hit the Ice, Don't Lead with Your Chin!
During this 40-minute keynote address, Liz will share her own experiences-the serious, the sad, and the downright silly-of being "the first" and "the only," as well as the experiences of other...
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