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By: Safety Culture Plus | What Would Dad Say » Susan Boyle

Safety Culture Plus | What Would Dad Say » Susan Boyle — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:41:48 +0000

[...] There is nothing more American than rooting for the underdog. We love to see the disadvantaged, the ill equipped, the young, the old, what ever and whoever do well and succeed. That is why the Susan Boyle video was so popular. ( She was the British frump singer of a few months back. See her video here.) [...]

By: Dave Opton

Dave Opton — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:05:25 +0000

GL, Saw them both at the time and have watched them again and again over time. Simply amazing stuff for all the reasons everyone has expressed. Part of it comes, I think, from that piece in all of us that pulls for the underdog and the thrill one feels for them when they win. Just wonderful.

By: What Would Dad Say » How Adam Lambert Can Win American Idol, Easily.

What Would Dad Say » How Adam Lambert Can Win American Idol, Easily. — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:17:38 +0000

[...] net,….it is all about presentation, song selection and vocal ability. As Susan Boyle just demonstrated, a “surprise,” just like those in every good presentation, works in a gigantic way, [...]

By: dianaejennings

dianaejennings — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:55:01 +0000

I’ve seen this a few times and still get chills and damp eyes. The world still is a place where dreamers can find a way.

By: Lisa (lablady)

Lisa (lablady) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:42:33 +0000

GL,

Yes, I’ve already seen Paul Potts and his performance was just as moving. Both are awe-inspiring and I tear up whenever I listen to them. It’s so nice to hear true talent. Awesome, in the truest sense of the word.

Oh, and yes, I realized that was Amanda. Women notice those things quicker and easier than men, I think. lol

By: wwds

wwds — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:12:27 +0000

Great story and example, Hayli. We need more of these moments.

By: Hayli @ Rise Smart

Hayli @ Rise Smart — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:19:00 +0000

Fascinating, and kudos to middle judge Amanda for owning up to misplaced skepticism. This message of not judging a book by its cover will stay with me for a while.

By: wwds

wwds — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:01:29 +0000

Thanks Lisa….maybe this fresh PR will mean that Les Miserables will go on USA tour again. BTW, did you watch both videos.
Maybe I am just being a guy here, but did you notice that the middle judge, Amanda. underwent a complete makeover? It is the same person.

By: Lisa (lablady)

Lisa (lablady) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:31:45 +0000

I already thanked you on Twitter but wanted to thank you again for finding Susan Boyle’s full performance! The little snippet I heard wasn’t enough for me. I, too, have seen Les Miserable years ago in NY and loved it! We have the CD’s.

This is also a great example of how we, as a people, often make incorrect presumptions about someone at first glance. So, for everyone out there, esp. employers…don’t judge a book by its cover; give everyone an opportunity to speak and show you their true worth!

Thank you Susan Boyle!! (ok, I’m all choked up now.)

By: wwds

wwds — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:19:11 +0000

Me too, Karri. Glad you enjoyed them as much as I did.