"We are living in a very competitive world with more opportunities than in any other time in history. Every manager or leader needs to hit the ground running to be able to take advantage of these opportunities. A basic tool to be able to do this is your ability to communicate in a profound and persuasive way.
In the Glue Factor, Frances provides valuable ideas and practical tools to allow you to adhere your message to clients and stakeholders in a persuasive and effective way. This will allow you to attain the results you and your organization need to attain to be successful in a world full of change and uncertainty. You need to read Frances’ book!"

Dr. Joachim de Posada, International best-seller-main author of "Don't Eat the Marshmallow yet: The Secret to Sweet Success in Work and Life".  Recognized as the Most Distinguished Hispanic Speaker by the Latino Speakers Bureau and as one of America's 25 Hot Speakers by the National Speakers Association.


The Glue Factor is a practical and focused book about the crucial art of public speaking. As a reference and practical guideline, it represents a substantial saving in time devoted to preparing a  presentation.  To an emerging professional, the book gives all the written and unwritten guidelines to preparing riveting presentations. A must read for professionals of all levels"

Raul Gaya, Chairman of the Board
Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce


"Frances Ríos is a dynamic speaker who inspires and empowers people to be the best that they can be.  In her new book, The Glue Factor, she shares dynamic tips on giving presentations that make your message stick!   I recommend you read this book, then re-read it and use these tips not only in business but also in your day to day communications with family and friends!  This book will help you do more, be more and achieve more!"

Willie Jolley, award winning speaker and television personality and best-selling author of "A Setback Is A Setup For A Comeback" and "An Attitude of Excellence!”


"In The Glue Factor, Frances Ríos (a Loyola University New Orleans graduate, I am proud to say) has given us an instructive, streamlined guide to public speaking for the PowerPoint era. It is especially effective--and enjoyable--because she has built it around her own coaching of a client who puts her lessons to work to make his message stick with his audiences"

Kevin Wm. Wildes, S.J., Ph.D., President
Loyola University New Orleans

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