One of the really cool things about the coaching and teaching I do is the interaction with clients and the exposure to their ideas and expertise. While I guide them to put some pizzazz in their message and refine their delivery to represent them well, I get to learn...
I just heard it from a presentation leaking out the door across the hall from me. It’s a common thread of mediocrity. People open with a weak plea for the audience’s attention, giving doubt that they really believe in their message. It has a thousand...
I have been asked to submit a proposal for a keynote to a conference. The inquiry was accompanied by a warning: “I must tell you, you’ll have some possible stiff competition – Mr. Big Wig has been contacted.” Mr. Wig is a household name in America,...
In the last week, I’ve seen a half dozen or more speakers run over. It’s not a forgivable sin for a speaker to make. Everyone has their excuses, reasons, and explanations as to why. It doesn’t matter. Finish on time. But drawing attention to it...
Last week here in North Carolina, we experienced an earthquake (my first), a hurricane (my umpteenth), and tornadoes (so far I’ve missed them altogether). The news media took the opportunity to fill a lot of time with the very apropos message about preparedness....
