On a recent trip to London, for the second time, I visited the Imperial War Museum and the powerful exhibition Beauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art. Once again, I...
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Expert Advice about Presentation Skills from Patricia Fripp
Lily of the Valley Was a Champion
While preparing for a new speech, Million Dollar Mindset, I found myself thinking about the people who influenced how I see success. One of them was my grandfather. He was a...
What a Victoria Tour Guide Taught Me About World-Class Presenting
Recently, I enjoyed a trip to Victoria, BC, with my friend, experience creator Joe Veneto. Joe is known globally for designing transformative audience experiences for...
An Inside Look at the House of Lords
Some invitations are too fascinating to keep to yourself. Recently, I enjoyed the rare privilege of a private tour of the House of Lords with Richard Oliver Faulkner, Baron...
History, Humor, and Humanity: Lessons from King Charles III’s Address
I was never prouder of being British than when I watched King Charles III's powerful address to Congress. Yes, I love the Royals and have always been a fan of Charles, long...
The Applause Is Not Only for You
Recently, I spoke with a highly successful CEO who leads quarterly all-company meetings. She is respected, accomplished, and deeply committed to her team. When I asked who...
Why Brilliant Technical Experts Need Help Before High-Stakes Presentations
It never ceases to amaze me how many highly intelligent, accomplished professionals underestimate one critical truth: expertise does not automatically translate into...
From Pressure to Privilege: What Happens When Masters Show Up
One of the greatest gifts in a speaking career is the support of those you most admire. Recently, I was reminded of that in the most meaningful way. Two weeks ago, I had the...
Great Stories Need Truth More Than Perfect Accuracy
I just returned from a fun and inspiring trip to the United Kingdom. My last stop was in Oxford. It is a city full of history, colleges, cobblestones, scholarship, and...
How to Set Up a Webinar Experience That Keeps Your Audience Listening
Many of us spend a great deal of effort promoting our webinars. We send invitations, write compelling descriptions, and persuade people to attend. Have you noticed that once...
Rehearsal Is the Work: Why Mastery Creates Your Presentation Confidence
The Professional’s Guide to Preparation That Pays Off One of the most frequent questions I receive from coaching clients, audience members, and even professional speakers...
How I Turned One Executive Conversation into Six Clients
Several years ago, after a presentation to professional speechwriters, John, the head of corporate communications at a large technology company, walked over and said, “I am...
