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 Faulkner of Worcester. Experiences like this remind me how fortunate we are to meet fascinating...
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 before he was King. He was a man ahead of his time, caring deeply about climate, organic...
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 persuasive communication. You may be a brilliant engineer, analyst, or executive. You may have spent...
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 going to set up a conversation with my boss, an executive with a Fortune 500 company. He is a...
