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 coal miner in South Wales. For several years, he was also a Welsh champion pigeon racer. As 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 conferences and corporate events. We came for the views, the weather, the rich history and for a...
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...
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 opens the meetings, she replied, “I do.” My response? “You are too important to walk on stage...
