The Phrase That Pays: How to Be Remembered and Repeated

The Phrase That Pays: How to Be Remembered and Repeated

Every day, we are bombarded with more information than we can remember. Whatever your role—executive, manager, salesperson, or team leader—you want your message to be remembered and repeated. When your words travel beyond the room, you are speaking not only to your...
Do You Want to Inspire Action and Commitment? Use More Active Verbs

Do You Want to Inspire Action and Commitment? Use More Active Verbs

At an all-day event, my client asked me to speak briefly to promote my afternoon session. I said, “I know your morning is full, just give me three minutes.” I only took two and a half. I began with an amusing story about a request for an interview, which made the...
Are You Missing Out on a Great Way to Improve Your Presentations?

Are You Missing Out on a Great Way to Improve Your Presentations?

From Good to World-Class: How to Improve Your Presentations Socrates said, “Know thyself.” I say, “Put your words under the magnifying glass.” If you want to improve all of your presentations, here’s a simple process that works for seasoned professionals as well as...
8 Smart Steps to Set Yourself Up for Speaking Success

8 Smart Steps to Set Yourself Up for Speaking Success

Even the most seasoned presenters know: preparation off stage sets you up for success on stage. Here are eight practical and frequently overlooked steps that will help you feel confident, in control, and ready to make your message memorable. Check in early. Arrive...
The Power of Structure: Theater Meets Speaking

The Power of Structure: Theater Meets Speaking

Recently, I had the joy of seeing the magnificent show A Beautiful Noise at The Smith Center in Las Vegas. This is, of course, the life story of Neil Diamond. Having seen him perform live before, I knew to expect magic, and I wasn’t disappointed. Part of the show’s...