Great Answer, Wrong Question
I was a freshman in college when I failed my first test. Until then, throughout Jr and Sr high school I was an A student. I wasn’t used to failing tests. At all. But in college I took a class…
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Becoming a Great Conversationalist
Most of us aren't great at business conversations In a CNN poll run a few years ago, they asked people how well they could manage a business conversation. I'm sure that the people who responded (more than 3500 in a…
Read MoreExpertise can disconnect you quickly; Choose Vulnerability
The expert vs. the experienced learner… Let's say you're about to teach something to an audience. You step on the stage. And in that moment, you have to determine your tone. Will the tone be of an expert who's there…
Read MoreThree storytelling skills for business that you need
Let's face it, most presentations aren't on stage If you think about how many times you try to convince your co-workers of something, or how many times you're presenting a decision to your boss, or how many times you are trying…
Read MoreSpeaking without Notes: A Public Speaking Tip
People who present without notes are not magicians. They just know a few things others don't. The perceptions behind speaking without notes To get started, we should look at the reason why it might be worth speaking without notes. Here are…
Read MoreHave you embraced the full power of storytelling?
There's power in your story The other day I was interviewed by my friend Carrie Dils on her OfficeHoursFM Podcast. We talked all about the power of storytelling—in business. I'm hoping it was practical and useful, as I didn't spend…
Read MoreLearn your own story, Then learn how to tell it
Do you know your own story? Have you learned how to tell it? A couple weeks ago in Dallas After three months at home, away from conferences, talks and events, I headed out to Austin and Dallas for meetings and…
Read MoreHow I create an eBook (without a lot of typing)
What if I told you that you could create an eBook without a lot of typing? Would you be interested? And I'm still taking about your own content. Here's how.
Read MoreTwo reasons why I make my points with stories
Today I thought I would reveal why I use storytelling so much. Here are two reasons why I make my points with stories. And you can too!
Read MoreThe Power of Your Unique Voice
This is the story of how I found a painting after years because of the unique style of an artist. It's your story too. We all need to find our unique voice.
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