A new client told me, “I don’t have any stories.” I told her, “We ALL have stories. Stories are simply the intriguing things that happen to or around us.” She came back with, “But I…
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Want People to Listen? Never TELL Them What You’re Going to Tell Them
“People don’t want information; they want epiphanies.” – Sam Horn Have you been taught to open communications by “telling people what you’re going to tell them, telling them and then telling them what you told…
Never Again Give an Elevator Speech
“It’s not about you. It never was.” – Diane Keaton Do you know anyone who likes listening to a speech? Me neither. Speeches are lectures. Who wants to be lectured? That’s why, from now on…
Got Your Attention? Wins Book of the Year Award
What a thrill to hear from publisher Berrett-Koehler that my book GOT YOUR ATTENTION? is the INDIEFAB gold medal winner in the career category. Here ‘s the announcement from Foreword Reviews. Following that good news,…
“How Can I Be Funnier?” Speakers, Leaders and Authors Want to Know
“When you’re laughing at something, you remember something.” – Joan Rivers. Agreed. Is there any surer sign you’ve won people’s favorable attention then when they’re laughing? Appropriate humor is one of the best ways to get your idea, product, startup,…
Never Again Give An Elevator SPEECH
“It’s not about you. It never was.” – actress Diane Keaton. Do you know anyone who likes listening to a speech? Me neither. Speeches are lectures. Who wants to be lectured? That’s why, from now on when…