Happy Merry Everything
As we head into the last days of 2017, a few elements strike at the same time: First, we are bombarded by all the "get this done by Christmas" communication that [...]
Tips for Giving an Amazing Toast
Today, we are grateful for you! We wish you a wonderful, safe and relaxing holiday. Our offices are closed for the holiday, but just in case If you need a [...]
Gaining Attention
Most of our training groups ask about tips on gaining the audience’s attention quickly, so it seems like a universal challenge. How important is it really to engage the audience [...]
Engage Your Brain
In some recent coaching with clients, I have been discussing the structure of the brain and how it affects our responses – and how those responses create the stories we [...]
Two Truths and a Lie
In our workshops, sometimes we use an icebreaker called “Two Truths and a Lie”, where participants have to say three things about themselves, one of which is untrue. Then the other [...]
Celebrating 15 years
As we hit this major milestone this month, I am filled with so many emotions. This upcoming moment makes me even more aware of all the milestone celebrations I am [...]
Craziest Oscar Moment?
Wow. Our students often ask about how to handle ‘crazy’, mixed-up mishaps that can occur while they are presenting. And we offer advice, but mostly we offer assurance that these [...]