Do You Know How Long Before True Performers Earn their Success?
One December evening, with some of my closest friends, Joe Veneto, Marilyn Sherman, and Ford Saeks, I watched Frankie Moreno at his Christmas show at Myron’s Cabaret Jazz. As seasoned professional...
View ArticleWhen Brilliant Executives Suddenly Need Presentation Skills
I am frequently asked how I work with executives who are exceptional at what they do and have never had the time, opportunity, or need to improve their presentation skills. Until. A new position....
View ArticleThe Virtual Event Moderator: The Most Underrated Role in Event Success
Never underestimate the importance of a moderator. In virtual events, the moderator is not the filler between speakers. The moderator is the glue that holds the entire experience together. When virtual...
View ArticleDo You Have the Talent and the Patience for Great Success?
As a seasoned professional speaker, I am frequently asked for advice by up-and-coming speakers. They enjoy my programs on How to Open Your Presentation with Impact and Under the Magnifying Glass: Good...
View ArticleHow I Turned One Executive Conversation into Six Clients
Several years ago, after a presentation to professional speechwriters, John, the head of corporate communications at a large technology company, walked over and said, “I am going to set up a...
View ArticleWhat 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....
View ArticleSomething for Nothing is Better than Nothing for Nothing
Last Monday, I had the pleasure of delivering my second UK seminar of the year for my friend Derek Arden This event raises money for one of Derek’s favorite charities Challengers. He invites friends,...
View ArticleWhy Executives Can Benefit From the Power of the Pause
When I begin an executive presentation skills engagement, I study videos of the leadership team speaking about their company. Recently, I watched a founder and CEO who had everything going for him....
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