Do you want to know if you’re robotic or empathetic when you speak? Analyze yourself. Watch recordings of yourself speaking. When did you look natural? Enthusiastic and energized? When did you look nervous or robotic? Note the time … [Read more...] about Are you a robot or a human?
Speak their language
As a great communicator you speak to your audiences in their language. You use their acronyms, you speak to their industry’s concerns, you know what “success” looks and feels like to them. Ask yourself: Based on what I know about the people I am … [Read more...] about Speak their language
Giving the right gifts
You know that whenever you speak to your audiences, you must give them a gift. Because when you give a talk it’s never about you, it’s about your audience. But how will you know when you have given them the gift they need most? When your great … [Read more...] about Giving the right gifts
Is this really a story?
So you’re converted to the power of stories. That’s GREAT! But how can you tell when your stories are really reaching your audience? If: Your audiences become emotionally invested and won’t let you stop until they hear the end of the story; … [Read more...] about Is this really a story?
Do I have a good idea?
I give a lot of advice on how to come up with great ideas and great messages. But how do you know when you’re there? You know your vision and message are on the money when: Your audiences listen to your message and ask for more content. You … [Read more...] about Do I have a good idea?
Is panic a strategy?
Ryan Holiday’s The Obstacle Is The Way, is the perfect read for anyone going through a huge change like creating the world of hybrid work. Things will go wrong as you and your team figure out how to return to the office, to travel, to events. Your … [Read more...] about Is panic a strategy?
I’m sorry!
Every one of us is coming out of a rough year and a half, but we’re all damaged in different ways and carrying different wounds. You’re leading a team into the new world of hybrid work. Your team is struggling. So, likely, are you. Because you’ve … [Read more...] about I’m sorry!
We used to do this all the time…
I’m packing for a girls' weekend in Park City and I feel as overwhelmed as if I were getting ready for a three-month expedition in the Sahara. It’s five days. One time zone away. What is my problem?? My problem is that I haven’t … [Read more...] about We used to do this all the time…
Remember that you’re in a body
When you spend 10 hours a day on video conferences, it’s easy to forget that you even have a body. Working at home may mean no commuting, but it can mean a lot less movement for our bodies. Ignoring your body will have an impact not … [Read more...] about Remember that you’re in a body
Can’t wait!
In the last 15 months, we’ve all had to negotiate a new relationship with hope. What is it safe to hope for? When is it realistic to hope? When will I get vaccinated? When can I plan a vacation that requires a passport? When will I see my colleagues … [Read more...] about Can’t wait!
