I’ve watched (ahem) hundreds of hours of TED Talks to study how the world’s best speakers create powerful presentations. Through all of these talks I’ve pulled out a common theme – most have, what I call, a “Wake Up Statement”. A slam-dunk introduction that wakes up the listener and pulls them in. Contrast that to […]
I sat at my desk, hands folded on my lap, staring at my phone. I sat for a long time like this. It’s as if I was waiting for the phone to give me a pep talk. Then, a brilliant thought came to mind. Maybe I should check Facebook…after all, one of my posts might have gotten a LIKE. […]
If you’ve ever presented an idea, concept, solution, proposal or credentials to a potential client, you’ve pitched. What’s unfortunate is that most pitches are mediocre at best. Enter the new AMC show The Pitch. If you haven’t yet watched The Pitch, you’ve been missing out. Every event planner, wedding planner, event supplier and sales person […]