Oct 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Think about the last time a single statistic truly stuck with you. Maybe it sparked some insight, but most facts and figures? They slip by, quickly forgotten and rarely leave us feeling engaged. Why Is Data Quickly Forgotten? Human brains aren’t wired to connect...
Oct 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
Earlier this week, I’m about to present the sixth and final session of a storytelling workshop series for a group of high producing financial professionals. I’ve prepared an hour-long presentation, complete with slides and handouts. It’s going to be highly impactful...
Oct 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jennifer is a seasoned business leader. She’s just concluded what she thought was a powerful presentation to her team. She had shared her company’s new vision, updated information about their recent success, and some of her favorites stories. But, scanning the faces...
Sep 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
It’s no secret that modern audiences are more distractible than ever. If you don’t get them involved right away, you risk losing their attention. But too many presenters focus on delivering all their information without giving the audience an immediate benefit....
Aug 19, 2024 | Presentation Skills, Public Speaking Tips, Sell with a Story, Speaking Tip, Storytelling
When I first started working with clients on their stories, I encouraged them to submit a written version. It seemed like a straightforward approach; I was encouraging them to get all their thoughts out of their head and onto paper. It was the idea of creating a...