Communiqué
Articles, essays & videos packed with wit, humor and a bit of tough-love skill-building, right at your finger tips.
Becoming A TED Speaker - Part I
Failure and dogged determination helped make a big, giant, hairy, audacious goal happen. Here’s the story…
The Missed-Managed Moment
In the middle of a conversation about improving conversations, why are you on your cell phone?
Pie And Another Spin Around The Sun
Business lessons about pie, friendship, Elizabeth Gilbert, JOB and the importance of breathing. It’s a quick read. :-)
Why Thinking In Absolutes Is Inhuman
People are complex - but when thinking critically of others, do we factor in the full range of their humanity, AND our ego?
Deodorant Will Help You Achieve Your Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals
Looking at goal achievement with a smaller eye based in creating processes.
The Do's & Don'ts of Being A Sought-After Panelist (and Moderator)
Being part of a panel discussion is an excellent way to gain exposure and validate your credibility.
Your Cell Phone is a “Mean Girl”
“Mean Girls” isn’t just a Tina Fey movie. We’ve created our own personal Regina George and it’s not helping our conversations.
Moving From Conversational Hijacker To Listening Unicorn
You can co-opt, take-over and railroad the conversation, or you can learn new skills. Be the unicorn.
How Do We Build Great Storytelling?
Telling a story is quintessentially human. Great storytelling is built on a strong foundation of empathy and value.
Being A Better Meeting Participant
Sure, it’s a universal trope that meetings suck, but they don’t have to if you can be a better participant.
Basic Business Etiquette - Needed Now More Than Ever
Etiquette, particularly in a business setting, might mean the difference between success and failure.
Let’s Talk About Fear, You And I…
Sure, sometimes business is scary and maybe we have real reasons to be afraid, but ask yourself this…
You've Got Elevator Pitch Questions, We've Got Answers
Still unsure about delivering a great Elevator Pitch? Here’s some of our most frequently asked questions.
The One Thing That Makes a Public Speaker “Award Winning…”
What makes a public speaker truly memorable?