public speaking

Your company culture is one of your most valuable assets. It can be one of the unique differentiators. It will help you attract the best team members and unleash them to create great things. If you want to understand it pragmatically and spread it beyond the posters and meaningless workshops, then read this article. For […]

I know you can improve your communication skills at work. I know that because I’ve done it, and our company has seen thousands of professionals do it.  It isn’t magic, but you need to approach it with the right mindset and tools. Otherwise you’ll waste time without making progress and think great communication is only […]

If you want to communicate with impact, then you have to understand how you buy wine. Yes, you read that right! I’m talking about that Chardonnay or Cabernet you occasionally enjoy. Think of the last time you stood in the wine aisle trying to pick a good bottle of wine for the evening. How did […]

It’s a new year! Have you thought about specific communication goals for yourself?  If you haven’t or need help, I’ll break down how to set communication goals for yourself in this article so that your goals are achievable and yield positive results for your career.  Aspirational Goals When setting your communication goals (and goals in […]

Setting professional development goals for the year is always a smart idea. Instead of a vague idea of where you want to be, setting goals will create a clear direction right from the start. There are two types of goals to focus on: 1) Big career goals: destination goals like your dream position (CEO, Team […]

Something that we hear often is that speaking or presenting to leadership can be nerve-racking. I’ll hear from a VP that she is confident speaking in almost every other area except this.  It makes sense why speaking to leadership can be stressful. They’re your bosses and you want to do a good job and look […]

You know that lunch and learns are great for your organization and team. But can they work in a virtual environment? The answer is a resounding yes!  A virtual lunch and learn can be equally effective, if not more effective, than the in-person ones.  According to a recent client survey, virtual lunch and learns are […]

Imagine you were asked to give a TED-style talk to your company tomorrow. Would you be nervous? I know I would – and I’ve been working on speaking for years!  In this article, you’re going to learn what a TED-style talk is, how it’s different from business presentations, and why and when you should deliver […]

Virtual presence has become a popular topic recently. With many companies turning to mediums like Zoom, Skype, and others for meetings, the demand for you as a professional to make an impact in this space has increased dramatically.  Estimates show that there are 55 million meetings a day in the United States. Since Covid has […]

So you just joined Toastmasters and you need to do your Ice Breaker speech. Where do you start?  In this article, you’re going to learn powerful ways to organize, rehearse, and deliver your speech so that it resonates with your audience.  What is the Ice Breaker Speech?  Why is the Ice Breaker Speech Important?  List […]