Last week, I wrote "Internship - Keep It this Summer - Big Idea #1," based on some of my students (I'm an adjunct at the University of Maryland1) asking me…
Here is a touching, powerful story about a dad. It has lots of story elements and figures of speech that improve the impact. King's (his story) Better Tomorrow MessageTM, "Cherish…
Looking to level up your storytelling skills? Join me on April 23 in Washington, DC. I'm presenting my storytelling for leaders workshop, hosted by B Local Mid-Atlantic. Awaken the Storytelling…
What fun I had last night. A packed conference room with more than 60 business owners, joined me at TEDCO's Builder Fund Speaker Series. They asked insightful questions, were curious,…
I am excited to be presenting again at the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC). The team there is the best! I also partner with them on the Veterans Institute…
Please join me on March 20 in Colombia, Maryland at TEDCO's headquarters for the workshop, Executive Storytelling: How Leaders Use Stories to Lead (Register).Angela from TEDCO, was referred to me…
How much do you self-reflect? As an organization and as an individual? At The Chief Storyteller®, we firmly believe both are necessary for growth and success. What can we do…
I received the following reference request from a student. I teach public speaking, communication, and storytelling as an adjunct at the University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business.…
Recently, I shared my favorite presentation and public speaking exercise, "1-2-5-10 TM" to one of my newer clients, Carl. He is the CEO of a rapidly growing tech company. We…
Ira, our CEO, gave a training workshop to The Entrepreneur Center @ the Northern Virginia Technology Council. In attendance were entrepreneurs, investors, and venture capitalists. Titled, "Effective Investor Presentations: Tips…