Virtually every "Improve Communication" thesis I’ve read or presentation I’ve seen, deals in great depth with how to transmit what you want to say. They talk about your tone, projection,…
Guest AuthorSeptember 12, 2017
As leaders of businesses, governmental agencies and associations, we encounter questions from those we lead through a variety of media – public speaking forums, face-to-face conversations, email, blog posts and…
Dave MichaelsJanuary 15, 2017
We have a variety of templates and guides in the office. Guides for writing articles, blogs, marketing documents, tip guides--you name it. In 2011, nearly 10 years after starting The…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 11, 2017
If you've ever been to a live show at Radio City Music Hall, a performance on Broadway, or an improv performance at a local comedy club, you've undoubtedly seen the…
Duane BaileyOctober 11, 2016
I give a LOT of presentations about conflict resolution and negotiation, and I’ve learned that the best way to teach some of the most important principles is by telling a…
Guest AuthorJuly 12, 2016
Negative words, whether used on purpose or by accident, can have a big impact on your audience. Potentially, an impact you did not want or plan for. Imagine you are…
Ira KoretskyApril 20, 2016
Here’s a tragic love story (read with a little sarcasm and satirical intent). One for the record books. During a client meeting, Jeremy* said the dreaded b-word, "but." A few…
Ira KoretskyMarch 23, 2016
I have been sharing The Chief Storyteller®'s Top 50 Communication Mantras for quite a few years now. Some folks have told me in person or through email there are always…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 6, 2016
I was at a conference recently. After attending the last session of the day, which was at 4pm, I hurried over to the exhibit hall, as it was closing in…
Dave MichaelsOctober 15, 2015