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…
The other day, a person in one of my LinkedIn groups posted this question about public speaking: "How to deal with requests for webinars, podcasts, speaking, etc. Wondering how people…
What a fantastic experience! Thank you to everyone at the Department of Energy's Small Office of Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and the event team. From a professional speaker's perspective, the…
Just posted this on Instagram. Thought I would share it. Something I am very passionate about-- the connecting, the bonding, the relationship building humans need and thrive on. People tend…
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…
I'm honored to be delivering the opening keynote for the 15th Annual Department of Energy (DOE) Small Business Forum & Expo in Atlanta May 23 to 25. "AWAKEN THE STORYTELLING…
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…
During a recent workshop, a person confided in me he had a phobia of public speaking. He had A LOT of anxiety over public speaking that he would almost certainly…
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…
People who love to tell stories... the good storytellers... think in visual ways. When they create stories in their minds, they transform words into engaging and memorable experiences. Experiences that…