Building a thoughtful and impactful legacy is within your reach. It is never too early to start laying the foundation to leave your mark, professionally or in your community. The story of your life, the career you’ve cultivated, decisions you’ve
3 Ways to Extend Your Legacy into Your Next Passion Project
Starting your second act after a fulfilling career can be exciting and nerve-wracking. Maybe you’ve reached retirement age but playing golf all day doesn’t appeal to you. Maybe you’ve done well in an industry that allows you the ability to
Do’s and Don’ts on Humor in Your Next Speaking Engagement
Laughter is the best medicine. It relieves tension, boosts your immune system, reduces stress, and opens your mind up to new possibilities. Getting a good hearty laugh during your next presentation could be just what the doctor ordered! But before
The 3 P’s for Ditching PowerPoint For Your Next Presentation
No PowerPoint slides? No problem! Anyone can deliver a successful and engaging discussion without the use of presentation technology. Cut out the PowerPoint and let the audience see your passion and expertise front and center! These 4 P’s will help
Be More Than a Speaker, Be a Storyteller and Truth Teller
What is your favorite movie or book? No matter what you choose, the reason is most likely because it tells a good story. That’s no accident. A good storyteller weaves a tale that dramatic, dynamic, and memorable. As a speaker,
Relax! 3 Ways to Get Over Your Fears of Public Speaking
Whether you are a seasoned orator or a novice hitting the stage for the first time, no one is immune to jitters and butterflies before doing a presentation. It’s natural to worry over each detail and how you may appear
3 Reasons Why Speakers Need a High-Quality Video
Seeing is believing. Show and tell. Familiar sayings that simply means skeptical minds need physical or concrete evidence to convince them. The same could be said for the professional speaker. You can talk about how great your presentation skills are
From Stages to Pages: Why Speakers Need a Book to Build Their Career
As an aspiring or established speaker, writing your thoughts down in an organized manner is probably not new to you. The jump to taking those thoughts and expanding them into book format isn’t a huge leap at all. In fact,
What a Speaker Needs to Know About the Media
The media landscape is broad, complex, and changing. Deciding on how to utilize traditional versus social media can be daunting. As a speaker, navigating the various opportunities takes time. Don’t let that deter you from attempting to make your mark.
3 Reasons to Get Personal…With Your Brand!
Self-promotion feels selfish, right? Most of us think of over the top bragging, all eyes on you, a me-me-me mentality as the cornerstones to self-promotion. And you might be right. Self-promotion’s focus is self-centered in nature, possibly to the detriment