“People from technology don't understand the creative process … companies go through to make their products, and they don't appreciate…
Everyone thinks they know what good customer service is. We’ve all had bad customer service—a waiter who won’t bring…
The best speakers tell stories about YOU! A speaker walked onto the platform wearing a rugged jacket and hiking boots.…
How deadly are your bullet points? There are seven elements that every speaker must consider when crafting a presentation: ✅…
Here's a little holiday fun. Thanks for reading my storytelling posts. Have a safe, happy, and prosperous season. ’Twas…
When the urge to gripe arises, consider that no matter what dark clouds may loom on the horizon, you threaded…
What is musical storytelling? Many of our favorite storytellers rely on music to help them deliver their messages with impact.…
Another agonizing networking event! You walk around the room, introduce yourself to the next stranger, ask them what they do,…
Is AI-Generated Marketing Copy the powerful shortcut we've been told it is? The explosive growth of online content has done…
Is your digital calendar robbing you of the time you need to be productive? Maybe the problem isn't your calendar.…
Perhaps you’ve experienced flow writing. You sit down, watch your fingers tap away at the keyboard, and wonder, Where did…
You’ve been asked to pitch a big project. You and your teammates Shelly and Barbara sit at your conference table…
The “elevator pitch” is an essential professional tool—a tool that should be kept razor sharp and as ready to deploy…
Should you charge $20 for your new book or $19.97? Will dropping your price by three cents help you…
Maria, a realtor attended one of my storytelling workshops at the suggestion of a mutual friend. “What does storytelling have…
Lost and found items create logistical challenges, but stories are always about people. The story of how (or whether) a…
I was talking with a friend at a business networking event when a man came plowing through the crowd doling…
How do you put a price on your passion? How can you charge a fair-but-high price for your services? …
Inspire prospects to ask you to sell to them. Many years ago I was out sailing on Biscayne Bay with…
The following advice on writing and publishing is based on my own experiences and those of my clients. I hope…
Hobbyist or professional? True professionals dedicate their lives to being the best in the world at whatever they do—not some…
In storms of life and business, it requires immense energy to sustain conflict. Dangerous and destructive forces require attention and—at…
Sell outcomes. The products or services you exchange at the transaction stage of a business relationship might not be the…
Imagine an event where each attendee is given a puzzle piece and directed to connect one-at-a-time with others in the…
Anyone who questions the relationship between business and storytelling need look no farther than the humble corporate mission statement. …
Do you have a customer service horror story to share? What stories are you telling about yourself before you even…
If you’re skeptical about the connection between business strategy and storytelling, consider the challenges faced by advertising agencies and marketers.…
One Sunday morning not long after I had been introduced to sailing, I was enjoying a cup of coffee in…
Storytelling tips: You’re walking along and you happen to look down. “Hey, that’s not a scrap of paper; that’s a…
River stories: Numerous stories have been written about rivers. We all have rivers to cross. Metaphorical rivers represent both the…
Do you trust your compass? Finding your way in life, business, and traffic is a challenge. The easiest way to…
Storytelling is a powerful tool, but no one ever talks about story listening. Have you ever been with a friend,…
“This should be a great presentation,” said Jess as we walked into the Chamber of Commerce breakfast and grabbed a…
When I was young, I collected superhero stories and comic books. I was fascinated by the exploits of the same…
“Storytelling…? I don’t know.” A troubled look flashed across Sally’s face. “You'll have a hard time selling me on your…
The unlikely teacher is one of my favorite story themes, partially because I’ve been fortunate to have had wonderful, unlikely…
Use storytelling for problem-solving. Think about the various stories involved in a conflict and plot a course for resolution. Seen…
Nideknil Marketplace was all hustle and bustle. Colorful signs above the merchant stalls proclaimed the advantages of endless products and…
Getting Forward to New Normal Retailers have been hit hard by COVID19. Foot traffic is down and online retailers are…
Too many professionals buy the story that expertise is a commodity: Hire an expert, tell them what to do, and…
Have you ever been disappointed with a judge's call—in a courtroom, on a ball field, or in a contest? Who…
Is your story big enough? The following passage from The Story Story describes a common speaker’s dilemma. Too many meaningful…
I’m that annoying neighbor—the bad guy—the one who’s always complaining about my rights … . or at least that’s the…
Speechcrafting is a special discipline of which speechwriting is but a single element. The effective speechcrafting professional understands the art…
Speakers are commonly asked, “What’s your topic?” or “What’s your message?” Such questions may sound intuitively reasonable but they lead…
A friend asked if he should take a day off work to attend a free “Become a Millionaire Speaker or…
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