Humor goes a long way to make someone like you, and we think there’s no better approach than self-deprecation. If used appropriately, self-deprecating humor has the power to instantly unite speaker and audience for the simple reason that it’s hard to dislike someone who’s just made fun of himself. Here’s our best advice for how to be […]
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The testimony this week will again remind us of the #MeToo moment we’re living in. It’s tragic, it’s pervasive, and the way we communicate about it will have consequences. It seems obvious that you want to speak carefully and factually whenever you’re asked about sexual harassment claims, but HOW and WHEN you say what you say […]
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Networking events often feel like survival of the fittest, because that’s what they are — you either take charge of the room or the room will take charge of you. The good news is there are strategies you can implement to make the most of your next networking event. Turns out, the better you’re able […]
Most people agree that meetings are the worst. They take a lot of time and are rarely an efficient means to communicate past successes or future plans. But what if you viewed your next meeting as a speaking opportunity? We practice, practice, practice for a public speech or presentation, because we want to be compelling […]
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Not to rush the seasons, but we’re already a few days into August and the onslaught of back-to-school everything is very real. That next season (which shall not be named) is right around the corner, and with it comes a renewed sense of preparation and education. To help you jumpstart the learning process, may we […]
The key to your audience’s heart
/in Blog, Featured, Tips & Tricks /by Rachel PhillipsHumor goes a long way to make someone like you, and we think there’s no better approach than self-deprecation. If used appropriately, self-deprecating humor has the power to instantly unite speaker and audience for the simple reason that it’s hard to dislike someone who’s just made fun of himself. Here’s our best advice for how to be […]
How to talk about #metoo
/in Blog, In the News /by Rachel PhillipsThe testimony this week will again remind us of the #MeToo moment we’re living in. It’s tragic, it’s pervasive, and the way we communicate about it will have consequences. It seems obvious that you want to speak carefully and factually whenever you’re asked about sexual harassment claims, but HOW and WHEN you say what you say […]
Conversation Starters: Networking
/in Blog, Tips & Tricks /by Rachel PhillipsNetworking events often feel like survival of the fittest, because that’s what they are — you either take charge of the room or the room will take charge of you. The good news is there are strategies you can implement to make the most of your next networking event. Turns out, the better you’re able […]
How to speak in a staff meeting
/in Blog, Tips & Tricks /by Rachel PhillipsMost people agree that meetings are the worst. They take a lot of time and are rarely an efficient means to communicate past successes or future plans. But what if you viewed your next meeting as a speaking opportunity? We practice, practice, practice for a public speech or presentation, because we want to be compelling […]
Back-to-School SALE!
/in Blog /by Rachel PhillipsNot to rush the seasons, but we’re already a few days into August and the onslaught of back-to-school everything is very real. That next season (which shall not be named) is right around the corner, and with it comes a renewed sense of preparation and education. To help you jumpstart the learning process, may we […]