[Image by cripi of Pixabay] Everyone makes mistakes; after all, it’s part of the human condition. In fact, we often learn from our mistakes. Some mistakes or errors are more common than others and should be avoided. If we anticipate potential errors we can usually work around them. Let me give you five examples which … Read More
Goal-Setting
Present the Unexpected
[Image by johnhain of Pixabay] As a speaker, it would be great if listeners said or thought to themselves… “That was beyond belief. Truly amazing.” What they would be referring to is the speaker who presents the unexpected vs. the expected. In fact, the expected is quite common and often is the downfall for many … Read More
Business Person vs. Business Leader
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] What is the difference between a business person vs. a business leader? The secret to the difference is one important distinction—how one communicates. Let’s reveal what some others may think about how we come across. I don’t have a clue what the point is! Always ensure you have a … Read More
Are you an Exceptional Exhibitor?
[Image by Gerd Altmann] Many folks think they know how to exhibit; maybe they do and maybe they don’t. They believe it’s all about small talk. Well, it is however, in my experience, small talk leads to big business. Being an exceptional exhibitor involves three distinct phases which include: Phase 1: Your plan before the … Read More
Reflect, Review…& (tune in next week for part 2)
[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] You may be a professional public speaker or perhaps aspire to become one. One of the key aspects that all of my public speaking clients know is the importance of two skills which are reflect and review. (Next week I’ll address the third “R” so please be sure to … Read More