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I applied to speak at TEDx Canmore. It’s running on October 25th and I figured this was as good a chance as any to put my public speaking skills to the test at the speaking event I admire most. My 12 year old son applied as well. I was excited for him and, frankly, impressed […]
Your company probably spends a pile of money on designing logos, marketing materials and packaging that are consistent with its brand. Your company likely has a budget to train staff so they deliver a consistent experience for everyone who comes into contact with you. I work with a lot of companies that do this. But […]
I love this video and not because the presenter is slick, polished and perfect. I love it because the presenter is passionate, engaging and fun. He’s even a bit nervous and that’s okay because audiences will find this endearing if they’re being told a great story. I have so many clients who struggle with nerves […]
Prezzip So excited about this…;here are some interesting templates for Prezi, including separate elements that are animated. Have fun!
“The importance of an idea is often judged by the fluency (and emotional charge) with which that idea comes to mind.” – Daniel Kahneman, Thinking, Fast and Slow
Last month, in the U.S., the battle over SOPA happened. Wikipedia and Google launched dramatic campaigns against the bill and, convinced of their rectitude, I sided with them. This month, in Canada, our government is proposing an online surveillance bill that will give police unfettered access to our online activities. The Canadian government is framing […]
In my experience most presenters dread Question & Answer period because they feel they are being grilled, put on the hot seat, or challenged. The truth is a lively Q&A is the best indicator you’ve engaged your audience, given them something to think about and persuaded them that your idea is worthy of discussion. So […]
A terrific visual story that conveys highly technical information in a simple and compelling way. I’m not crazy about the overly dramatic headline – it’s not truthful in my opinion – but the information below the headline is a great example of telling a technical story without boring your audience. Here’s a link if you […]