Showing up and sharing your voice can be scary. It takes courage and trust. I’ve been researching the ways and layers of trust and have found it to be really helpful to see all the ways trust serves - and lack of trust can hurt - our impact and leadership. In this...

In the presentation skills training I facilitate, I’m often asked the question: What do I do if my content is just boring? The truth is, your content can’t be boring or no one will pay attention - it’s just the facts. The good news is - there is no inherently boring...

In the second episode of this two-part series, we cover tips on how to find the RIGHT kind of TEDx event for your goals. I also share essential differences between a TEDx talk and a keynote speech or other kinds of presentation. From how to craft a compelling Big Idea...

There are many awesome ways to share your ideas on stage. That said, there is something special about speaking on a TED or TEDx stage - especially for people who are on a mission to change the world with their message. It makes sense. TED events tend to offer...

Story is magic for creating connection. When you tell a story that shows the people you want to serve that you get what they are experiencing, have been there yourself (or helped another person go through it), and come out the other side, you are a beacon light for...

Why do some people get out in the world big and powerful with their message, and others hold back? In my 15 years working with leaders of businesses, I know for sure that it’s not their credentials, expertise or experience. In fact, I know way too many brilliant,...

Stepping into leadership requires that we make decisions often. Whether it’s when and how to share our ideas so they have the greatest impact or how to respond when someone disagrees with our approach, there are choices to be made at every turn.  Sometimes those...

This time of year can be full of special occasions, sparkly lights and delights, and possibly extra time off. And it may have none of those things for you.  Whether or not you celebrate holidays this time of year, there is a good chance you are thinking about the big...