Mediocrity and the Fire in Your Belly
Here’s what I believe: Leadership is a choice we make. Some of us make it easily and early – as if we’ve always known it’s what we’d do and be. Maybe it’s upbringing, temperament – who knows. But then there’s the rest of us. Those of us who never saw ourselves as...How to organize your speech so your audience stays with you the whole time
I’m sure you’ve heard people say things like, “I’m a much better speaker when I just speak off the cuff. Preparation makes me more boring.” Maybe you’ve even said this yourself. No shame in that – I get where it comes from. Sometimes the anxiety during...How to Plan Your Presentation Slides (while sitting poolside, if you like)
PowerPoint gets a bad rap. The truth is, slides can be a really awesome addition to your speech. IF they are used effectively, as the assistant they are meant to be in your presentation. The first and most fundamental rule of creating presentation slides is this: Step...What is a Thought Leadership Speech (and Why We Love TED Talks)
I could spend hours on TED.com. In fact, I have spent hours watching TED Talks. Blissful, mesmerized, thrilling unplanned hours. Maybe you have, too. Clearly we are not alone. The 20 Most Popular TED Talks of All Time each have many MILLIONS of views. Forgive me for...Five Questions I Am Often Asked About Speaking – And Their Answers
When I share that I am a speaking coach, it usually surprises people. Many times the person I’m talking with has never actually met a speaking coach. The cool thing about this is that novelty seems to inspire rich conversations. I love to ask people what they would...Meet Michelle
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