Archive for the ‘face to face’ Category

To Speak or Not to Speak

Thursday, August 6th, 2015

To Speak or Not to Speak. Is that a question? A successful volley in tennis or ping-pong provides great pleasure to the players. In a successful volley no one player is trying to outplay, outmaneuver or outsmart the other player. Each is receptive to the other. A successful volley is about mutual respect and collaboration. […]

Are Selling and Pitching The Same?

Friday, July 24th, 2015

Whether you’re pitching or selling — there’s no difference for me — there are four skills you need to conquer. The use of mind – voice – body – media. It’s what I call the “whole body” presentation. Dump PowerPointless.

Why You Should Know Your Audience

Friday, July 17th, 2015

Know who your audience is and who comprises it before you open your mouth to speak.

With all our devices we are missing a human connection

Thursday, July 9th, 2015

“The only thing more powerful than a big idea is your ability to effectively communicate/sell that idea to others.”

Sophisticated Social Media is 2500 Years Old

Tuesday, July 7th, 2015

Ever give a firm handshake on LinkedIn? Ever give a firm handshake on Facebook? Ever give a firm handshake on a conference call? Sophisticated Social Media is 2500 years old. Social media is critical to every person. Social media is necessary to build trust and respect with your audience be it one or one thousand. […]