Human is the New Black
Black has long been considered the most versatile, enduring and universally flattering color. It works in any season, on any person, and for almost any occasion. Just like the little black dress or a perfectly tailored black suit, the human element in the workplace never goes out of style. Trends change, technology evolves, but what connects us: empathy, presence and understanding, is always in, even in a tech-fueled, AI-charged world. Over the past couple of decades, organiz
Elevate: Turn Your Message Into a Moment
Imagine walking into a room full of colleagues or clients. You’ve prepared your points, organized your thoughts, and rehearsed your delivery. You’re ready. But then something shifts. Instead of simply sharing information, you tell a story from your own experience: a challenge you overcame, a lesson learned, a moment of insight. Suddenly, heads lean in, eyes light up and what you say isn’t just heard…it resonates. That’s Elevate , the “E” in the SPEAC Framework™ . It’s the ste
AI vs. Human: Who Owns the Future of Work?
We talk a lot about AI these days, and for good reason. It’s everywhere, and its adoption is growing fast. One place AI is rapidly...
Throw Out The Rulebook
What if I mess up? What if I forget a word? What if...[fill in the blank]? I hear it almost daily. The doubts and fears associated...
Want to Be a Better Speaker? Start With a Story.
Ever sat through a presentation packed with charts and bullet points, only to forget everything five minutes later? You’re not alone. The...
The Power of Preparation: The Second Step in SPEAC Success
When it comes to speaking, most people think preparation means memorizing every line of a speech. But that’s not true preparation. Real...
Why Your Talks Aren't Converting (and what to do about it)
Most people think their talks aren’t converting because they need more information……a better slide deck…another data point…one more great tip.
But that’s not the problem.
The real reason your audience isn’t taking action is because they don’t feel anything.
Start Before You’re Ready: The Truth About Fear
For years, I’ve wanted to land on the SXSW stage. And for years, I heard that little voice in my head asking if I was good enough, if I...
No notes? No problem! The technique that makes speaking without notes easier than sticking to a script
People often ask me how I present without notes and immediately follow it up with, “I could never do that.” If that’s you, I get it. The...
The Power of Strategy: The First Step in SPEAC Success
When it comes to speaking, most people think the key to success is all about delivery — the energy, the body language, the vocal power....
