How to Use Humor Effectively in Presentations
A little humor goes a long way. Use it wisely. It’s more important to be genuine than jocular. “Start with a joke,” is one of the most poorly framed, and […]
Author: Giovanna Duke
To Present Like a Pro, Talk Like a Teenager
Sometimes when communicating, we can be our own biggest obstacle to being effective. We try to look smart by making things seem more complicated than they really are. It’s hard […]
Give ‘Em a Break to Keep ‘Em Awake
Tips for keeping your audience engaged during a long presentation or training session. Think of each presentation you deliver as a commitment to your audience. You have certain content they […]
Managing and Rethinking Stress for Yourself and Your Team
Six Deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan and a Few Years in Tulsa – Lessons on Stress from the Front Lines Stress comes at us every day from many angles but […]
Don’t ‘Fake It ‘til You Make It’ —Speak Boldly About What You Know
You’re in your first year on the job as a new analyst, accountant, lawyer, consultant, engineer, or salesperson. You’ve been drinking from a fire hose for months, trying to understand […]
Assumptions That Might Help in Turbulent Times
When the world and the workplace seem fraught with negativity and a lack of trust, here are some assumptions that might help you maintain your sanity and your grounding. I […]
To Communicate Effectively, Marry the What to the Why
Your ideas will gain traction through the organization if they’re focused on the motivations for team members in different functions and at various levels of seniority. As leaders, when we […]
Presence in the Office – 5 Ways to Inspire Colleagues to Trek to the Office
Demanding a certain level of presence in the office for your employees is like insisting on loyalty from your followers. The only leaders who insist on loyalty are those who […]