Have you ever been out to eat, asked your server for a recommendation and had him describe a dish in such vivid detail you could almost taste it? Oozing with anticipation, you confidently close the menu (with your mind made up) and excitedly ask him, “How do you like yours prepared?” Looking as if… read more
20 Is The New 60
Some of you are reading this article because you hope I made a mistake and the correct title should be 60 is the new 20. Although I applaud your effort to cling to your youth, unfortunately I’m not going to reveal an anti-aging potion to magically take 40 years off your life. However, I invite… read more
Memorization vs. Internalization
If you ask ten people who fear public speaking what they fear most, I bet my left arm that eight out of ten would respond with some variation of, “I fear drawing a blank and bombing in front of my peers.” It’s no secret that public memory lapse is considered by most people to be… read more
Why You Should Keep An Eye On Your Eyes!
Do you remember how if felt to get “the look” from your parents? That look is a stark, nonverbal reminder (or threat) that you are outside the confines of what is deemed appropriate behavior. How is it possible for two people to lock eyes and say so much without uttering a word? Behavioral studies conducted… read more
3 Ways To Connect With Every Audience Every Time
Have you ever stepped onto an elevator, locked eyes with a complete stranger and instantly felt something? Whether you felt attracted, afraid, comfortable, or even threatened, your feeling was undoubtedly brought on by a causal connection. Defining connection is as elusive as grabbing a hand full of wind. If you’ve ever uttered the phrase, “I… read more
