Icebreakers & energisers
Salem witch trials
I’ve had this saved in a folder for ages, and it seems like a good time to post it.
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Online engagement
Words That Change Minds
I spoke to Shelle Rose Charvet, author of Words that Change Minds, about how to use the language of influence in your one-to-many presentations. Among other things, we discussed: Three motivation patterns: internal & external, Read more…
Remote speaking
How to run an online event with fewer technical problems
Tech tips from George Chiesa Translated and tweaked from his original article on LinkedIn I attended a very good international event today, with speakers and audience from all over the world. However, the transmission had Read more…
Online engagement
Hey, Whipple!
After having this book recommended to me for years, I’m finally reading “Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This” by Luke Sullivan, originally published in 1998. The sub-title is “A guide to creating great advertising” and the third Read more…
The book
‘Unboring’ is out now!
The ebook version of ‘Unboring’ is now available on Amazon worldwide – here’s the UK sales page. I know it’s already been bought in at least three countries (because people have told me). They’ve also Read more…
Online engagement
A lesson from TV
Think about TV chat shows that are recorded in front of a live audience. Presenters such as Ellen Degeneres, Ant & Dec and Graham Norton have this down to a fine art. They are able Read more…
Online engagement
Designing e-learning
I had a thoughtful conversation with Justin Collinge, Director of Leadability. He transforms people development, creating opportunities for L&D departments and independent training companies through blended and digital learning. Among other things, we discussed: The Read more…
Online engagement
The C word
Christmas. It’s coming. On the usual date. 25 December. Yet, every year, it seems to take some people by surprise. I know it’s early to mention it, but now is the time to book your Read more…
Online engagement
Drawing people in (in more ways than one)
I spoke to Dr Penny Pullan, author of Virtual Leadership and Making Workshops Work. Among other things, we discussed: Types of hybrid working Engaging people with visuals Drawing squiggle people How stories keep people ’til Read more…
Remote speaking
Back in the office?
Foil Arms and Hog show what it might be like when meetings are no longer virtual.