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The 3-letter-word that’ll ALWAYS help you paint a clear picture for your audience

Welcome back to Part II of this month’s 2020 Vision series. Last week we talked about goals and getting clear on which skills YOU need to develop this year to tackle all your to-dos in less time with less stress. Missed it? Snag that free goal-setting worksheet here. TODAY, I’m breaking down the #1 secret to…

Inside a client session: How to get the info you need without defending your competence

Ever feel defensive when someone tells you you’re not doing something correctly? Especially when you’re new to the game or to a particular challenge and you’re trying really hard to figure it out? Or how about when you’re making an argument, and someone starts poking all sorts of holes in it? Is your impulse to…

What to do when people tune out or look skeptical when you’re talking to them

Earlier this week, I was asked a VERY important (and common!) question: “What do you do when you’re talking to people and it seems like they’re tuning out or just not picking up what you’re putting down?” Have you ever experienced this? Or wondered what to do about it? If so, you’re not alone (I’m…

Want To Make Your Message More Inspiring? Use This Simple Technique.

Have you ever struggled to phrase things in a way that really inspires people? Be it your colleagues, potential customers, or an audience eager to learn from you? While there’s no one-size-fits-all method for putting together an inspirational message, there is some compelling science behind the kind of language that motivates people to act. In…

How to memorize your presentation (or really, anything!) without memorizing the lines

Preparing to give a presentation can feel a lot like pulling teeth. And while memorizing your lines might seem like the only way not to f*ck it up… It’s not! Listen to this week’s audio post to learn how to: Memorize the flow of your talk (or really, anything!) in a much more efficient and…

The smart thing to do when you feel stupid – and how to get help that’s actually helpful!

This week, I’ve been feeling particularly uneasy. On Monday I woke up feeling amazing, like I could do anything. But by the end of the day on Tuesday, I felt like a total fraud. So I called one of my best friends to check in. “Stein, I feel like I’m all over the place. One…

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How would the people who know you best describe you?(Required)

You’re very in tune with yourself and those around you. You’re super empathetic and wise. You’re both supportive and assertive— a natural leader and partner.

You tell it like it is and never beat around the bush. You’re logical, analytical, and you’re exceptional at learning things quickly.

You are sensitive, creative and one-of-a-kind. You have a knack for challenging people to “zoom out” and see the big picture while simultaneously challenging the status quo.

You’re perceptive, quick-witted, incredibly caring, and love to make others laugh. You’re always keeping things fun and interesting because you, yourself, hate feeling bored.

Which GIF describes how you usually feel just before a high stakes situation, like presenting to an important group?(Required)

Which GIF describes how you WANT to feel just before a nerve-wracking conversation or presentation?(Required)

You have an idea for how to solve an issue your team has been dealing with. What’s holding you back from sharing it?(Required)

I know this is a solid idea, but I’m worried it will be written off as “unrealistic.”

I want to look at all our data first. I don’t wanna propose a solution if it’s half-baked, that’d be a waste of everyone’s time...

I need to think of a clever way to pitch this, so that people are genuinely excited about the idea.

I’m worried I might step on some toes or offend people by proposing this.

Think of your current professional goal—maybe you want to lock in a promotion, land a job that’s more aligned with your values, or grow your own thriving business! Which of the following “tracks” is playing on a loop in your mind?(Required)

The vision in my head is crystal clear, but I'm worried that I don't have the time or influence to achieve it in the way I'd like to.

I know I have what it takes, but I’m afraid that I won’t be able to articulate myself clearly enough on the fly to convince people of my credibility.

I need to research and prepare more. If I don’t have everything mapped out, I’ll open myself up to unnecessary risk.

If I go for this, I’d really be putting myself out there and I’m afraid I won’t be taken seriously.

Which frustrating piece of feedback have you received about your communication?(Required)

“You seem nervous - try to own what you’re saying more.”

“You’re getting stuck in the weeds - help us understand why this is important in the grand scheme of things.”

“You seem stiff— can you ditch the script and trust that you know what you’re talking about?”

“Your delivery feels scattered and “rambly,” which makes it hard to track your core message.”

What do you want to be *known for* professionally?(Required)

I want to be known for empowering people and creating a safe space for them to be true to who they are.

I want to be known for driving innovation and inspiring people to work toward a common purpose.

I want to be known as a go-to source for clear, reliable information—someone who’s adept at keeping everyone on-track and in-the-know.

I want to be known for lifting people’s spirits and making our work together something we’re all excited (rather than obligated) to do.

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