4 Tips for speaking from a podium or lecturn

The podium can be an intimidating place. Even seasoned public speakers feel anxious when standing in front of a microphone. This is natural. Connecting with your listeners is hard work, and now you have to contend with a big, intimidating box being placed between you and your audience. Read more

What the “roach coach” has to do with YOUR brand – how to listen to your customers

The industrial strength “roach coach” is a mini restaurant on wheels. Previously confined to construction sites and garages, now the roach coach prowls office parks offering office personnel a fried breakfast and lunch. Read more

How to get hired and paid three times more

Looking through some holiday photos and festive occasions that included eggnog reminded me of a story that demonstrated the importance of paying a premium for a perfect hire. It all started when my wife, Katrina, came down with a cold. I think I may have mentioned before that we are from the Midwest, where part of every cold remedy includes food. Read more