Ep. 34. When the questions get tough, the tough get prepared
This episode, why debate prep and media prep should be tough on a leader… and how it too often isn’t.
Ep. 33. Cue the theatrics! What speakers (and speechwriters) can learn from actors
What does acting have to do with authenticity? More than you might think. This episode, we look at how the tools actors bring to their most compelling performances can help you connect with your audience.
Ep. 32. Getting started in speechwriting
There’s no well-worn, signposted career path to being a speechwriter. That’s the bad news. The good news? There are plenty of other paths in. This episode, we look at how to break into speechwriting — and some lessons from my own first big break.
Ep. 31. Sorry seems to be the hardest word: delivering a great apology
In today’s episode, we look at why it’s worth apologizing… how some people screw it up… and how to deliver an apology that brings some genuine closure.
