Legend of Pretty RIcky, don't you say no before they say no

The Legend of Pretty Ricky: Don’t You Say “NO” Before They Say “NO”!

Have you ever turned yourself down before asking for something that you really wanted? For example, you tapped-out before asking for a job, promotion, raise, or a date? In other words, you said “no” before they said “no.” You took yourself out of the game. In the words of the Hall of Fame speaker, Patricia Fripp,”The…

Virtual Training Mistakes

Nine No-No’s of Virtual Presentations

Interested in learning what not to do during your virtual presentations? Virtual training done well can be delightful. Done poorly, it can be disastrous. Darren, Mark & guest host Ed Tate, CSP take a deep dive into 9 NO-NO’s of virtual training and show how to avoid being boring, keep your attendees engaged, and ultimately…

You're a Fortune Teller Testing Your Emotional Reset Button

You’re a Fortune Teller – Testing Your Emotional Reset Button

What if I told you that you could predict the future? Would you believe me? I’ll prove it to you. On New Year’s Eve, what are some behaviors you expect to witness? Fireworks Countdown Alcohol People Singing Badly What about the 4th of July? (Or your country’s birthday, if you are reading this outside of…

Fake Fun! Avoid the Comparison Game!

“Real life is not someone else’s social media highlight reel.” – Nick Huff Our good friends Ryan and Stephanie invited my wife and me to the exclusive Hyde Nightclub at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (photo above). It’s packed! It’s Tuesday night! Did I mention it was Las Vegas? I noticed an unusual pattern. Approximately 15 to…