Tell me if you're even the least bit surprised by this: Study after study shows that a growing majority of Americans suffer from stress. ...Not even a little shocked, am I right? Do you ever feel like stress is your constant state of being? Like you've got resting stressed face?

Nerves can be so sneaky, can't they? They hijack your excitement and turn your brain into a scramble. It's no wonder why you would avoid speaking opportunities - even great ones - to avoid feeling nervous. Why would you go out of your way to suffer, am I right?!

Don't let anyone fool you into thinking some people just have that it factor. Most of the time, that unidentified quality in a great speaker, a phenomenal singer, or a captivating actor, is really just a reflection of one thing.

Nervous energy is a messenger, not a verdict. Sometimes the message is ‘go toward this.’ You're scared because it matters to you. And sometimes the message is 'get out — this isn't serving you.' You're anxious because the situation is toxic. Learning to tell the difference? That's everything.

Have you ever met someone who sounds unsure of even the most basic facts? “Hi, I’m Ben? I’m from Chicago? I’m in cancer research?” There’s a word for this kind of speech pattern – it’s called upspeak. Upspeak is very common, so if you find yourself relating to Ben, you are not alone!

Whoever thought up the word “networking” should give me a call, because I have some questions for them. Like, “Why?” And, “Really?” I can't think of anything less inspiring or motivating than the word “networking.”

For most people, interviewing is nerve-wracking. We so badly want to say and do the right things to secure the results we want. It’s crucial we appear confident, professional, present, and able to articulate our experiences and visions. However, becoming consumed by fears of what others may think of us is not helpful or fun.

Knowing what you don't want is helpful, but knowing what you want is a game changer.

It's clear that virtual meetings are here to stay. So…here are 5 ways to look your best on Zoom.💻 (…or on Teams, Meet, or whatever virtual platform you prefer!)

What if slides in the office could feel more like….slides on the playground? What if you could create a slide deck that generates anticipation, momentum, and delight? Here are 5 tips to help you!