by Rob Jolles | Jan 10, 2025 | Self Help
Early in life, we start to hear people tell us that we need to communicate with confidence. Sounds simple enough, but if it’s that simple, why does it remain a stumbling block for so many of us? It requires a whole lot more than reminders or criticism. Having...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 1, 2025 | Motivation
I’m a New Year’s Eve man. No doubt about it, and I’m not ashamed to admit it. What can you say about New Years Eve that isn’t positive? Christmas is a wonderful holiday, but not everyone celebrates Christmas. The same could be said for Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Hanukah,...
by Rob Jolles | Dec 13, 2024 | Public Speaking, Sales Training
One of the hottest topics in selling, or professional speaking, is story telling. After all, when you tell a good story, you can make your key point more memorable. As a matter of fact, it’s over twenty times more memorable than just presenting facts! What’s more, a...
by Rob Jolles | Nov 29, 2024 | Public Speaking
Let me set the scene for you: You’ve been asked to speak at a particular function. Before you speak, you are approached by a willing participant who has been tasked with introducing you. This person seems eager to do a great job, and tells you, “I’ve got it...
by Rob Jolles | Nov 15, 2024 | Public Speaking
How to Handle Incorrect Answers During Presentations I’ve preached the following words for years: When you’re having a conversation with someone, the more the other person speaks, the more trust they’ll have in you. This is also true of an audience, and the best way...
