by Rob Jolles | Feb 10, 2017 | Sales Training
It’s human nature to look at any solution, particularly a premium-priced solution, and balk at its cost. At first glance, who wants to buy a premium-priced product when there’s another one – that costs far less – sitting right next to it? You don’t have to go...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 27, 2017 | Coaching and Mentoring, Sales Training, Self Help
One of my guilty pleasures is leaving the office and having lunches with others. It can be a lunch with a friend or a client; I enjoy good food and good conversation. The other day, I had lunch with someone who was both a friend and a client. I noticed something...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 13, 2017 | Public Speaking, success
I respect anyone who meticulously prepares to do the very best he, or she, can, no matter what the task. I certainly expect that same preparation from my doctor, my lawyer, my accountant, and the many other people I count on. I also expect that same level of...
by Rob Jolles | Dec 16, 2016 | Public Speaking
It seems like such a simple matter. You’ve been scheduled to deliver a short presentation, perhaps a keynote. As with every presentation you deliver, a lot is riding on this one. In your mind, you’ve prepared in every way imaginable. Your checklist looks something...
by Rob Jolles | Dec 2, 2016 | Coaching and Mentoring, Motivation, Public Speaking, Self Help
No matter how talented one may appear, every presenter typically has a few habits he or she is trying to break. I’m referring to the habits that just don’t seem to want to go away, such as body rocking, pen twisting, lectern clutching, or the dreaded “umm and ah”...