How can you deliver stories that pack an emotional punch…even if the story is simple, with only a few characters, and is fewer than 20 seconds long? Darren and Mark break down one of Darren’s shortest stories using the STORYTELLING DIAGRAM, showing how the combination of the setup, the characters, and the emotional shifts, can…
Perhaps you’ve seen them; the presenters who wander aimlessly back and forth across the stage. Or those for whom EVERY talk is like a Ted talk because they’re rooted to an invisible red dot, regardless of the size of the platform. Today Darren and Mark reveal the truth…that the stage is not just a ‘speaking…
How do you create a classic presentation, break down the tensions that exist between audience and presenter, appeal to various learning styles, give your audience a participatory experience, and generate business…ALL AT THE SAME TIME? In a conversation with Darren and Mark, Ed Tate unpacks the results-based techniques that he has used successfully for two…
What are some of the most memorable ‘AHAs’ that, when applied, can transform any presentation? Listen as Darren and Mark discuss seven of the most meaningful eye-openers that they learned, and now teach, born from a combined 50 years of professional speaking. These are the GAME CHANGERS that altered the trajectory of their careers, GAME…
How do you stand out on the platform, whether you’re one of 30,000 competitors with a dream of winning the World Championship of Public Speaking, a corporate presenter, a pastor, attorney, educator or TEDx speaker? Co-hosts 2001 Champ Darren LaCroix, and his coach, 1995 Champ Mark Brown, unpack 9 DOs & 9 DON’Ts that will…
It’s not what you think. You’ll probably be surprised. No, it’s not your amazing opening, your signature story, your dazzling slides and infographics, or your challenging call to action. It really isn’t ‘YOUR’ anything! It belongs to your AUDIENCE! Darren and Mark explore the significance of the thought process in the minds of the people…
What does it take to own the stage with energy as high as Mt. Everest, and lie face down on the platform, in a shocking pink dress, and sneakers? It takes a supreme level of confidence, extreme comfort in your own uniqueness, and a commitment to being fully YOURSELF. Darren and Mark sit down with…
many speakers offer…the Q & A session. Suddenly, attendees start to fidget, some start to pack their things, and others head for the door. But you’re not done! That’s NOT what you expected. Now what? Grab your preferred note-taking device and listen as Darren and Mark break down the “Dos and Don’ts” of a successful…
How can you GUARANTEE that your audience won’t get lost as you deliver your message? That’s the sexy, yet unsexy part of presentation preparation. Lean in as Darren and Mark break down the ‘what and the why’ of good speech STRUCTURE, and give you a road map that will lead your audiences to your prescribed…
Amateur mechanic at the tender age of 8. First-time pro basketballer at the ancient age of 25. NBA All-Star at 32. Now, entrepreneur, author, media personality, and sought-after Certified Speaking professional. How does one accomplish all this? Darren & Mark chat with the amazing Mark Eaton about his COMMITMENT to excellence and the daily steps…
So you want a new keynote, a ‘sexier’ presentation, the perfect story, to find the funny, or better platform technique. You need a SPEAKER COACH! With myriad choices available, who is best for YOU? Darren and Mark discuss their experiences as both coach and client, and give solid advice for finding the perfect partner to…
How should you MENTALLY prepare for the platform? What should you do 2 months before, 2 days before, and 2 minutes before your presentation? Mark and Darren break down the preparation process and reveal specific, critical action steps that will position you to take the platform worry-free and fully focused…ready to deliver your UNFORGETTABLE PRESENTATION!