Dear CEO, How are you? I imagine you’d be pretty happy at the moment (although it’s difficult to tell). Just thought I’d write and let you know about a slight problem that you might be unaware of. OK, this is tricky. Here we go: well… you’re boring us when you speak. Sorry, you’re just so […]
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On Monday (May 14th) I did a five-minute spot at the Comedy Store in London for the charity Games Aid. I found it unsettling, exciting and filled with a level of pressure which I haven’t experienced for a long time. I’m still processing the whole experience, but here’s my preparation process for you, plus a few
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‘But Jon, I want to actually be confident.’ For your audience, apparent confidence is all that matters, whether it’s genuine or not. And here’s how you do it: Prepare properly. This could be a rehearsing presentation or pitch, creating a well-researched meeting agenda or making thorough notes for a phone call. It might seem like a waste of
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Hi Reader, Here are a few pointers for an effective email: Get to the point. Keep it simple. Keep it short. Regards, Jon. P.S. That introductory line had better sum up the point of the email. The more vague you are, the more likely your reader is to skim the email or skip it entirely. Email
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‘Storytelling’ can feel like something for children, but in fact, everyone loves a good story, and they can be the best way to create good material for your pitch or presentation. The best stories usually contain these elements: Relatable characters. Peril/problems/drama. A satisfying conclusion. Here’s how you might do it: Relatable Characters Define your team:
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