![]() So we had to learn a new language, new platforms, and the skills to help advise our clients, both speakers and event planners, on how to make the best of these new communication tools. Suddenly Zoom was everywhere, along with new virtual platforms. Virtual presentation skills pre-pandemic most of our client meetings and events were in person, or meetings by phone and email. What one NEW skill, practice or quality have you developed since the beginning of the pandemic that you did not have before? Doesn’t happen every day but I try for at least once a week.Ģ. Buds are something I’m looking forward to in the near future. Thorns are the tough things that happened. Roses are either a big highlight or small win. Journaling helps you see the challenges you’ve overcome and the possibilities for the future, while also acknowledging what is. I started a journal to make quick bullet points on Roses, Buds and Thorns. Of course, the speaking and event industry was devastated by the pandemic, thankfully, NSB and other speakers shifted to virtual deliveries, I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I did!ġ.What is a daily ritual you have done to stay focused/grounded throughout the pandemic? Her team at National Speakers Bureau, here in Canada, have been on my side since day one – and has given me opportunities I wouldn’t have had. From that point on Theresa has been a guide and mentor to me. After the session, she said to me, yes, we will take you on. Theresa took time out of her schedule, came down to the venue, and sat through 1.5 hours of my speaking and facilitating a session with a group. ![]() I’d facilitated sessions and spoken to groups of all sizes for over 20 years, yet I hadn’t become a keynote speaker on larger stages. Over 8 years ago, a former colleague invited Theresa to come and see me speak to a small group. Theresa Beenken – CEO, National Speakers Bureau This series has been so successful, we haven’t stopped at 5 leaders – we are now at 7 leaders! Thanks for your feedback on this section – we will keep it in for the rest of the year. How to Lead and Work through the Pandemic 5 Leaders… 5 Questions In this short clip from a recent virtual event I spoke at, I share how our brain can help or hinder us when it comes to navigating the future – AND you’ll get a quick tip on how to create the future easily! (Something you could practice this summer, so you’re set up for the fall!) It’s summer where I live, and I’m looking forward to some downtime after a busy year, as I’m sure many of you are! A Simple Mind Hack: Change Your Language. Warm, summer greetings to you – as we finish off July!
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