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Why Audience Clarity Changes Everything

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When you understand who your audience is, five critical things shift: 1. Your Examples Land...
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My Favorite TED Talks from TED2025

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TED2025 brought some incredible talks this year. As the co-founder TEDxChicago, I'm always looking for...
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Why I Do What I Do

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I received this message from a client recently, and honestly, it made my entire week:...
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The Day I Learned What My Clients Really Need

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This photo was taken on one of the hardest days of my parenting life. I...
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Fave 2024 TED Talks

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People always ask me what my favorite TED talks are. That is a LONG list....
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How do I stop saying: “Umm,” “Uhh,” or “You Know?”

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People often ask me, “How do I stop saying umm, uhh, or you know?” Using...
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What should you do if a speaker freezes on stage?

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Picture this: The conference you’ve been working on creating for the last year is finally...
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