"If you're really lucky, you grow up and get paid for what got you into trouble when you were a child."Stories have always played an important role in my life and career. One of my earliest memories is being reprimanded for talking too much and "telling stories out of school" about my family to neighbors, teachers and pretty much anyone else who would listen.Today, I coach individuals on every aspect of effective presentations: from selecting the right topic, analyzing each audience, creating an easy to follow framework, to honing delivery skills. Incorporating the art of storytelling into business presentations and conversations has become my signature work. Frequently requested topics include - Unleash Your Inner Storytelller: Business Stories That Get Results- Getting Your Message Across: Content and Delivery - Tips for Powerful Presentations- The White Knuckled Speaker: Tips for Minimizing Presentation Nervousness- Why Don't You Say A Few Words? Tips for the Impromptu Speaker Believing that the most effective stories come from personal and professional experiences, I encourage my clients to speak in their own voices as they identify, craft and tell stories to advance their careers and build their businesses. After all, if you don't tell your story, who will?