In case you missed them, here are the best Deliberate posts from July, August, and September 2024. Organized by topic. Click on a link to read the original post on LinkedIn.
DELIBERATE MESSAGING
Posts on persuasive messages that deliver results:
Book review: Jolt!
Silent spectators on LinkedIn
My favorite founder story delivery example (video)
Poll: How would you describe most conference presentations?
Common High Stakes Pitch Problems:
Not compelling or memorable #2
Not compelling or memorable #3
Not enough time or resources to prepare
Common Message Problems:
Can’t adapt when given less time
Media that matters:
Problem: Low contrast visuals
Slide animation
Make it easy to see your point
DELIBERATE INNOVATION
Most folks know me for my messaging work. But I have an innovation management background too. For me, the two are closely linked: Both should have a specific audience, be centered on the value proposition, and offer proof.
Innovation challenges:
Innovation chaos (amoeba ball)
Scattershot / emergent strategy
What we can learn from historic innovators and innovations:
Henry Ford’s birthday
Panama Canal anniversary
Hoover Dam anniversary
TRAVEL TUESDAYS
Travel tips, tales, and opinions:
Choosing a flight time
Compression socks (sigh)
Smile test at the airport
My hotel room process
Choosing a domestic hotel
Choosing an international hotel or apartment
Story: Diverted to Shreveport
Story: Latte on tap
FAVORITE PEOPLE HIGHLIGHTS
I like sharing amazing people I know with my broader network. If you see someone interesting, send them a connection request on LinkedIn. Or ask me for an introduction.
DELIBERATE / THOUGHTS ON RUNNING A BUSINESS
It’s good to share opportunities, setbacks, and lessons learned while building a business. Here are some of the things I’ve been thinking about lately:
How a recession is likely to impact Deliberate
Measuring ROTI (Return on Training Investment)
Poll: Preferred pricing structure
Building out our digital assets
Baby’s first presentation remote & dry erase marker
Deliberate event photos:
FourBlock Foundation cohort kickoff
IT’S A DATE
Holidays and what I take away from each:
NEED HELP WITH YOUR MESSAGING OR INNOVATION?
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