Speakers, beware of an email that starts with this... Name: Mark Jarrow Email: bishopjarrow@gmail.com Dept: Support Blessings to you from Jarrow, Leesa, I am Bishop Mark Jarrow, presiding Minister of the Saint Paul's Church, Jarrow, United Kingdom. We are pleased to inform you that we would like to engage you for a speaking event here in Jarrow at the Church conference coming up on the 17th, 18th & 19th of February 2012. The conference is tagged: 'Big things: How to start … [Read more...]
Saint Paul’s Church, Jarrow, UK Speaking Scam (I Was Almost a Victim)
January 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Why Science Fiction Actors Are So Special and Unique
January 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
It takes a special actor to star in science fiction films and television shows. That's why it's no accident that if an actor has starred in one sci fi show, they show up in others. For example, the actor who played Dr. Phlox on Star Trek: Enterprise showed up in Stargate Atlantis (the actor, John Billingsley was also the undead vice-president's brother in Prison Break, so some sci fi actors are able to break into other genres). Just over the weekend, I watched the campy Starship Troopers. … [Read more...]
Infographic: Storytelling vs. Corporate Speak
January 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I love infographics. If I could share all my stories as an infographic, I would. And here's a really cool infographic that shows the difference between storytelling and corporate speak. As you move forward in incorporating more of your stories into your brand, try to use what's on the left of the infographic below instead of what's on the right. … [Read more...]
O Holy Nightmare
December 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I love Christmas. Absolutely love it. So, why not enjoy it with all the pomp, circumstance and humour that comes along with this joyous holiday season? With that said, I share with you one of my all time favourite Christmas caroles - O Holy Night. Or in this case, O Holy Nightmare. Play the video below to see what I mean. (if you're reading this post through email, click here for the video) … [Read more...]
What I Learned From Canada’s Got Talent Auditions, Part 2
December 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Last weekend, I attended the Canada’s Got Talent auditions held in Toronto. I normally wouldn’t even bother, but I had a hook up on tickets and the person who had them was quite persuasive that I attend. It was a 4-hour event and overall, I’m glad I went. It helped me to drum up some blog posts about my experience. Of course, none of my blog posts contain any spoilers, so I’ll instead focus on the business application of the auditions. In Part 1, I shared the 5 powerful things I … [Read more...]
What I Learned From Canada’s Got Talent Auditions, Part 1
December 12, 2011 By 2 Comments
Last weekend, I attended the Canada's Got Talent auditions held in Toronto. I normally wouldn't even bother, but I had a hook up on tickets and the person who had them was quite persuasive that I attend. It was a 4-hour event and overall, I'm glad I went. It helped me to drum up some blog posts about my experience. Of course, none of my blog posts contain any spoilers, so I'll instead focus on the business application of the auditions. What I saw was more than just auditions. Each … [Read more...]
People Don’t Buy What You Do, They Buy Why You Do It
December 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I've been on this Simon Sinek bandwagon over the past 3-weeks ever since my friend, Lynn Pearce suggested I read his book Start With Why. I was sharing with her all the things I find wrong with internet marketing and Lynn strongly suggested I get Simon's book. I stumbled upon his TEDTalk in which Simon makes some powerful points about what motivates people to buy. I grabbed the talk from my friend Tina Forsyth's blog and sharing it below (thanks Tina). My only gripe (and this is what I … [Read more...]
Why Your Odd, Bizarre and Strange Story Will Bless Others
November 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A couple weeks ago, I was in New York city. The last time I was there, the Twin Towers still stood. So it was fitting that on 11-11-11, I would visit the spot that changed so much for so many. I took the R train from the place I was staying in midtown Manhanttan to Ground Zero (it's hopelessly easy to take the subway in New York - I truly don't understand how anyone can get lost). As I emerged from the subway, I looked up to see the new Freedom Tower being built on the spot where the two … [Read more...]
Why These Business Cards are Memorable
November 23, 2011 By 4 Comments
I once heard a billionaire at an event tell people that if you include a photo on your card, you're an idiot. Well, she didn't say idiot, but she did say enough to make my virtual assistant hide her business cards - which had her picture on it - deep into her luggage. How selfish. Business cards, just like your overall brand, must fit your story. If you're verbose and flamboyant, then put together a fold-up card. I've met people who have given me business cards that fold out into a … [Read more...]
6 Sources You Can Pull From to Avoid Inventing Stories
November 21, 2011 By 2 Comments
James Frey duped the world. In 2005, Oprah Winfrey selected his book, A Million Little Pieces, as part of her book club. And everyone knows that when Oprah chooses a book, it becomes a bestseller. Imagine everyone's surprise when just a few months later, James sat on Oprah's couch admitting to the world that most of the stories in his book had been fabricated. Stories are powerful. And using them to connect with prospects helps you stand out. However, making them up and passing them … [Read more...]
