Engaging Gameplay Mechanics Simple Yet Addictive Mechanics One of the primary reasons some online games become cultural phenomena is their engaging gameplay mechanics. Many successful
Avoid paralysis by analysis Paralysis by analysis refers to a situation where overthinking and excessive data gathering delay or prevent decision-making. It occurs when
Overview of VR Fitness Games VR fitness games are innovative applications that combine virtual reality technology with physical exercise, creating a unique environment where users
Understanding Micro-Investing Definition of Micro-Investing Micro-investing is a method of investing that allows individuals to invest small amounts of money, often as little as a
Understanding Stocks and Bonds Definition and Characteristics of Stocks Stocks represent ownership in a company. When you purchase a stock, you buy a small piece
If you worked anywhere where there was machinery, or equipment or appliances and one of them did not work properly, what would you do? You’d
Here’s the Thing…. about non-verbal communication If you haven’t watched “Wednesday” yet, put it on your priority list, because Thing can teach you a lot
What’s your pitching pigeonhole? What’s your pigeonhole? Everyone has one or should have one. We can’t help but put people in a ‘pigeonhole’ as
The V – O – M – I – T METHOD works when you’re short of time to prepare your presentation Is it lumpy and
What should you wear to impress when speaking? I did a keynote this week where the audience was mainly retired people. The difference between the
What happens when a motion to lie on the table is moved on an amendment This is a tricky issue and thankfully does not occur
How do i type the minutes in the most efficient way Use a laptop at the meeting to take the minutes as the meeting is
How long after a meeting should minutes be sent out This is one of the most common questions I receive. The answer is simple and
Point-of-order-what-why-when-and-how A point of order is a tool, which is used to draw attention to a breach in rules, an irregularity in procedure, the irrelevance
En bloc – what does it mean? En bloc simply means “as a whole”. It’s a really useful tool for many types of meetings. Here’s
Are your bylaws or standing orders contradictory? Sometimes the standing orders or bylaws may unintentionally contradict each other within an organisation. Example A
Techie tips when presenting at a virtual conference Have you ever attended a virtual conference where you weren’t sure what the speaker looked
Warning signs you’ve got a thief on your committee or board First up – context and credibility – why listen to what I’ve got to
Characteristics of people who chair a meeting well Decisive leaders are respected and admired. If a meeting goes round and round without a decision it
How to be ready to say yes to speaking opportunities In life the ability to communicate clearly is essential. And the ability to speak
How an impartial external chair manages difficult situations in challenging meetings  Ever been in a situation where a very insistent person does not agree with
Whose job is it to organise all your meetings? I can write about how to have better meetings until the cows come home. But
Are you brave enough to challenge the meeting status quo?  I was speaking with an exasperated client this week about her biggest frustrations. Meetings
How informal meetings can benefit from some formal procedures If you’re frustrated because your meetings are too long, too many, and decisions aren’t being
Are you brave enough to challenge the meeting status quo?  It takes courage to decline a meeting request I was speaking with an exasperated
How informal meetings can benefit from some more formal processes If you’re frustrated because your meetings are too long, too many, and decisions aren’t being
Consensus decision making has a sting in the tail Caution – Consensus decision making isn’t necessarily the way to go. Recently I worked with a
The Quest went to City of Vincent City of Vincent. This was their first full meeting since the election with 3 new councillors who were
The Quest continues The Quest continues. Now that the local government elections have been held and the new councillors are in place, I am picking
Misinformation and Disinformation Why the difference between misinformation and disinformation in meetings matters The meaning of misinformation is often merged with that of disinformation, but they are
Every time you speak or lead a meeting your leadership skills are on show.
With his broad skillset as a high-level presentation skills coach, meetings advisor and impartial chair, professional strategic planning facilitator and motivational speaker David builds stronger leaders.
He gives current and emerging leaders the skills and confidence to own the room whenever they speak.
Every time you speak or lead a meeting your leadership skills are on show.
With his broad skillset as a high-level presentation skills coach, meetings advisor and impartial chair, professional strategic planning facilitator and motivational speaker David builds stronger leaders.
He gives current and emerging leaders the skills and confidence to own the room whenever they speak.
