Dec 25, 2025
Our stories are more vivid when we embody the characters, and today, Mark and Darren explore simple yet effective ways to embody characters physically. With these techniques, characters are easily identifiable without a word.
SNIPPETS:
• Use their gait and walk as the character would walk
• Identify and...
Dec 18, 2025
It’s always helpful to know your audience’s pain points. However, your pain points can be an avenue to building a relationship with them.
Today, Darren and Mark share how to do just that, with ideas that can help you be unforgettable.
SNIPPETS:
• Explore your pain points
• Pain points are...
Dec 12, 2025
Once in a while, an audience is less emotive than most, leaving a speaker to wonder, “Are they listening?”
Mark and Darren discuss that question today while providing perspective, context, and solid suggestions for presenting well in those circumstances.
SNIPPETS:
• Always be present
• Bring your...
Dec 4, 2025
“I just need…” is a phrase that eager speakers often use when asking for advice. Oftentimes it’s followed by “a few tweaks,” “a punch-up,” “to add humor,” “a little polish,” or something similar.
Today, Darren and Mark analyze this simple phrase and offer a perspective that will inspire you...
Nov 27, 2025
There is a popular adage that says, “If you don’t ask, the answer is always ‘No’.”
In this episode, Mark and Darren talk about the benefits of asking for guidance, and how to respond, regardless of the answer. Asking can be your game-changer.
SNIPPETS:
• The answer is in the asking
• When you...