Jul 3, 2025
“Open STRONG!” This is Darren’s advice in Part 3 of this series as he and Mark explain the ‘WHY’ and the ‘HOW’ behind an unforgettable presentation’s opening. This episode covers Step #4: CREATE YOUR STRONG OPENING
SNIPPETS:
• Set the stage with your introduction
• Your opening sets up your...
Jun 26, 2025
In Part 2 of this series, Darren and Mark discuss the importance…and the benefits…of having a world-class presentation structure. This episode covers Step #3: STRUCTURE THIS!
SNIPPETS:
• The ‘Tell them, tell them, tell them’ structure is rudimentary and limited
• The ‘Tell a story make a point’...
Jun 19, 2025
An unforgettable presentation requires an unforgettable process. Today Mark and Darren begin breaking down their 7-Step speech process, laid out in their book DELIVER UNFORGETTABLE PRESENTATIONS. This episode covers STEP #1: FINDING YOUR CONTENT, and STEP #2: CLARITY, CLARITY, CLARITY!
SNIPPETS:
• You need an...
Jun 12, 2025
In Part 2 of their conversation about the Top Ten Mistakes, Darren and Mark talk with Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis about mistakes #5 through #1 in the countdown.
SNIPPETS:
• Identify the guide/guru/compass, which may not be a human
• The hero should not solve their own problem
• It...
Jun 5, 2025
Over the years Darren and Mark have made…and seen…several mistakes. Today they’re joined by Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis as they discuss the mistakes they see most often…even after 30+ years of coaching. This episode feature mistakes #10 through #6 in the countdown. Avoiding these will...