Author Archives: Jim Sterling

Crafting An Interesting Story From A Boring Game

Posted on February 5, 2019 by Jim Sterling

Good morning! Did you watch the Super Bowl Sunday night? While the pundits predicted it would be a close game, they didn’t predict a defensive struggle between two high-powered offenses. Translation? The game was “meh” – the lowest scoring Super … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Life Skills, Networking, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking

Take Your Storytelling Game From Good To Great: Lessons From The Super Bowl

Posted on January 29, 2019 by Jim Sterling

This NFL post-season is already full of stories – just look at the two overtime victories in the conference finals leading up to the Super Bowl. Exultant victors! Crushed losers!! Unfair calls!!! That’s why people tune in – the sriracha … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Life Skills, Networking, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking

How Bryan Cranston’s Story Can Help You Improve Your Communication Skills

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Jim Sterling

As you set resolutions, goals, and aim to form new positive habits, keep your communication skills top of mind. Here are a few thoughts, along with an inspirational story by Bryan Cranston, recognized by Business Insider as one of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills

2 Ways Kevin Anderson’s Wimbledon Attitude Can Help You Build Confidence

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Jim Sterling

Kevin Anderson, the No. 8 seed, after beating Roger Federer, the No. 1 seed, in the 2018 quarterfinals at Wimbledon Tennis Championship, July 2018: “I think the toughest thing players face when going out playing somebody like Roger in this … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Uncategorized

A Tale of Two Trips – Communication Can Be the Difference

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Jim Sterling

My family and I took a marvelous seven-day cruise recently, from New York to Florida and the Bahamas. A week later, out of curiosity, I was following the progress of our same ship with the same itinerary. Different weather. On … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Exec-Comm Team, Leadership Skills, Public Speaking

Jack Ma’s Effective, Yet Simple Communication Style

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Jim Sterling

Chances are you’ve heard of “The Three Bears” fairy tale, and while the details of the story might have blurred over time, you’ll never forget the general storyline. In short, the allegory instructs children not to mess with other people’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking