After the ball dropped in Times Square, did you craft a list of New Year’s resolutions, or did you skip the practice given how rarely they stick?
Whether you welcomed 2018 with, or sans, resolutions, we all have something in … READ MORE
Our attention span has fallen to 8 seconds, according to studies cited by Microsoft Canada. Goldfish reportedly have a longer attention span than us! So, what does this mean for your next presentation? Every second counts.
Here are two tips … READ MORE
It’s that time of year when proud family members and friends fill the sea of folding chairs, use program fans to fight the scorching sun, and hope the commencement speaker ignites inspiration, not watch-checking. If this will be you, let’s … READ MORE
This week, I had to get out the checkbook to make that dreaded annual IRS payment. It probably comes as no surprise, I wrote the check for the amount I owe – nothing more and nothing less. The same principle … READ MORE
“If you had to identify, in one word, the reason why the human race has not achieved, and never will achieve, its full potential, that word would be ‘meetings’.”
– Dave Barry, Comedian
Can you relate?
We know our clients … READ MORE
Last month, Major League Baseball’s All Star Game came to 2Connect’s home turf – San Diego. MLB’s best of the best were chosen to play because they stepped up to the plate when the team was counting on them – … READ MORE
This time of year is the season of transitions: spring to summer, student to graduate, bud to flower, and more.
When it comes to presentations, every season is a transition season! Purposeful transition statements are critical for successful presentations. They … READ MORE
A recent study found about 75% of audiences check out in the first 60 seconds. Your window for engagement is small – by all means, get to the point.
Part of getting to the point is letting audiences know what … READ MORE
For the past 40 years, February has been formally designated as Black History Month by every sitting U.S. president. While countless Americans of every color sacrificed greatly for equality, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is arguably the most iconic figure … READ MORE
In a few short weeks, an 11,875-pound Waterford Crystal bedazzled ball will begin a 60 second descent. While reflecting on the past year, New Year’s Eve merrymakers coast to coast will raise their glasses and jump into 2016. When the … READ MORE