Well folks, Season 2 of Rate My Video just kicked off, and we're not pulling any punches. Today’s subject? Tech CEO Derek Ting of TextNow has his virtual presence decoded.  And it’s a rough 3/10 in the virtual presence challenge. Ouch. Here's the ironic plot twist: while his company is

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Whether you're presenting to a large group, speaking to an audience who has their cameras off, or simply participating in a team call, it's not uncommon to feel a twinge of anxiety in virtual meetings. But here's some good news: those nerves you're feeling? They're actually a positive sign! The

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7 CEOs in the spotlight for 7 Lessons in Virtual Executive Presence. Ever heard the phrase "Show, don't tell"? It's a mantra I've lived by in my years of presentation and demo skills training. When I set out to demonstrate the power of applying the unique skills I developed as

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In today's digital-first world, the ability to convey executive presence in virtual meetings can make or break your professional success. Whether you're leading a team meeting, pitching to clients, or reassuring stakeholders, how you come across on camera matters. That's why I’m excited to share my latest "Rate My Video"

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The 65% Sales Performance Improvement You Didn’t Know You Needed In today’s rapidly evolving and competitive business environment, sales leaders are always on the lookout for strategies, big or small, to boost their sales team’s performance and gain an edge in influencing potential buyers. According to Dooly, traditional sales training

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In Rate My Video, I analyze videos of public personalities—CEOs, politicians, and other famous figures—to uncover the secrets of virtual executive presence. Learn from the stars – shining or fading – to elevate your on-camera skills. Check out this video episode where two C-Suite executives with vastly different styles go

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As a leader of a remote team, it’s not easy staying on top of how sellers are individually performing with customers.  But here’s an easy way to spot critical warning signs in your virtual sales meeting. In your next meeting, take a few moments to observe your team’s behavior. Chances

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In this video, I break down interviews with CEO’s Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg and Apple’s Tim Cook to show you what Virtual Executive Presence looks like (or doesn’t look like) and how heavily it influences your impression of someone. Watch for behaviors that engage you and convey confidence, credibility, and authenticity

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In 2024, capturing and maintaining attention in virtual meetings has become more challenging than ever. With AI tools at our audience’s fingertips and the sheer volume of online interactions, the competition for focus is fierce. Sellers and leaders cannot afford to make avoidable virtual meeting mistakes that hinder their ability

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