Episode 40: Storytelling for business and sketch noting with Colin James

Colin James is one of Australia’s most respected and well-known keynote speakers and facilitators; his deeply engaging, humorous and provocative presentations are the highlight of any conference. He excels at imparting practical skills and workable knowledge – whilst making the whole audience howl with laughter! Winner of Australian Educator of the Year in 2008, Australian Keynote Speaker of the Year in 2020, and voted the highest-rated speaker at all global Gartner conferences in 2019 - scoring higher than both Tony Robbins and Simon Sinek. In this episode Colin and our host William will explore: The role of storytelling in business The no slides approach and how to avoid death by PowerPoint Engaging your audience by using skilful language and vocabulary with eloquence Creating memorable presentation and the role of sketch noting on a Flipchart  Dealing with nerves Preparation of your presentation and refining your style Colin has kindly offered a free Ebook and webinar for our listeners Ebook - https://bit.ly/3sDaXJ2  Free webinar recording - https://bit.ly/3n4jzY0 A gifted cartoonist, he is never far from his trusty flip-chart and pens; his drawing providing a unique and welcome diversion from the influx of PowerPoint presentations that soak up the imagination of your audiences fast.  With 30-years’ experience in 34 countries globally his experience and unique style set him apart. Whether it is speaking to a crowd of 10,000 as he did in 2012 at the United Nations Conference or facilitating a small group of 20 CEO’s and executives to ensure that their contributions are superb and profoundly relevant - he leaves a lasting impression