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There are three points about envisioning possibilities.
The possibilities could be a dream with a magazine, a pot of paste, and a 24×36 foam core board, but it’s not sticky enugh. The dream keeps disappearing.
It could be a vision you’ve had since you were 15 years old. The vision has a fancy new bright red Corvet, a massive home with your man cave or she-shed, and an entertaining room for nights with friends. It all came about because you own or work for a powerful unknown extra-prestigious company. Yet it is not enough.
There are nine areas of your life you need to think about, dream about, envision. They are Health, Wealth, Family, Relationships, Creativity or Playful Children, Your Reputation, Your Career, Travel or Helpful People, and Wisdom.
During the next month, I’ll explore these areas for you to consider. Some of those areas you’ve nailed. In others, you may want to pull down the shade and some you would like to grow and develop. Explore them with me. Each has a message for you.
Why Every Designer Should Practice Their Speech
In design, presentation is persuasion. When you practice speaking as much as sketching, you build trust, authority, and excitement around your ideas. A polished pitch can make the difference between a “maybe” and a “let’s do it.” Remember your voice is part of your professional toolkit. Use it well, and let it sell your vision as powerfully as your designs do.
NETWORKING …. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER
Networking is more about follow-up than first impressions.
Sound as Good as You Look
Trade shows can showcase your talent and brand but shouldn’t cost you your voice.
Think Fast, Speak Smart
When someone tosses a tough question your way, your brain might go blank before your mouth opens. That’s normal—but it’s not permanent. The trick is to pause with purpose, not panic. The repeat-pause-answer method lets you buy time...
Social Savvy
Elegant events aren’t just about the wine and the lighting they’re where lasting professional connections begin. With confidence, curiosity, and a graceful goodbye, you can turn any gala or awards night into an opportunity for genuine rapport.
Sweat Palms
Swap sweaty palms for confident handshakes.
Tell Me More
A few months ago, I watched a young designer at a networking event nervously circle the coffee station. She rehearsed “So, what do you do?” at least four times before finally approaching a woman from a major firm. Five minutes later, they were laughing...
The Conversation
Because small talk isn’t small at all. It’s where big things begin.
Power of Story Telling
The Power of Storytelling in Your Presentations Make the client the hero.Your presentation isn’t just about showcasing your design genius it’s about inviting the client into their own success story. When they can see themselves living in the space you’re describing,...
Oh great! I will look forward to your posts this month. I love to play around in the field of possibilities.
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