PPP #74: Stop wasting time

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Leadership Listen... Great leaders are not those who speak loudest, but those who listen most attentively. (Share this on Twitter) Productivity A waste of your time “One of the very worst uses of time...

PPP #73: You must be radical

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Making mistakes Some things are unavoidable “It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not a weakness. That is life.” —Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Share this on Twitter) Taking action Be...

PPP #72: What happens next?

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling What happens next? Every presentation needs a ‘hook’ to draw your audience in and get them hungry to learn more. Open a loop — give the audience a question or unresolved situation, enticing...

PPP 71: be dramatic!

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling Be dramatic! Conflict is at the heart of every great story. Something must prevent your hero from getting what they want. This creates drama, and drama creates human interest. Without conflict, your story...

PPP #70: Find your focus

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling No BS Authenticity goes a long way when telling stories effectively. Don’t try to fool your audience with imaginary scenarios — they can see it from a mile off. You’ve lived an interesting...

PPP #69: Get people talking

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Explore & clarify Lots of ideas get thrown around during workshops, and quieter participants' perspectives may get lost in the noise. Help them explore their ideas by asking for clarification: What I’m hearing...

PPP #68: How to avoid micromangement

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Underlying motivations “What will define success in this meeting?” is one of the most powerful questions a facilitator can ask. This helps you understand the underlying motivation behind a meeting and develop a...

PPP #67: Specific steps to success

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Productivity Pick your priorities Forget FOMO (fear of missing out). Stay focused on your own journey and prioritise what truly matters to you. Remember, it’s okay to say no and create your own fulfilling...

PPP #66: How to earn respect

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling Push your characters Plot makes your story exciting, but emotional stakes make it memorable. Push characters to their limits. It doesn’t need to be life or death situations, just make it matter deeply to...

PPP #65: Escape the comfort zone

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling One question Before telling a story, ask yourself: what do you hope to achieve? Do you want to inspire action, drive change or influence others? Identifying your desired outcome will help guide your...

PPP #64: So relatable

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling So relatable Rather than getting lost in technical jargon, find ways to compare your ideas to something more familiar through metaphors and analogies. This will also make your story more engaging, providing a...

PPP #63: Choose wisely

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Keep exploring Workshops should prioritise spontaneity, collaboration, and creativity over specific outcomes. Encouraging exploration instead of problem-solving will allow time to thoroughly investigate all potential solutions. (Share this on Twitter) Storytelling Get to...