A few times this past year, several clients asked me what “the boss” meant when he or she said, “Make it like a TED talk.” Everyone who sits in on PowerPoint presentations would love it if presenters came across “connecting” better with the audience. Like all those who have done TED’s, I’ve done the same presentation over and over again and, humbly, I’ve gotten pretty good at it. Why not? We’ve written, practiced and performed the same material A LOT. All of you would too

All too common slices of feedback from senior leaders about team members: “He needs constant reinforcement.” “She’s continually wanting feedback from me.” “He continually checks to make sure an action he’s taking is ‘ok’ with me.” All you who read these posts, please keep this one close by. There is no more critical personality quality for you to show your boss than a high tolerance for ambiguity. You are going to be a burden on him or her if you need clarity or reassurance