An intelligent scientist taught me a fundamental rule of persuasion. I apply the rule to my keynote speeches and teach the concept to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and graduate-level students at Harvard. The ...

Some studies say you've only got 15 seconds to grab an audience's attention, while others say it's closer to a minute. Either way, the clock is ticking. Here's how to make the best first impression ...

Do you ever make an amazing start on something? It could be a race, a project, or a presentation! We can tell you an English phrase to help you explain that. No, Neil. I didn't say I was starting to ...