Growing a Tech Ecosystem: Lessons from Austin
In my role with the Austin Technology Council, I have had the opportunity to meet people from tech communities all around the country and the world. Every city I visit is passionate about building its own version of Silicon Valley, and many are doing amazing work....
Innovation Through Collision and Collaboration
The real breakthroughs often come when different ideas, people, and backgrounds collide. Innovation doesn’t thrive in silos, it thrives in trust-filled environments where collaboration is encouraged. When people work together, they generate sparks that fuel new...
Collaboration is the New Leadership
We live in a time when leadership can no longer be defined by authority alone. Titles, corner offices, and org charts matter less than the ability to bring people together around shared goals. The most effective leaders today are not the ones with all the answers, but...
Age 50 to 75 – Your “Prime Time”
When I turned 50, I made a proclamation: I was going to make age 50 to 75 the best years of my life. I started looking at this stage as my "Prime Time". And now, several years into the journey, I can tell you... it hasn’t always been easy. There have been plenty of...
How to Become a Professional Speaker and Actually Make Money
So many people are interested in making money sharing their expertise. How to become a professional speaker is a topic that I get asked about all the time. And many are looking for a short cut. But if you are not famous (I mean actually famous... not just in your own...
Empowering People to Network and Step Outside Their Comfort Zones
Thom Singer is a keynote speaker for associations, corporations, and law firms. He focuses on the human interaction (H.I.) side of business in our AI-driven world. Your people are more empowered when they step outside their comfort zone and build connections with a...
What To Do When the World Is Changing
The world is changing fast. Every month it feels like something new has shifted in business, politics, technology, or the economy. I got a call recently from a friend who said she felt stuck in her business. Her industry was evolving rapidly, and she couldn’t keep up....
Lawyers: Get Serious About Business Development
The legal profession is changing fast. Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how research is done, contracts are drafted, and cases are analyzed. But with this shift comes a challenge; standing out is getting harder. Lawyers who focus on business development will have...
Gaining Visibility in Your Community When Your Company Has No Sponsorship Budget
Gaining visibility in your community is essential if you are in sales, yet too many companies assume that merely joining local organizations or attending events will automatically open doors to new opportunities. Here's the truth: Nonprofits and community...
The Right Speaker for Corporate Events Makes All the Difference
When you’re planning a corporate event, your speaker matters more than the snacks, the swag, or even the venue. The right voice on stage can kickstart engagement, align your team’s mindset, and set the tone for everything that follows. The right speaker for corporate...