by Steven Maddocks | 17 August, 2023 | Interview Skills, Marketing, Presentation Skills, Presenting to Camera, Public Speaking
MSB Executive’s filming day was long in the planning. We had decided late last year to video the team talking about our work. We felt this would be an excellent way to showcase our special combination of expertise and passion. With the possibility of shooting...
by Martyn Barmby | 20 March, 2017 | Authenticity, Blog, Emotional Engagement, Fake Facts, Marketing, Perception, Storytelling
In his excellent article in the FT, Tim Harford talks about “The problem with facts”. One interesting example he mentions is the famous claim during the Brexit referendum: “We send the EU £350m a week”. He quotes Andrew Lilico, “a thoughtful proponent of leaving the...
by Martyn Barmby | 10 January, 2014 | Blog, Building Confidence, Marketing, Networking Skills, Portfolio, Presentation Skills, Team Building, Voice
Caroline was part of a very lively panel debate called “CMOs and CIOs – heading for a date or divorce” hosted by IBM in their very impressive conference centre on the South Bank. I was impressed by her engaging speaking style and her command of the debate, in...
by Martyn Barmby | 24 October, 2013 | Building Confidence, Interview Skills, Marketing, Networking Skills, Portfolio, Public Speaking
Part 2: Good communication skills are vital for leadership Do you feel public speaking has helped your career, or is it part and parcel of it? I really see it as integral to career success. I bundle it in with all communications skills as a vital along with great...
by Martyn Barmby | 16 October, 2013 | Asset Management, Marketing, Perception, Presentation Skills
Investment news is buzzing with the story of Neil Woodford departing after 25 years with Invesco Perpetual to set up his own fund next year. It has prompted consternation on forums with investors worrying if they should leave without him at the helm. His announcement...