August always addles my brain. Thank God it’s over. It’s just too damn hot and getting even hotter because you know why. But my brain-boggling feels even worse this year: climate change, the economy, politics, and the pandemic are combining with my inborn neuroticism to drive me Bonkers. To make matters worse, I can’t rely…
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How About Never – The Beat Goes On
If you know me, you know this cartoon, and it might be the only thing you know about me. But even if you don’t know me or the cartoon, you’ve probably come across the joke in some form or another. It’s been part of the cultural conversation since it appeared three decades ago. For example,…
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How to Improve your Presentation with Cartoons
Last week we explored some of the benefits of using cartoons in your communications and presentations: cartoons grab your attention, reinforce your message, make it memorable, keep your audience engaged, and let your audience see your human side. This week I’m going to show you some examples specific to improving your presentations. You can apply…
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What are Cartoons For?
In addition to inducing smiles, chuckles, and outright guffawing, cartoons are good for more than laughs. Used correctly, cartoons can make your message more effective, enjoyable, and memorable. Cartoons are a powerful tool for communication. Here’s why: Cartoons grab the attention of your audience with humor and insight. When your audience “gets” a smart cartoon,…
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