Leadership Communication for The "Short Talk" Generation

Develop messages that drive results.

DRIVE RESULTS

Everything leaders need to leverage "Short Talk"-styled messaging.

The Marks Messaging Method™ provides leaders with a trusted, 3-part communications framework:

Fivefold-Focus

Story-Wrapped

Action-Igniting

There’s value in your message.

But what’s the impact

if your people aren’t moved to action?


Your audience doesn’t have much bandwidth.

These days…

…viral talks are today’s measuring stick.

…multiple screens and apps compete for attention.

…traditional speaking techniques have evolved.

…attention spans are shorter than ever before.


The Marks Messaging Method™ will help you communicate clearly, memorably, and drive results.



Acquire powerful techniques, based on proven methods for connecting with your audience and compelling them to take action.

Learn to:

  • Curate connection with your viewers
  • Saturate your message with story
  • Pinpoint your message accuracy
  • Deliver tangible takeaways
  • And more...

The Marks Messaging Method™

Deliver your message – your BIG IDEA – in a powerful way… to be understood, internalized, and acted upon:

  1. Fivefold-Focus: We develop insight sets built around a singular BIG IDEA, supported by clear key points. Top "Short Talk" messages are focused.
  2. Story-Wrapped: We process and share ideas though story — research and data alone don’t move ideas. Top "Short Talk" messages are wrapped in story.
  3. Action-Igniting: We must ground our insight sets in practical, actionable, and shareable next steps. Top "Short Talk" messages ignite action.

"Short Talk" communication fundamentals can be applied everywhere:

  • Keynotes
  • Sales Pitches
  • Virtual or Live Meetings
  • Investor Meetings
  • Boardroom Presentations
  • And, yes, on TEDx stages

Your CONNECT to COMPEL path is clear.

To ensure your communications reach The "Short Talk" Generation, follow these 3 simple steps:

1

Join

Opt-into the C2C community to access the Marks Messaging Method insights.

2

LEARN

Complete an online course; join a group training; or train 1-on-1 with a certified guide.

3

MASTER

Apply the framework to connect with your audience and compel them to action.

Hi, I’m Devin...

I've spent years training leaders, just like you, to connect with on-screen viewers and live audiences and compel action.

  • Coached TOP 10 TED speaker, Dr. Robert Waldinger.
  • Worked with 100s hailing from groups like Boeing, Texas Instruments, and Harvard Medical.
  • Nation’s first innovator in TED-Style online training.
  • Lead a team delivering award-winning results.
  • Clients enjoying 100s-of-millions of views!

Devin D. Marks is the nation's leading TED-style speaking coach

Connect with your audience and compel them to action!