One of the biggest challenges in business is how to create ‘value’. Boyd Stough of Espy Revenue recently interviewed me about this issue for a new installment of his business podcasts. In our conversation, we talked extensively about the fact that value for a business comes from all levels: Leadership, teams, client facing, and internal facing. The problem for many people is that the true meaning of value is a mystery and the ways to create it are elusive. I explain to Boyd that value is a combination of knowledge, communication strategy, and execution. During the conversation we talk about The Speech Improvement Company’s perspective and coaching experience and how revenue growth is directly linked to a company’s investment in communication. You can listen to the podcast here.
15 Moments That Got Big Laughs at This Year’s 2026 Fall Annual Investor Meetings
One of my favorite types of articles to write is these recap blogs. Annual Investor Meetings (AIMs) are high-stakes events where a room full of LPs and executives digest hours of financial updates, market outlooks, and portfolio performance. While solid metrics and a clear strategy carry the presentation, well-placed humor builds trust, resets attention, and makes both the speakers and the firm memorable. LPs see SO MANY of these types of meetings, so as a
