Despite giving hundreds of invited seminars about my research I was hungry to improve my oral communication skills. Chris Carlson’s lectures opened my eyes to methods that I now routinely use to better organize and deliver oral presentations. There is no question in my mind that Chris’s methods have allowed me to deliver my message in a much more engaging and convincing manner than I did before.
Marc K. Jenkins, Ph.D. Distinguished McKnight Professor University of Minnesota Medical School Director, Center for Immunology
“Chris Carlson and his associates are the people who turned our good idea into reality. I knew we were with the right group when I witnessed Chris consistently identifying the weakest elements of highly technical scientific presentations without having a clue what they were actually about! The coaching and feedback we receive is extremely valuable, sensitive to vulnerable egos, and perfectly balanced in critique and praise. They can work with speakers at any skill level and make a difference for all. Our work with Chris and his group is transformational. I feel that it can change our world. It already has in our Center!”
Dr. Alexander Khoruts, Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
Chris Carlson
Chris is the chief communication coach at NarrativePros–a working actor of 25 years and a practicing immigration attorney. His approach focuses on connecting speakers to their core messages, genuine personalities, and targeted audiences. He works with every level of experience to leverage their authentic selves, increase the clarity of their messages, and cultivate greater presentness to audiences of every size. Central to his process is measurable development–using objective metrics to help describe delivery and results.
Brian Sostek
Brian is an award-winning writer, choreographer, director and performer. For decades, he has applied his innate understanding of collaboration, creativity and communication as a passionate educator and coach in fields outside of the performing arts. Brian is known for his rigorous approach to functional systems, both mental and physical, and the practical application of both in the pursuit of collective goals.
Jeff Brown
After an extensive and successful business career in sales and development, Jeff has spent the last 10 years focusing his communication skills on coaching executives to perform and present at a higher level, creating genuine connections with their audiences. Visionary, optimistic and experienced describe his presentation and coaching style. He’s a “Think Differently” thinker who can create experiences that turn ideas into actions. Jeff has the talent to inspire people to take a desired course of action, such as: trying a new method; developing a new solution; patronizing a new brand; or convincing a team to realize an “impossible” radical innovation or an absurd sales target.