Description
Carmen Simon, PhD, is changing how the world communicates. A cognitive scientist, she has helped America’s most visible brands craft memorable messages by focusing on how the brain works. Carmen is the cofounder of Rexi Media, a presentation design and training company. She holds doctorates in both instructional technology and cognitive psychology, and is a recognized expert in presentation design, delivery, and audience engagement. Her sought-after keynote speeches unveil science-based techniques for getting others to see your way, remember your way, and go your way. CHAPTER 1: MEMORY IS A MEANS TO AN END Why memory matters in decision-making CHAPTER 2: A BUSINESS APPROACH TO MEMORY Three steps to influence memory and decisions CHAPTER 3: CONTROL WHAT YOUR AUDIENCE REMEMBERS Practical ways to avoid the hazards of random memory CHAPTER 4: MADE YOU LOOK How cues pave the way to action CHAPTER 5: THE PARADOX OF SURPRISE The price we pay for extra attention, time, and engagement CHAPTER 6: SWEET ANTICIPATION How to build excitement for what happens next CHAPTER 7: WHAT MAKES A MESSAGE REPEATABLE? Techniques to convince others to share your words CHAPTER 8: BECOME MEMORABLE WITH DISTINCTION How to stay on people’s minds long enough to spark action CHAPTER 9: MEMORABLE STORYTELLING The science of retrieving memories CHAPTER 10: HOW MUCH CONTENT IS TOO MUCH? How to handle content sacrifice CHAPTER 11: HOW DOES THE BRAIN DECIDE? The neurobiology and neuroeconomics of choice8 CHAPTER 12: THE RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN AND THE INTENT TO BE REMEMBERED How to balance accidental and purposeful forgetting
