Are you struggling to deliver a compelling message in online presentations?
(you're not alone)


Without a...
FOURFOLD-FOCUSED,
STORY-WRAPPED, and
ACTION-INSPIRING message
your big idea won't be communicated.

Your people won’t take clear action.

Your leadership will miss the mark.

The CONNECT to COMPEL™ Screen Leadership training empowers leaders to become captivating on-line presenters who connect with audiences and compel them to action.
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Here's what you'll learn:

Discover proven techniques based on TED Talk secrets to connect with audiences of any kind, inspire them, and move them to action.

  • Focus your message with pinpoint accuracy

  • Saturate your delivery with personal story

  • Deliver tangible and memorable takeaways

  • Curate connection with your audience

  • And more!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who is Devin D. Marks?

    The Screen Leadership Online Training is facilitated by Devin D. Marks, the nation’s premier online TED-style speaker coach. Devin has spent years training 100s of leaders, just like you, to captivate audiences. His clients hail from organizations like Boeing, Texas Instruments, and Harvard Medical School.; their talks have garnered hundreds-of-millions of worldwide views. Devin leads an award winning, international team of renowned experts in speaker messaging and story training. More of Devin’s background can be found at https://connecttocompel.com/about.

  • Will this training prepare me to give a TED Talk?

    This course is geared specifically to leaders who are preparing to present a talk online. We have created the course based on elements of the TED-style of presentation delivery. The tenets of what makes some TED Talks so widely popular are incorporated into this course so that you can leverage them in your online presentations. For those who want to prepare for a TED/TEDx Talk or TED-style talk, we offer the mySHORTtalk online training course. Devin also works one-on-one for high-touch speaker prep. For more information, submit your interest here: https://c2c.17hats.com/p#/lcf/zwnwfzphwppvcfxvbdbzstncddzcxnzk

  • I'm having trouble with my payment. Where can I get help?

    We apologize for the inconvenience. Please try entering your card information again to make sure it’s correct. If that fails, perhaps another card will overcome the gremlins. If not, contact us at [email protected].

  • How do I become a certified CONNECT to COMPEL trainer?

    Yes! However, only dedicated, veteran communicators will be considered. Presently, we are only accepting applicants from the United States. The certification process begins with an application and requires a 3-month commitment. Prerequisites include: 10+ years of professional communications experience; top-tier TEDx or TED (main stage) event experience working with speakers; demonstrated client results (views, awards, etc.). Follow this link to the application: https://c2c.17hats.com/p#/lcf/cvdchkbpsfxdbcnrznnhthfkzwpdgzkw

  • What if I have other questions?

    We love to help! Just send us an email at [email protected] or call us at (617) 804-6020. Our nimble little team will get back to you as soon as we can, usually within 48 hours, Monday through Friday.

Your Trainer

Devin D. Marks

Hi, I’m Devin, The TED Talk Whisperer.

I’m driven by catalyzing BIG IDEAS for a better world! I've spent years training niche experts, authors, and leaders (just like you) to deliver powerful messages.

I teach people to connect with audiences and compel them to action!

  • Coached TOP 10 TED speaker, Dr. Robert Waldinger (48M+ views).
  • Trained multiple million-view TEDsters.
  • Worked with 100s hailing from groups like Boeing, Texas Instruments, and Harvard Medical.
  • Innovated as nation’s 1st TED-Style online coach.
  • Lead a team of certified trainers delivering award-winning results.
  • Clients enjoying 100s-of-millions of views!

Take control of your online presentations.

Drive results.