Driving results in today’s world demands a new leadership approach.

The world as we knew it before supercomputers, Web 2.0, and AI is outdated. The rules and opportunities of the playing field have changed. 

In the new era, few first-movers have dominated like the TED Talk organization. From live events to video learning, print publishing to podcasting, idea-spreading to virtual collaboration — TED has proven to be wildly successful and results-driven. 

Seven leadership principles explain TED’s innovative success.

What are they?

How do they translate in other arenas? 

Is there a way to leverage them in your own context? 

The DRIVE RESULTS like TED™ leadership training can get you there.

It is time to lead and drive results like a TEDster!

Why learn to drive results like TED?

The answer is found in how the organization identifies, assesses, and relentlessly pursues opportunity.

The secret? Results-driven focus in key spheres.

Specifically, the TED model conceptualizes problems and applies solutions through 7 leadership principles.

The 7 leadership principles of TED that drive results:

  • 1. OPEN SOURCE
    TED’s leadership prioritizes Open Source — turning nascent ideas over to a wider community for input and critique.

  • 2. WINNABLE WINS
    TED’s leadership pursues Winnable Wins — small meaningful steps in the direction of a larger goal.

  • 3. STORY SHARING
    TED’s leadership embraces Story Sharing — spreading ideas within the frame of sticky storytelling.

  • 4. ADJACENT DIVERSITY
    TED’s leadership values Adjacent Diversity — appreciation for a wide-ranging set of perspectives.

  • 5. DEEP SIMPLICITY
    TED’s leadership favors Deep Simplicity — delving to find the most minimalistic solutions for deep impact.

  • 7. SERVANT LEADERSHIP
    TED’s leadership advances Servant Leadership — a posture of humble service to those we lead.

Course Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will...

  • LEARN THE PRINCIPLES

    This course will expose you to the TED framework’s 7 next-level leadership principles and their application.

  • APPLY THE FRAMEWORK

    This course will teach you to apply the TED leadership framework to real-world initiatives within your organization.

  • NEXT-LEVEL RESULTS

    This course will guide you to use the TED leadership framework to reproduce next-level results in your world.

The training includes:

  • 7 group trainings by Zoom (60-min) with Devin D. Marks (aka, The TED Talk Whisperer)

  • Lessons on the 7 leadership values of results-driven TEDsters

  • Deep dives into case studies and applications

  • Optional homework sheets and "learn more" content

  • 1 solo 45-min session with Devin to to assess and improve your DRIVEN Quotient

  • Live group workshopping and personal Q&A e-feedback

  • Training culminates at a live, in-person event, The More Tales Storytelling Festival in the horse capital of the world — Lexington, KY

For selected participants only.

(Subject to application and approval.)

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Your Guide

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!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What's the format of the training?

    Weekly, group training sessions are conducted via Zoom, with your facilitator, Devin D. Marks (see below). The 7-week engagement includes: seven 30-minute weekly lessons combined with 30-minutes of live Q&A and work-shopping; ongoing digital interaction (via email, Slack, phone, Zoom, etc.); optional homework sheets; optional “learn more” content; session recordings; one 1:1 session with Devin (45-min.) to rework and tweak your story set; personal Q&A e-feedback (Slack, Loom, or email); access to an exclusive CONNECT to COMPEL online learning community.

    ** NOTE: Weekly trainings are scheduled for Wednesdays, 11 a.m. ET. If you miss a session (or several of them), your progress can continue. The sessions will be available for 12 months of access.

  • Why is Devin Marks called the TED Talk Whisperer?

    Devin earned the moniker “The TED Talk Whisperer” from clients and media outlets alike after decoding why TED Talks are so captivating and spread-worthy.

    He has formally studied and deconstructed the tenets of the TED style, identifying the techniques that make top TEDsters so wildly connecting and compelling.

    In 2014, he introduced his proprietary STICKY Stories framework. Since then, 100s of leaders have benefited from the power of storytelling, some of whom have given multi-million view TED Talks.

    More of Devin’s background can be found here, and on LinkedIn.

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

    No. This is not a TED Talk speaker coaching program.

    To inquire about the mySHORTtalk course submit your interest here.

  • How long is the training content available? Can I share it with others?

    Once you purchase the training, the recordings are yours to access for one year.

    We do not allow sharing or transferring access to the training or recorded sessions to someone else. However, If you want to make a gift of the training or train your group, please contact our support team directly at [email protected], or inquire here. Please allow 48 hours for a response, Monday through Friday.

  • How much is the program? And what about payments and discount codes, if I have one?

    The program fee is $1,997**. Once your application has been reviewed and accepted, you'll be directed to a payment page in our online learning platform, Thinkific (and if you were given a discount code, this is where you will enter it). If you have any issues, please contact us at [email protected].

    ** Retreat travel and lodging costs are additional and paid by the trainee.

  • How do I access the recorded training sessions?

    After you click the APPLY TO JOIN THE NEXT COHORT button, you’ll be taken to our application form. If approved, you will be given admission to purchase the course and access our online training platform (we use Thinkific). You will need to create a username and password (if you don't already have one), by choosing the SIGN IN link in the top right corner of our Thinkific page. Then choose CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. Save your login credentials and use them any time to access the password-protected training.

  • What is the live event in Kentucky? And, can I apply if I 'm not based in KY?

    The program culminates with a live event during the engaging More Tales Storytelling Festival in the Bluegrass region. The gathering will dovetail with the storytelling festival programming.

    Note: Costs associated with travel and lodging are not included in the program fee.

    The live event in Kentucky is just one component, and the rest of the program is accessible online.

  • 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.

Learn to DRIVE RESULTS in a new era!

Regular Price: $1,997.00
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