Richard Wilson: asking experienced speakers for one ten-minute idea

Richard described an event format in which experienced dealmakers had ten minutes to explain one strategy.

The invitation imposed a selection

He said the speakers could discuss the idea they believed had made the biggest difference. The short slot required them to choose from a longer career of experience.

He compared the talks afterward

Richard described the bonus module as a review of recurring points across the recordings. The event format produced individual accounts he could revisit. Each speaker still selected the subject of their own short presentation.

In Richard C. Wilson's words

"We only have 10 minutes to share with you" (Richard C. Wilson, recorded Rainmaker Series module)

How to use this

Give a speaker a clear question and time limit.
Preserve the individual account when comparing recurring ideas.

Questions and answers

What did the ten-minute slot ask speakers to select?

One strategy or idea they considered especially consequential.