“I adore this book; it’s chock full of very useful advice about how to communicate successfully for business people AND anyone! It should be required reading for every Fortune 500 CEO.” --Tim Schellhardt, Senior Vice President, Edelman Public Relations and former Bureau Chief, Wall Street Journal
“Rob’s characteristic savvy and wit come through loud and clear in this insightful and practical handbook for leaders. It’s a great read and even greater resource!” —Maril MacDonald, Founder and President, Gagen MacDonald
“A really fascinating read. I've seen many teachers and authors attempt to legitimize the arts in a business context, but Rob really succeeds in a casual, entertaining fashion.” —Rob Kozlowski, Online Reporter, Crain Communications, Adjunct Faculty Member, Columbia College Chicago; and former Associate Faculty Member, Second City Training Center
“Both business and acting have their share of drama, but "Act Like You Mean Business" captures their intersection perfectly. Whether writing the "About Us" section for a website or checking your fear during a crisis, this practical guide offers lots of practical advice and is like having your very own pocket communicator.” —Pete Brace, Marketing/Communications Consultant and Former Communications Director, Gatorade
"Rob's experience as an actor and communications professional help drive home the point that communicating, in whatever format, is a kind of performance whose success is not measured in applause, but reaction, responsiveness or simple understanding. It's a great read." —John Keightley, Vice President, Development, Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
"Pulling from real-life case studies, notable literature and authors, and his love of TV, film and live theater, Rob unpacks those insanely hard to master 'Soft Skills' in an entertaining, educational, and wonderfully thought provoking book! " —Bob Kulhan, CEO, Business Improvisations LLC
"Good communication is everyone's responsibility. And this book shows how to apply scores of techniques from the world of film, TV and theater, so we can all communicate much better. A profound, yet entertaining read." —Michael Freeborn, Founding Partner, Freeborn & Peters