In my work as an executive presentation coach and trainer over the past 15 years, I have witnessed many magical moments. Like the times when clients take bold risks to deliver their presentation in more creative ways. Or the bravery that they exhibit in stepping away from the podium and away from the perceived safety [read more]
Distinguish yourself with effective presentation skills. No matter what your field of study or professional discipline, your career and work impact can be greatly enhanced if you possess strong presentation skills and confidence. Presentation skills continue to be one of the most commonly requested professional development needs listed on Individual Development Plans (IPDs) at major [read more]
Imagine that you are sitting in an audience watching one presentation after another. Each presenter follows a precise formula and uses the prescribed corporate PowerPoint template. Each presenter has 25 slides to share with you on the big screen, all using the same chart and graph templates, with the only difference being the actual numbers [read more]
I happily subscribe to Seth Godin’s blog and found this short article to be interesting idea for small group presentations – you know the type where the formal PowerPoint stand-up style presentation is overkill? The modern talking pad by Seth Godin BLOG “marketing, tribes and respect” “I think this is a big idea, but your [read more]
I recently had the privledge of giving a one-hour motivating lunch ‘n learn seminar to 55 engineers at , a United Technologies Company based in Stratford, CT. The topic was “Don’t Bore Your Audience: learn to avoid the most common presentation pitfalls.” My goal was to help them become more aware and intentional about how [read more]
Don Gilbreath of www.comcam.net made this animated video clip using part of my last blog Prop Yourself Up During Your Next Presentation. Aren’t we lucky to life in an era where technology allows us to bring our messages to life in memorable and entertaining ways… and to have networking friends that are generous and creative! [read more]
Why you should get more comfortable using props to engage your audience at your next presentation As a PowerPoint-FREE speaker and executive presentation coach, it is my job to investigate and experiment with the many different ways in which you can engage your audience and motivate them to action during presentations. Because of the over-use [read more]
