Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of communication. That’s because the human brain has an embedded need for narrative. Stories help us make sense of the world around us and they can influence the way we think, act, make decisions, and persuade others. In presentations, stories are a highly effective way to engage…

Many people spend a great deal of time preparing the opening of their presentation. They want to make sure it is just right and they start off with a bang.  While the opening of a presentation is certainly important, the ending is equally as relevant. In fact, the audience is more likely to remember a…

  With travel halted, conferences canceled, and millions of Americans working from home, it’s time to begin rethinking the traditional presentation process. If you’re accustomed to giving live presentations, you might need to start adjusting your strategy in order to create a presentation that is suitable for the post-pandemic audience. Given that it’s unlikely that…

There are several amazing software programs available to help you create the perfect presentation. Among the most popular are PowerPoint and Google Slides. Part of what makes these programs so attractive is the fact that they offer templates, graphics, animations, and other features that make creating a slideshow simple and easy. However, despite the features,…

2020 was not only the year of the pandemic, but it started the trend of remote working. As workers around the world were urged to stay home in an effort to curb the spread of Covid-19, remote working became the new way to conduct business. As a result, the market became saturated with more online…

When you are in the middle of an online meeting, there is nothing more annoying than constant stopping and starting or watching the video freeze over and over. Live streaming a meeting can be a fabulous way to connect with your team members or customers anywhere in the world. However, things can quickly go awry…

With the rise of remote work as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the use of video and audio conferencing has greatly increased. While teleconferencing makes it possible for businesses to adapt to a more digital landscape, it also comes with an increased risk for security breaches. Security has been a key concern about video…

If you’ve been asked to give a presentation, you might be overwhelmed thinking about where to start. Public speaking is no easy task, and it can be even more daunting when you don’t know where to start. The following strategies will help you break down the process of preparing a presentation. This step-by-step guide will…

Being nervous before a presentation is a normal feeling. In fact, the fear of speaking in public is one of the most commonly reported social fears. Although many people share this fear, it may be a requirement of your job and something you have to learn to deal with. Presentation anxiety can cause a person…

When a leader is speaking, everyone else is listening…or at least that’s how it’s supposed to be. Whether you are in a team meeting, presenting in a boardroom, or delivering the conference keynote, you are the one that should be leading the conversation. If you want your audience to see you as a leader, you…