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Tips for Making Group Presentations Over Zoom

Now that much of the workforce is remote, online presentations with tools like Zoom have become the norm. While it may seem a little less intimidating to present in front of a computer as opposed to a room full of people, there are still plenty of challenges with virtual presentations. The lack of physical presence,…

Ways to Get More from Microsoft PowerPoint

Many of us have sat through a PowerPoint presentation that has nearly bored us to tears. As a result, you might shy away from this presentation tool in fear of doing the same to your audience. While it might not be the rage that it was years ago, that doesn’t mean you need to underestimate…

Popular Business Applications That Can Make More of Basic Slideshows

If you’re putting together a presentation, you want to find the right presentation apps that can help you design, present, and share your information effectively. Rather than going with traditional slideshow templates and outdated transition effects, it’s time to think outside the box and get a little more creative with your slideshows. Here are a…

Five Things to Do Before Your Presentation

Whether you are delivering to your colleagues during a team meeting, hosting a seminar for professional development, or delivering the keynote at a big conference, there are things you can do beforehand to ensure your presentation is a success. Giving a successful presentation is no easy feat, and there is a ton of preparation that…

How to Create a Presentation That Acts Like a Story

Storytelling is a form of communication that has been around for centuries. People love a good story because our brains are wired for narrative. Stories help us connect to the world around us and this can extend to business concepts as well. In presentations, storytelling is an effective way to organize information and persuade audiences.…

What to Do After a Poorly Received Presentation

It’s bound to happen at some point. You prepare well. You practice over and over. Then, you step in front of the audience and bomb your presentation. So, how do you recover after a poorly received presentation? The truth is, public speaking failures can be a learning experience and rather than being embarrassed by them,…

What Your Body Language Says to Your Audience

There are many aspects that go into creating a successful presentation, and body language is one the most important. While the content that you present is certainly important, your body language can make all the difference between a successful presentation and a downright disaster. You should never underestimate the importance of body language and the…