Businesses use presentations to inform, educate, motivate and persuade audiences every day. Whether they are being used as a sales initiative, a training tool, or as an internal source of communication, presentations are necessary for reinforcing a company’s corporate image, delivering pertinent information, and attracting customers and stakeholders. A well-crafted presentation can mean the difference…

No matter what industry you are in, memorable presentations have the potential to impact audiences, touch minds, and persuade people to act. In order to be remembered, however, you must entertain, engage, and connect with your audience. Forget about throwing a bunch of information on a fancy PowerPoint. Instead, communicate the information in a way…

There may come a time when you have to give a presentation persuading your audience to believe or do something. Perhaps you are an entrepreneur trying to persuade a group of venture capitalists to invest in your idea or you might be giving a sales presentation to a potential client. Whatever the reason, there are…

Great presentations begin with proper planning, which is why presentation planning is an important skill for any professional. Whether you are pitching a product to customers, sharing ideas with colleagues, or giving the keynote speech at an industry conference, the ability to present well will set you apart from others in your field. Planning an…

There are millions of business presentations given every year around the world, but how many of them are actually successful? The truth is, you have probably sat through your fair share of dull and boring presentations and you may even have a hard time thinking about the last presentation that really motivated you. That’s because…

Long gone are the days when a sales pitch involved a nice demonstration of your product and a conversation between a couple of businesspeople. In today’s business world, customers are more savvy than ever so a sales pitch must be a well-crafted, engaging, and personalized presentation. Today’s buyers are more informed than ever before, so…

Boring PowerPoint presentations are all too common, which is why many presenters have chosen to ditch them entirely. However, is PowerPoint really to blame for boring presentations? The fact is, PowerPoint can be an effective tool for sharing information and reinforcing key points in a presentation if done correctly. The idea is that the PowerPoint…

We have all been there, trudging into work for a multi-day workshop on presentation training. You may feel less than enthusiastic about having to speak in front of others. Not to mention the pile of work you are leaving behind on your desk to attend the workshop. This type of attitude will not do the…

Though skilled communicators often rely on their words and presence to make an impression, visual representations can be a great way to convey your message to audiences. Whether you are pitching a new product, leading an informative discussion, or persuading an audience to take action, visuals can help audiences understand your message and remember it.…

A great presentation can mean the difference between landing that big deal and losing it. It can ignite your career or sabotage your future. It can engage an audience or put them to sleep. Presentations are important for people across any industry as a means for sharing information, sparking conversation, or motivating people to act.…