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,…

Are you among those who dread the idea of a group presentation? Do you feel like you always get stuck with the brunt of the work? While some of your concerns might be valid, don’t count out group presentations just yet. There are actually a number of benefits to co-presenting. Presenting with the right partner…

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…

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 Rather than going with traditional slideshow templates and outdated transition effects, it’s time to think outside the box and get a little more creative with your slideshows.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…

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…

If you are preparing for a presentation, you’ve most likely dedicated time to preparing your content, putting together the perfect outfit, and rehearsing. However, there is one aspect of your image you may have neglected: the effectiveness of your voice. The way you articulate can have a huge impact on the way others perceive you.…

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.…

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,…

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…

You have less than 60 seconds to capture the attention of an audience. They decide within that first minute whether they want to pay attention or begin sifting through their emails. That’s because everyone has sat through countless PowerPoint presentations and many of them will make your eyes glaze over. This is why it is…