It should come as no surprise that one thing great public speakers have in common is a passion for their topic. Passion is an essential ingredient to a great presentation. Speakers who infuse passion into their presentations are exciting, enthusiastic, and entertaining. That enthusiasm is infectious and entices the audience to want to hear…

The secret to a good presentation is connecting with the audience. This can be difficult, given that most people aren’t naturally enthusiastic about sitting through a presentation. The problem is that we have all been the victims of a painfully boring presentation at one time or another. That’s because presenters often develop a speaker-focused perspective…

There is nothing worse than sitting through a presentation that is too complex, cluttered, and difficult to understand. Many presenters find it difficult to convey their message in a simple, clear manner. All too often their slides are cluttered and packed tight with text, their information sounds like an advanced Calculus course, and their PowerPoint…

As a presenter, your main goal is to make sure your audience remembers the main points of your presentation. This is easier said than done, however, if you have several important points to discuss. Too much information can actually leave your audience feeling confused and overwhelmed. That’s why it is so important to craft a…

For most people, the thought of giving a presentation in front of an audience is quite scary. In fact, studies have shown that some people fear public speaking more than death! Nerves and anxiety are common before a presentation but they can be debilitating for a speaker. When you are nervous, your body is on…

The moment the presenter grabs the remote and turns toward the screen, audience members immediately assume they are in for another boring slideshow presentation. The fact is, however, that it is possible to create stellar presentation slides. You just need to know how. You can’t engage audiences and convey a compelling message if your slides…

Storytelling is a form of communication that has been around for centuries and it’s a great way to connect with people. People love a good story and it helps people to understand your background, experiences, and beliefs in an engaging way. When you treat your audience to a great story, it helps them to connect…

  While the words you speak are certainly important, the way in which you say them is what will resonate with listeners. A presenter’s most powerful tool is their voice. Speakers can assert, demand, announce, state, affirm, and evoke a whole range of emotions just by using their voice. Your voice also plays an important…

Delivering a great presentation involves more than creating an outline and putting together a dynamic PowerPoint. While those certainly play an important role, there is another element that is often overlooked and that’s body language. The most important visual you can show an audience is yourself, and your body language can have a significant impact…

Engaging your audience during a presentation is no small feat, but there is one simple thing you can do to enhance your impact as a speaker: sustained, meaningful eye contact with your audience. Positive eye contact allows you to connect with your audience on a personal level. It also allows you to build rapport with…