Perhaps the biggest challenge when giving a presentation is finding a way to connect with your audience, but storytelling is highly effective. Stories are vital to the way humans communicate with one another and they are an essential part of our being. In terms of a presentation, stories create relevance for the audience, provide additional…

There are countless tips and tricks for giving great presentations but one that you might be familiar with is the 6×6 Rule. This presentation rules suggests that you should include no more than six words per line and no more than six bullet points per slide. The goal of this rule is to prevent your…

These days, millions of Americans have found themselves working from home and that has significantly impacted the way people are conducting business. This has made the need for technology to be greater than ever. Technology makes it possible to reach people anywhere on the planet through webinars, Zoom meetings, and teleconferencing. As businesses turn to…

We have all sat through a presentation at some point in our lives that really stuck with us. The information resonated in our minds and we can still recall many of the things that were said. That begs the question, “What makes a great presentation?†Is it the design? The content? The speaker? While it’s…

Persuasion is powerful and when it’s done well, it can mean a win for you and your audience. A successful persuasive presentation has the power to completely change your career. Whether you’re an entrepreneur trying to convince a group of investors to fund your new business or you’re trying to persuade board members to approve…

Compared to in-person training, virtual training is not only economical but also not location bound. In essence, the versatility of virtual training saves companies time, enabling them to focus on other tasks that improve their bottom line further. In this post, we discuss the benefits of virtual training and how it could be ideal for…

Perhaps the biggest challenge for a presenter is trying to hold the audience’s attention for the duration of the presentation. Polls suggest that nearly half of all presentation attendees admit to doing something other than listening during a presentation. One of the best ways to get your audience to stay focused is by making them…

You may not be the keynote speaker at your company’s next big event or the head salesperson in charge of giving the big pitch to win over a huge client. Nonetheless, presentation skills are still an important part of your career. Effective presentation skills are a necessity for communication. No matter your job, presentation skills…

One of the biggest challenges that presenters face is the ability to captivate their audience and leave a lasting impression. Oftentimes, presentations are thought of as one-way communication, whereas the speaker simply delivers material to the audience. Other presenters are great speakers, but they lack the ability to connect with their audience. In order to…

While preparation and delivery are critical components of a successful presentation, the visuals you use throughout your presentation are equally important. Science and research suggest that nearly 75% of learning occurs through sight, which is why visuals are a necessary tool for effective presentations. When used properly, visual aids can help your audience connect to…