Giving a presentation is something most people don’t get overly excited about it.  In fact, it usually makes people feel anxious and uncomfortable.  It can be especially nerve-racking to get up in front of a board of directors or potential clients.  Chances are these audiences know a lot about what you are talking about so…

Anyone who has ever attended a presentation has experienced that lackluster presenter who left you counting down the minutes until you could finally escape.  In fact, most people attend a presentation with the expectation that it will be boring.  Why not be the presenter who blows their minds and leaves everyone saying “wow!â€Â  If you…

Whether you are giving a formal presentation in front of a large auditorium or you are called to speak at your next board meeting, you should always aim for a clear, well-structured delivery.  This means you should know exactly what you are going to say and the order in which you will say it.  Having…

Employers looking to fill a position look for specific skills and qualities that will help to maintain an efficient, professional, and productive workplace.  Whether you are interviewing for a brand new company or looking to get that promotion at work, it is important that you possess some of these significant employee skills.  Among these skills…

Even the most brilliant movie script can be ruined if it’s delivered poorly by the lead actor.  The fact is the delivery is just as important as the story itself.  The same is true when it comes to presentations. Compelling information and interesting statistics are critical components of your presentation, but you can’t rely on…

When we hear the word “presentation†most of us immediately imagine someone in a suit standing in front of an auditorium. However, not every presentation takes place in such a formal setting.  In fact, many presentations are giving in a conference room during a board meeting or even in the office in front of a…

We’ve all heard it time and time again.  “Practice makes perfect.â€Â  Although it has been repeated many times throughout your life, it still holds true.  In just about any skill you pursue, the more you practice at it the better you will become…and public speaking is no exception.  There is simply no way around it. …

The thought of giving a presentation is intimidating for most people.  This fear and anxiety can be somewhat diminished when the presenter has plenty of time to practice and prepare.  What happens, however, when there is not time to prepare?  What do you do when you are asked to speak without notice?  This can make…

Giving a presentation is enough to make just about anyone nervous and nervous speakers will do anything to avoid interacting directly with the audience.  They almost act as if there is a barrier between them and the audience.  However, audience interaction is the key to giving a compelling presentation.  The best speakers know how to…

You have just been asked to give a presentation to your colleagues.  You are preparing to put together a Powerpoint presentation when you are faced with an important decision: How long should your Powerpoint presentation be?  You want to be sure you include all of the necessary information but you don’t want your audience to…