Presentations are given for all kinds of reasons. The type of presentation and presenters that I work with the most are technical in nature. In working with technical presenters from different fields, I see some common problems that presenters have when they present a technical topic. Here are 3 of the most common mistakes I […]
New Professional Speakers — 3 Rehearsal Tips to Show You’re a Pro!
There are many four-word phrases that I hate hearing — “The car sounds funny.” “Your flight’s been delayed.” “Are you sitting down?” “The IRS just called.” When it comes to public speaking, the most dangerous four-word phrase is “I can wing it.” Ugh! I’ve seen this attempted by both novice and experienced speakers, usually with […]
Aspiring Professional Speakers — 3 Easy Techniques to Show You’re a Pro
To be an effective professional speaker you must be memorable right away. If you lose your audience from the start you will have to work extra hard to win them back. Here are 3 easy things that ensure you capture their attention within 5 seconds of stepping on stage. Pre-Show Prep Before stepping on stage […]
