Should I Use PowerPoint?
Many people ask me if they should use PowerPoint when presenting. People have mixed feelings about PowerPoint mainly because it is so often used ineffectively. (more…)
Arnold Schwarzenegger Graduate Speech Breakdown
This video breaks down a recent graduation speech by Arnold Schwarzenegger. In general, I believe Schwarzenegger is an underrated speaker and this particular speech shows his skill. (more…)
How to Avoid Fillers in Presentations
Vocal fillers can distract our listeners. Maybe you say um, uh, and, you know, so, sorta, or kinda more than you would like to.
The list of vocal fillers is virtually endless but you likely don’t say them all. You probably use one or two specific fillers out of habit.
We’ll look at four proven ways to drastically reduce them. The first suggestion is a mindset tip.
We have to get comfortable with silence. Many of us mistakenly think that any silence in our presentations is a bad sign, like we don’t know what we’re talking about. In contrast, listeners often want us to pauses silently. Our silence allow listeners the opportunity to fully consider our message.
See the video for the rest of the tips.
Mark Zuckerberg Presentation Skills Breakdown
Mark Zuckerberg, Facebookâs CEO, does a lot of presenting and has improved greatly over the years. Just a few years ago, he sometimes came across as a nervous presenter but now he is much more confident and composed. (more…)
How to Organize the Main Points of a Presentation
The body of a presentation consists of main points. The way you select and arrange those main points is more of an art than a science. (more…)