What Are You Afraid Of?
In this week’s video I talk about fear when giving a presentation. In particular, the fear of failure. Being afraid is a normal human reaction to an unfamiliar situation. That’s ok. (more…)
How to Organize a Presentation
It’s time for an in-depth look at how to organize a presentation from top to bottom. A clear structure is one of the biggest favors you can do yourself and your listeners. Clear thinking helps you stay on track and helps your audience remember your message. We’ll look at the introduction, body, and conclusion and all of the component parts for each section. (more…)
Why I Don’t Make Sample Presentation Videos
I am regularly asked to make sample presentation videos. But it’s not something I am inclined to do because every presentation is unique and because my videos provide all the tools you would need to create a presentation from start to finish. (more…)
How to Use a Statistic as an Attention Grabber for a Presentation
You may sometimes want to use statistics to start a presentation. As you may know, the very first thing you say to kick off a presentation is called the opening or “attention grabber.” (more…)
3 Tips to Look Good in a Presentation
When it comes to giving a presentation, looks do matter. But I’m not talking about whether you’re good looking or not. I’m talking about the overall impression you give people when they see you giving your presentation. And that also means how they see you both consciously and subconsciously. (more…)
How to Grab an Audience’s Attention with a Story
Stories are a great way to start a presentation. However, many people don’t have enough confidence in their story-telling skills to do it. If you follow the classic story-telling template and a few simple tips, your stories will get better without a doubt. (more…)