Presentation Expression for Directing a Question to a Team Member
What to say if during a team presentation, you don’t know the answer but one of your teammates does. (more…)
How to Use Humor in a Presentation Attention Grabber
Humor is a great way to start a presentation if you do it right. I want to be clear. I don’t mean opening with an actual joke that has a classic setup-punch line format. However, I do recommend using humor. (more…)
What NOT to do if You Run Out of Time When Giving a Presentation
One of the biggest challenges when giving a presentation is sticking to the time limit. All presentations have a time limit and it’s very common for people to go over time. This is incredibly annoying and shows a lack of preparation. (more…)
What is Uptalk?
What exactly is “uptalk” and is it unprofessional? Put simply, uptalk is the tendency for some speakers to use an upward inflection on the end of their sentences so that everything sounds like a question. Uptalk or “upspeak” is often associated with the way teenagers talk in Southern California but is no longer limited by geography.
How to End a Presentation
In this video you’ll learn how to end a presentation, which is something you absolutely need to know how to do! (more…)
How to Answer Questions After Presentations
Many presentations end with a question-and-answer session. Clearly, handling questions smoothly can be a challenge. You have probably witnessed speakers ace a presentation and then stumble while responding to questions. The main reason for this ineffectiveness is that many presenters give long-winded answers to listeners’ direct questions. (more…)