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Tip #15: Where to Sit to ‘Influence and Include’

You’re about to make a persuasive presentation to a cross-functional task team of your peers in a conference room with a long rectangular table. Quick – where’s the best place to sit? The head of the table you say? Think again. The head of the table is great for a “command-and-control” style directive, but your persuasive […]

Always Do a Site Inspection Before Your Presentation

Whether stepping onto a stage to speak to 500 people at a conference center or giving a business pitch to a small team of five in a corporate conference room, one essential step in your preparation should never be skipped: a site inspection. Do it to avoid surprises. Do it to avoid mistakes. Do it […]

Public Speaking Tip #54: Site Inspections Key to Success

Doing a site inspection is a great public speaking practice to avoid pitfalls and also a good way to see if your site offers any opportunities.

Tip #16: Speak Positive, It Works

The sign in the Starbucks window reads: “We welcome Service Animals.” And, in much smaller letters, it states: “No pets, please. Thanks.” Being warm and welcoming is on brand for Starbucks so it’s no surprise that their customer signage follows suit. The message easily could have been reversed with the “No pets, please!” in large letters (and an exclamation mark […]

Thanksgiving Dinner Tip

Of course we love all the fantastic food at Thanksgiving dinner, but it’s the great conversations that really make the day special for me. The head of the table may be the traditional “power position” but a spot in the middle of the table is much better for interacting with more people. From this centralized position, you […]

Public Speaking Tip #48: Stand out in Business Meetings

Meetings, meetings, meetings. They are a big part of the day for most business professionals. And they are a big opportunity to use public speaking and business communication skills that can help you stand out. The following tips will help you make the most out of business meetings: Come Prepared. Do your homework and research […]

Vi Living at Silverstone Public Speaking Workshop

Had a great time presenting a public speaking workshop for the leadership team at Vi Living at Silverstone in Scottsdale this morning. About 30 people attended and we covered everything from where to sit to how to stand to command a room. Pictured in the photo above are (from left) Kim Bankofier, Community Relations Manager; Paul […]

To Present Like a Pro – Prepare Like a Pro

Trick question: When does a presentation begin? When you start speaking to the audience, you say. Actually, it’s the moment you accept an invitation to speak or get the assignment. That’s because that’s when you start preparing. And know this: 90% of how well your presentation goes depends on how well you prepare. Preparation the […]

End with a Sizzle, Not a Fizzle

You’ve probably seen this: You’re sitting through a great presentation that goes into a Q&A and then abruptly ends on a low note with, “Well… I guess there are no more questions. Thanks for coming.” Cue the awkward silence and scattered applause. There’s a better way. Instead of saving the Q&A for the very end, […]

How to Reduce Zoom Fatigue

In a Zoom meeting, you’re always on, even if you’re only a silent attendee. Unlike an in-person meeting, you can’t hide out in the back row. There’s a loss of anonymity. Everyone is in the front row and it feels like everyone is watching you. That visibility causes you to be on your guard and […]