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You know the feeling… You are presenting at your organization at 5 pm, and all you get is a dazed and apathetic look from your tired audience. If you are like me, their reaction bothers you a little. How do you inject some life into them? How do you give meaning to the projects […]
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Every time you introduce yourself to a group, you have to connect three things: You have to connect yourself with the topic and then connect your topic with the audience. This concept is called the “Triangle of Trust” in the speaking world. When you do it right, the audience will love, trust, and follow you. […]
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For a couple of decades now, Microsoft PowerPoint has been a staple tool in the hands of many professionals. PowerPoint incorporates standard Office features and a familiar, user-friendly interface that allows you to create static and interactive presentations quickly. However, PowerPoint is the not the only option for you out there. There are some great PowerPoint […]
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Chiasmus pronounced: kīˈazməs/ I hate the word, but I love the power it holds. I once had a nightmare about a chiasmus. I was in class, and every time I said “chiasmus” out loud, somebody would respond with, “bless you.” I said, “I am not sneezing. I want to teach you about a powerful rhetorical device used by […]
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Mary was invited to be conference speaker on a prestigious panel at a high profile conference. Initially, she attempted to turn down the opportunity, but her manager forced her to go to represent the company. Mary became a client of mine, and unfortunately, I see many women like Mary every month. Why do competent, smart, […]
Read MoreIt was my pleasure to be interviewed by my friend Joshua Brandt. Josh is a respected journalist featured in the San Francisco Chronicle on several occasions. Hope you enjoy the interview and find it beneficial. If you prefer to read instead of listening, you will find the transcript of the interview below. Transcript: Josh: My […]
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For some, the next presidential debate between Hillary and Trump is going to be a “dog and pony show.” For me, the debate will be a battleground where weapons of mass influence will be deployed and tested. It’s both exciting and scary because a lot is on the line. Every candidate has to bring their […]
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An Impromptu speech is a talk that you give on the spot with no preparation. The speech could be as professional as a project update or as casual as a toast at a wedding. Either way, you are expected to say something smart, witty and charming. While it might feel like torture even to the […]
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I get asked the following question almost every single day… “Why do people fear public speaking?” Over the past ten years, I came across three theories that make sense. I call them “theories” because they are not a verified truth. I don’t know the truth on this matter, however knowing the ideas helps me feel […]
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I am always looking for interactive presentation ideas to share with you in this blog. Because interactive presentations are always more fun, more educational and more influential than data dumps. When you see great communicators in your organization, you will notice that they are not just flapping their lips at you, they sometimes […]
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