Virtual Presentation Back Up Plans Are A Must What could possibly go wrong? Lately, I have been delivering a fair number on online presentations – from online trainings to webinars. And I am learning much along the way. Yes, delivering online is a bit different than delivering a presentation to a live audience in a […]
Communication Skills
Virtual Presentation Tips For A Virtual World
Virtual Presentation Tips For Audience Engagement Whether you are delivering a keynote, training, or leading a virtual meeting, engaging your audience is still your main objective. It is more challenging in a virtual environment. Here are some virtual presentation tips for more audience engagement. Before your presentation: Become familiar with the platform you will be using […]
Connections
Connections Bring You Closer To Your Audience Many speakers are aware that telling a story, making eye contact, and using the word “you” helps to connect with an audience. But, have you ever considered the distance between you and your audience influencing these connections? My first experience with connections through proximity came many years ago […]
Speaker: Gain Confidence Over Your Fears
Are Any of These What You Fear As A Speaker? 1. Fear of speaking to large groups. “I’m comfortable speaking to small groups, it’s speaking to large groups where I get very uncomfortable,” a recent speaker told me. The reality is that speaking to large groups is no different than speaking to small groups […]
Speaking Gigs Can Be Improved By Using Improv
Improv Techniques Can Bring New Life To Your Speaking Engagements In August I attended the Applied Improvisation Network’s annual conference in Stony Brook, New York. Applied Improvisation is the practice of applying and developing the same skills that actors or musicians use, but in contexts that are not linked to the stage. I find the […]
Speakers At The NSA Conference Share Their Wisdom
Great Advice From Influential Speakers In late July, I attended the National Speakers Association’s annual Influence conference in Denver, CO. I had the opportunity to watch and learn from many professional speakers. Below is a recap of wisdom shared by some of the main stage and break-out speakers. I was inspired – and perhaps you […]