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Presentation skills for your big-screen blockbuster
“Long, long ago in a galaxy far, far away”. “I believe in the church of Baseball”. “I owe everything to George Bailey”. “Rosebud”. Recognize these? They’re the opening lines of some really great movies. Star Wars, Bull Durham, It’s a Wonderful Life, Citizen Kane. Imagine if these movies had started differently. “In a past scenario, […]
Body Language is a Presentation Skill that Sets the Stage for Success
Have you ever heard of the comedic musician Victor Borge? Take a look at an old film clip of Borge on YouTube. His trademark humorous sketch involved reading a story and illustrating the punctuation marks by drawing them in the air with accompanying sound effects. It never failed to capture an audience and keep them […]
3 Public Speaking Tips From James Bond
Over the past month, the Bond franchise has come roaring back with the International hit Skyfall. Of course, considering the character, the movie is full of incredible stunts, gorgeous locales, and even some high tech gadgetry. However, unlike Bond films of the past, which pit Bond against a maniacal villain bent on world domination or […]
3 Ways To Always Sound Original (Even If Your Presentation Isn’t)
Some public speaking topics are easier than others. If you’re talking about a breakthrough in modern medicine the new idea can carry the presentation. However, if you’re trying to convince a room full of potential clients to purchase your product, chances are you aren’t the first person to tell them about a very similar product. […]
3 Public Speaking Skills From Fantasy Football
As the NFL® prepares for week 4, I’ve noticed many of my friends rushing to their computers and smart phones at seemingly random intervals. Why? They are updating their fantasy football rosters. The level of obsession demonstrated by some fantasy football leaguers is astounding. On an hourly basis they check for injuries, look at the […]
3 Political Campaign Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Office
The American political landscape has been ugly for as long as I can remember. The Republican primaries are a timely example. As the campaign continues, the candidates make cringe-worthy, preposterous statements, personally attack the president and each other, and proclaim that four years with another candidate will lead to Armageddon. All the while, they fail […]
