It’s All About Them I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “What’s in it for me?”. And you realize that when you listen to a presentation, you pay attention to the parts that have value for you. So… when you develop a presentation, do you think about your audience and what information is most beneficial to them? …
I can’t count the number of times I’ve met people who are so terrified to give presentations that it actually holds them back in their careers. They may miss out on a promotion, not apply for a new position, or avoid jobs all together because a small part of the responsibilities includes giving presentations. If …
With the current economic situation, I’ve heard a lot from managers and team leaders about how their team is distracted by all the negative news. They’re looking for ways to help manage the fear and to keep their team focused on the work at hand. I tell these individuals that the number one thing they …
How to motivate yourself to practice Question submitted from one of our members: In a previous post, you talked about practicing a presentation. I always tell myself I’m going to practice and prepare, but end up reading my speech. How can I motivate myself to practice out loud? Sheri’s Response: Plan to give yourself …
