The Presenter's Blog

JULY 3, 2012

Anecdotes, stories, and diversions bring a presentation to life. The secret is to not leave the anecdote to chance. Like a good story or anecdote, my diversion bought me not just the colors of Istanbul, but it’s sounds, and smells, and textures, and tastes. If we become lost in an anecdote, we are so relieved to rejoin our main thread that we then become lost all over again. When we add something personal to a presentation, it is a gift from ourselves to the audience.

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Joan Detz Speaker Services

JANUARY 10, 2013

If you look at the last five paragraphs of this interview, you’ll find excellent anecdotes about Margaret Thatcher and Winston Churchill: [link]. Speechwriting

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Great Public Speaking

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

This video tells you how using anecdotes can make you a winner or a loser on stage. AmazingPublicSpeaking.com You don't want to be a low level presenter do you? Over 450 public and professional speaking videos

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Great Public Speaking

APRIL 13, 2012

Discover more about effective presentations

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Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter

MARCH 21, 2017

"The Trump administration issued a new travel restriction on bringing large electronics in carry-on luggage on direct flights to the U.S. from 10 airports in eight Muslim-majority countries on Tuesday." " - April Glaser, Recode, March 21, 2017. Here is the article.

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The Eloquent Woman

DECEMBER 30, 2009

But now that her work has been recognized as an innovative approach to cancer research, Mina Bissell is doing just what every woman speaker should do: Using her experience with adversity to build compelling anecdotes that underscore her story.

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Communication Steroids

JULY 5, 2011

Tim stumbled across a 1977 book on speaker’s anecdotes and we thought we’d take a stab at reviewing a few of the anecdotes and testing them for today’s speaker. Tim stumbled across a 1977 book on speaker's anecdotes and we thought we'd take a stab at reviewing a few of the anecdotes and testing them for today's speaker.

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Nick R Thomas - A Public Speaker's Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2009

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Communication Steroids

JULY 5, 2011

Tim stumbled across a 1977 book on speaker’s anecdotes and we thought we’d take a stab at reviewing a few of the anecdotes and testing them for today’s speaker. Tim stumbled across a 1977 book on speaker’s anecdotes and we thought we’d take a stab at reviewing a few of the anecdotes and testing them for today’s speaker.

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Public Speaking Advice and Commentary

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Most people tell each other anecdotes, thinking that they’re telling stories.    An anecdote is something that happens.    To be an effective communicator, you should stop telling anecdotes and start telling stories.     That’s an anecdote.    A story has a structure that makes it memorable.    Let’s take an example:  I met a beautiful woman at a party the other day. 

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Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter

MAY 13, 2011

  Clearly,  public speakers now have in their menu of bullet-proof anecdotes one that will never not resonate.  James Tate has evolved into a global symbol of a miscarriage of justice. 

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The Presenter's Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Any web-derived resource, such as TEDTalk, will operate in the same way as an anecdote would. Presentation Content Visuals anecdotes graphics presentation presentation skills presenters' blog presenting public speaking resources

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Max Atkinson

JULY 23, 2009

Readers of my books will know that I give great emphasis to the importance of anecdotes in effective speeches and presentations, and there are two nice examples of this in Mr Brown's speech. And, as you'll see from the first few minutes, someone must have advised Mr Brown that, if you must use PowerPoint, you can't beat genuinely visual slides like pictures: Tags: Reagan anecdotes standing ovation Brown

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PowerPoint Tips

JUNE 30, 2010

At businessballs.com , you can find many short anecdotes that you can use for a variety of messages. Tags: Resource anecdotes stories Stories are a great way to make your point. Some will be familiar, others not, but you’ll probably be able to find something you can use. Check it out!

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The Communication Blog

JUNE 29, 2009

The largely anecdotal article covers the difficulties in such relationships and the advantages of such relationships. 6.29.2009 Friendship, Gay and Straight Heres an interesting article on friendship between gay men and straight men, a little researched area of interpersonal relationships. Categories: friendship , gay and straight , interpersonal relationships 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Loading.

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Nick R Thomas - A Public Speaker's Blog

AUGUST 21, 2013

He had made notes for his talk but rarely referred to them and we could have listened to many more of his anecdotes. Some content was dropped and new anecdotes and observations which I had been mentally rehearsing and refining for weeks were added, I started using a few props and an anecdote which had previously been left towards the end was now moved to somewhere near the start of the presentation. Review: Southbourne Literary Society meeting, Bournemouth, October 2012.

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Can You Hear Me Up the Back?

JULY 29, 2009

Short, relevant anecdotes work well as an introduction, because you can tell them really easily without notes, so the flow helps you create a quicker connection with the audience. Tags: Presentations anecdotes comedians comic timing corporate audience drunken uncles jokes offensive jokes presentation humor punch lines There’s a strange speechmaking tradition that you should ‘warm them up’ with a joke. A funny thing happened to me on the way to the conference today….

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Max Atkinson

AUGUST 21, 2009

Tags: Puzzle-solution anecdotes

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Presentation Guru

JUNE 15, 2017

“Stories are anecdotes and we expect medical technologies to be based on a bit more solid evidence than that.”

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Professionally Speaking...

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

If an audience smiles at the presenter when hearing a funny story or amusing anecdote, the presenter will work to incorporate more stories and anecdotes, making the presentation more engaging and memorable.

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Duarte Blog

JULY 19, 2018

All of the facts, ideas, and fascinating anecdotes probably won’t yield an audience raptly entertained. When it comes to choosing the content in your next talk, it’s important to remember: less is more. While planning a presentation, it’s tempting to include everything you know.

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Beyond Bullet Points

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Start your presentation with a striking image or anecdote, to activate the right brain at the start and provide the context for the detail to come.

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Joan Detz Speaker Services

JUNE 5, 2017

Remain silent as the speaker tells his anecdote or shares […]. When interviewing your client for a major speech, talk less and listen more. You’ll get better information – and the executive will get a better speech. Sit quietly. Watch body language. Listen to tone.

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Matt Eventoff

MARCH 18, 2014

Their eyes were locked as you wove through a carefully crafted medley of stories, anecdotes and analogies, all supporting your message. You’ve engaged your audience from the beginning of your presentation. They nodded as you delivered your message.

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Pro Humorist

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Recently, I began submitting jokes, they’re more anecdotal really, to another site. The first anecdote I submitted, cultural differences , was accepted. I am now developing myself into a freelance writer and stay at home humorist.

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The Presenter's Blog

APRIL 24, 2013

Anecdotes. Anecdotes from the author are an important part of business books. Nancy Duarte anecdotes are humorous, usually self-effacing, and always relevant. by Peter Watts. Great presenters transform audiences”, and Resonate on the Apple iPad transforms business books.

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SketchBubble

AUGUST 18, 2014

It is well-researched, thorough, structured and organized, interspersed with anecdotes and interesting titbits, and yet, it is just that – a lot of text. You are mentally prepared for that crucial presentation. You have your text ready.

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PowerPoint Tips

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Share a story or anecdote about success or failure (like in this example of being terrified before speaking). This is a review of a blog post by Craig Hadden , who blogs about presenting at Remote Possibilities. Craig is an instructional designer living in Sydney, Australia.

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Matt Eventoff

MARCH 18, 2014

Their eyes were locked as you wove through a carefully crafted medley of stories, anecdotes and analogies, all supporting your message. You’ve engaged your audience from the beginning of your presentation. They nodded as you delivered your message.

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The Presenter's Blog

JUNE 6, 2012

Hard science blends with anecdotes and interviews. “Our most important mental talent: the ability to imagine what has never existed.”.

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Speaking about Presenting

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

The presentation is chocka full of stories, anecdotes, jokes, shocking statistics, and metaphors. Clothe your structure with your stories and anecdotes. Have you inflicted one of these types of presentation on your audience?

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Speaking about Presenting

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

The presentation is chocka full of stories, anecdotes, jokes, shocking statistics, and metaphors. Clothe your structure with your stories and anecdotes. Have you inflicted one of these types of presentation on your audience?

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The Presenter's Blog

JULY 12, 2013

The anecdote provides a dramatic punchline to the logos, but also hints that the illiterate are more likely to become Taliban. by Peter Watts.

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Speak to Lead

AUGUST 24, 2010

He has included on his blog two anecdotes, one from Winston Churchill's staff, one from Franklin D. Yesterday was, as I was reminded by Max Atkinson, the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Roosevelt's staff, related to the preparation.

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Professionally Speaking...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

Wrap up with a story, quote or anecdote that summarizes your message. Jimmy Durante , one of America's most popular personalities of vaudeville and early television, used to sign off each of his radio and TV programs with, "Goodnight Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are."

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The Eloquent Woman

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Better no anecdotes than a cheesy anecdote!" She feels "It means taking abstract or general statements and making them specific" with real people and anecdotes, rather than numbing with numbers.

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Six-Figure Freelancer Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

Chapter 17: Soft and Feature Article Leads - As you have gathered by now, rather than using the W5 to deliver the news, soft leads capture the attention of readers by using a story-related anecdote, painting a picture of a person, place or thing, or posing a question.

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Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Anecdotes. Those wouldn't cut in a court of law.    When Elizabeth Warren filled out her bar application in 1986, obviously, she was already a lawyer. That meant she was trained to think like a lawyer. Lawyers demand evidence. 

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Matt Eventoff

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

The audience was clearly focused, nodding as you delivered your message; eyes locked as you wove through a carefully crafted medley of stories, anecdotes and analogies, all supporting your message. The moment of truth has arrived. You had them entranced at the open. There is no question that the majority of your audience probably agrees with what you are saying.

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Craig Strachan - Keep Talking!

JULY 21, 2010

It is filled with stories and anecdotes drawn from his own experience and from others; all of which illustrate the points that he is trying to make. Everyone Communicates, few Connect by John Maxwell. Published by Thomas Nelson. look below for a free copy.

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Six-Figure Freelancer Blog

AUGUST 29, 2013

Orange is the New Black: My Year in a Women’s Prison by Piper Kerman My rating: 4 of 5 stars The TV series is more plot driven, has stronger events and consistent characters… the book is more episodic, anecdotal and observational… but you get a much better feel from the book what prison feels like — something [.].

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Manner of Speaking

JULY 29, 2012

Reflection – Players must share an insight or anecdote about public speaking with their fellow players. I am pleased and excited to announce Rhetoric – The Public Speaking Game™, the brainchild of my friend, Florian Mueck , and me. Florian and I have a passion for good public speaking.

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Matt Eventoff

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Very) Short Story/Anecdote - Based on the principle of show, don’t tell: Use a very brief story or anecdote to drive a message. Whether taking a company public, introducing a new product to market, delivering a new lecture or simply leading a team meeting, the conclusion is crucial to the success of any presentation. It is the final impression to you will leave your audience with. Last week we went over three ways to effectively end a speech.

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