Tuesday, December 14, 2010 Too much information - not enough time How to deliver your management report clearly by saying less You have been asked to present a report to management. You have two hours worth of information but only 20 minutes to speak. If you only have two hours of information then you should only speak for about 12 to 24 minutes. Follow this rule - you should always have at least 5 to 10 times more information than you present. MORE
So if you’re tired of endless searching for reliable information about public speaking, check out the list (scroll down to entry #6 and you’ll see me!). In many career paths (business, media, PR, etc,), public speaking skills are essential. MORE
as much as Inspiration needs Information. In most cases, speakers know their information - that's why they are speaking about it. Great information - useful and specific. In our desire to put forth the best information. MORE
The new story is that, with fast-moving technology and mutating business practices, we vendors look to prospects to provide information and insight about the marketplace in general and application of technology in particular. MORE
In a past article I spoke about the way to structure a sales presentation and suggested that the information about your firm should come after you have demonstrated the solution to their problem. In this article I want to expand on what to do with the “About Us” information that too many presenters feel is essential to include at the start of a presentation. So, based on what I just said, do I think you should have any information about your firm? MORE
April 12, 2011 Posts Comments The Speaker Point Helping you master public speaking and communication skills Home Delivery Speech Analysis Making Money Preparation Reviews About The Power of Visual Information February 2, 2011 By Alex Cequea View Comments We live in information overload. Today’s advances in graphic design means we can clarify messages through visual information. I believe visual information should have 3 main characteristics in order to be effective. MORE
"Facebook Inc. is working to combat a decline in people sharing original, personal content, the fuel that helps power the money machine at the heart of its social network, according to people familiar with the matter." " - Sarah Frier, Bloomberg, April 7, 2016. MORE
Uncategorized And ‘Low-Information Voters Mediaite "Barack Obama (US President)" "Bill Maher (Comedian)" bill maher Frank Luntz hbo r Obama real time romney MORE
How to Start Investor Pitch » What Information do I tell Investors? The information that you tell your potential investors is crucial during your financial pitch. News analyzed from a communication perspective. MORE
Cool gets in the way of conversations with payoffs. Those payoffs range from receiving comfort when in distress to gaining insight into a marketplace or job niche. That's because those whose signature is sounding cool are preoccupied with showcasing that persona. MORE
Sourcing our non-original material and quotes has always been ethical and important, but in today's lightning fast information age, its essential. {EAV:311a9f443c52784a} Did this picture of Morgan Freeman make you want to read this post? MORE
Yes you can present mountains of information. Choose the pieces of information that will be of most use to them. Yes you are an expert in your field. But it will not impress your audience, nor will it create an impact … unless you make it relevant. Make it relevant to your audience. How will it solve their problems? How will it make life better or more profitable? Each piece of data or fact should be couched in a point about its usefulness. MORE
So if you’re tired of endless searching for reliable information about public speaking, check out the list (scroll down to entry #6 and you’ll see me!). In many career paths (business, media, PR, etc,), public speaking skills are essential. MORE
» Will Information about Competitors take Away from My Financial Presentation? News analyzed from a communication perspective. MORE
I think that most presentations can be classified as persuasive or informative.These two presentation types can cover quite a range — more entertaining or less, informal or keynote,for example. What is an informative presentation? Informative presentations use emotion much less. MORE
Rural North Salem, New York is horse country. The Colley family had 33 of them. One images that lifestyle something out of the gilded age. Were there gala ballroom dances during the holiday season? But, the family had also become infamous. MORE
If you're a regular person with a regular job living a regular life, chances are the only times you get asked to speak is to share straight information. Even client sales presentations, if you aren't careful, can become massive information dumps. Information isn't inherently bad. MORE
Dona M. Wong’s slim volume is a beautifully printed guide to “The Do’s and Don’ts of Presenting Data, Facts, and Figures” As a former graphics director at the WSJ she set standards that made sense of complex data for readers. As a student of well-known PowerPoint critic Edward Tufte she takes the theories of [.]. Business Communication Technology design financial data PowerPoint MORE
Business Strategy Product Creation Writing Books Information Products Product Creation for SpeakersDo you have a message and/or expertise that can help people? Of course you do. Are you able to “download&# everything you have to offer in a 45-90 minute keynote? Of course not. So do you currently have products or resources that allow your attendees to “take you home&# with them? I hope. MORE
So stop reading this blog, and spend some time considering the work of David McCandless on his Information is Beautiful site. Tags: Speaker Support David McCandless Information Is Beautiful presenting numbers MORE
Inform, engage and move to action - your presentation formula for success. The three things you need to do in every presentation to be successful. Enjoy this short video with valuable presentations tips. Presentation Tips on Twitter Presentation Skills Club on Facebook Executive Speech Coach , Business presentation tips from George Torok , the Speech Coach for Executives Executive Speech Coach & Business Presentation Skills Expert George Torok www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com. MORE
If you want the audience to understand results or numeric information, don't use text on your slides that reads like your speaker notes. MORE
With information overload being the number one issue for audiences today, how can presenters better organize their information so it is easier to understand? The problem is that this assumes that the audience can remember all the points across multiple slides and put all of the information together to figure out the message. A much better way to organize the information is in a comparison table. Organize your information into two parts. MORE
Some speakers and performers have a tendency to give too much information; I recognize this because I'm one of them. I mentioned last week that we saw Rufus Wainwright on Thursday night. Julianna Raye was the opening performer, singing a bossa nova-inspired set from her new CD. MORE
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In organizational theory and practice, that's known as the "informal power network." No one would survive on the job or in a contract assignment without an intuitive feel for the dynamics of the informal power grid. MORE
Have you ever wondered why your blood boils or you grow ice cold when you experience an overwhelming amount of information? There actually may be a physiological explanation, which heightens the need for getting it right when it comes to presenting information effectively no matter what tools you use. Join Cliff Atkinson at Noon Eastern on Friday, July 20, 2012 , for this complimentary 1-hour webinar and you’ll learn: The physiology of overwhelm. MORE
Assuming you are not asking for private or embarrassing information, a pause is a powerful tool. In the process, that person will often provide more information in relation to the question—exactly what the silent person is looking for. An executive, who is a coaching client, and I were discussing the use of questions to uncover what’s behind a person’s position on a particular issue. MORE
Too much information - not enough time How to deliver your management report clearly by saying less You have been asked to present a report to management. You have two hours worth of information but only 20 minutes to speak. If you only have two hours of information then you should only speak for about 12 to 24 minutes. Follow this rule - you should always have at least 5 to 10 times more information than you present. Read the rest of Too Much Information. MORE
“The highest-paid person in the first half of the next century will be the ‘storyteller.’ The value of products will depend on the story they tell. Nike and many other global companies are already mainly storytellers. That is where the money is — even today.” Rolf Jensen, futurist and author of The Dream Society I [.]. intention Storytelling vocal delivery Expression public speaking tips MORE
For more information on a variety of job trends, visit www.careergrowthgroup.com. . It contains very practical information (and a healthy dose of motivation, too). The February 15 th CareerGrowth Group newsletter (produced by Beverly R. Daniel, MS, MBA), reports increased hiring for Public Relations specialists. These monthly newsletters address a wide range of topics: readiness toolkits … asking for a raise … New York Area market trends … etc. MORE
There could have been an information gap at the retailers. Orange juice and PCs don't mix well. Sure, I held out hope that the PC would dry out and be functioning again. But, from experience and internet research I knew that was unlikely. MORE
One of my favorite radio programs is On The Media on NPR. I especially like how On The Media describes what they are. They state that they "explores how the media 'sausage' is made." " Essentially, they make sure that what the media is covering is honest, transparent and correct. In this weekend's episode , they take a peering eye at conspiracy theories and the eulogy of Walter Cronkite. MORE
He told me he''s afraid that if he doesn''t give enough information, the audience won''t be as excited as he is. But for now, let''s just address this issue of giving a ton of information so people will get excited. Do people get excited from information? MORE
Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Speak to Move, Not to Inform In this TED video, Salman Khan, founder of the Khan Academy, discusses his revolutionary approach to education: Khan advocates flipping the traditional classroom model. From the Green Room: Speak to move, not to inform. Inform? MORE
He only spoke for 11 minutes, but he managed to introduce an outstanding amount of information in a clear, informative, persuasive, entertaining, and shocking manner. Related Articles: The Power of Visual Information 3 Presentation Skills You Can Practice Any Time How to communicate social issues through art and parody Filed Under: Featured , Speech Critiques Tagged With: engaging , Resonate , story-telling , TED [link] Nancy Duarte Thanks for the mention, Alex. MORE
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First, inundating folk with information is not training. Tags: training , information overload , learningHow do audiences learn best? Having spoken with and trained many people over the course of my career, and listened to their feedback, here's my take on what makes training effective. Here's a useful, short definition of training. training - activity leading to skilled behavior" To learn any skill requires lots of practice. MORE
In two weeks time I’ll be hosting an free webinar on How Executives Can Keep Their Organization Informed via an Online Platform on the INXPO Social Business TV network. I’ll be sharing tips on how executives can effectively inform and engage with their extended teams. Based on my experience with Silicon Valley technology companies, I’ll [.]. Business Communication Social Media Technology INXPO Webinar MORE
Research by Michael Posner reported in John Medina’s book Brain Rules shows why the typical sequence of information is not helping our presentations be as effective as they could be. I’ve been sharing this with my workshop audiences this year and I’d like to share it with you in today’s tip. The usual sequence is to methodically share every piece of supporting data we have in a logical order and present the conclusion after all the data has been shared. MORE
One way to reduce the fallout after a layoff or even new leadership is to provide employees with more information about what's going on and why. CEB found that only 34% felt they were receiving adequate information. Change rattles employees. So much so that they are are three times more likely to engage in criminal mischief or worse - such as insider trading. That's what CEB discovered in its research, reports CORPORATE COUNSEL. One MORE
Determine the key pieces of information/main points that will be relevant to the audience (and later, their clients). I'm working with a client who is scheduled to give a 12-minute industry presentation on a complex topic with lots of stats and data. MORE
A guest blog from Donna Harris, a government communicator who serves on the board of NAGC (National Association of Government Communicators) … Argh…Government! That’s what you hear these days. Either there is too much or too little government action. But wait, I work for the federal government—well to be honest—for an independent government agency and […]. Freelance Writing Professional organizations MORE
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OCTOBER 17, 2014
He told me he''s afraid that if he doesn''t give enough information, the audience won''t be as excited as he is. But for now, let''s just address this issue of giving a ton of information so people will get excited. Do people get excited from information?
The Speaker Point
FEBRUARY 2, 2011
April 12, 2011 Posts Comments The Speaker Point Helping you master public speaking and communication skills Home Delivery Speech Analysis Making Money Preparation Reviews About The Power of Visual Information February 2, 2011 By Alex Cequea View Comments We live in information overload. Today’s advances in graphic design means we can clarify messages through visual information. I believe visual information should have 3 main characteristics in order to be effective.
Succeed Speaking
MAY 10, 2011
Business Strategy Product Creation Writing Books Information Products Product Creation for SpeakersDo you have a message and/or expertise that can help people? Of course you do. Are you able to “download&# everything you have to offer in a 45-90 minute keynote? Of course not. So do you currently have products or resources that allow your attendees to “take you home&# with them? I hope.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 27, 2018
There could have been an information gap at the retailers. Orange juice and PCs don't mix well. Sure, I held out hope that the PC would dry out and be functioning again. But, from experience and internet research I knew that was unlikely.
PowerPoint Tips
APRIL 1, 2013
I think that most presentations can be classified as persuasive or informative.These two presentation types can cover quite a range — more entertaining or less, informal or keynote,for example. What is an informative presentation? Informative presentations use emotion much less.
Speak and Deliver
DECEMBER 8, 2010
as much as Inspiration needs Information. In most cases, speakers know their information - that's why they are speaking about it. Great information - useful and specific. In our desire to put forth the best information.
Dahle Communication
AUGUST 3, 2009
One of my favorite radio programs is On The Media on NPR. I especially like how On The Media describes what they are. They state that they "explores how the media 'sausage' is made." " Essentially, they make sure that what the media is covering is honest, transparent and correct. In this weekend's episode , they take a peering eye at conspiracy theories and the eulogy of Walter Cronkite.
Can You Hear Me Up the Back?
OCTOBER 20, 2009
So stop reading this blog, and spend some time considering the work of David McCandless on his Information is Beautiful site. Tags: Speaker Support David McCandless Information Is Beautiful presenting numbers
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 7, 2016
"Facebook Inc. is working to combat a decline in people sharing original, personal content, the fuel that helps power the money machine at the heart of its social network, according to people familiar with the matter." " - Sarah Frier, Bloomberg, April 7, 2016.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MARCH 7, 2018
In organizational theory and practice, that's known as the "informal power network." No one would survive on the job or in a contract assignment without an intuitive feel for the dynamics of the informal power grid.
DeFinis Communications
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
So if you’re tired of endless searching for reliable information about public speaking, check out the list (scroll down to entry #6 and you’ll see me!). In many career paths (business, media, PR, etc,), public speaking skills are essential.
Kate's Voice
SEPTEMBER 29, 2010
“The highest-paid person in the first half of the next century will be the ‘storyteller.’ The value of products will depend on the story they tell. Nike and many other global companies are already mainly storytellers. That is where the money is — even today.” Rolf Jensen, futurist and author of The Dream Society I [.]. intention Storytelling vocal delivery Expression public speaking tips
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
JANUARY 29, 2013
In two weeks time I’ll be hosting an free webinar on How Executives Can Keep Their Organization Informed via an Online Platform on the INXPO Social Business TV network. I’ll be sharing tips on how executives can effectively inform and engage with their extended teams. Based on my experience with Silicon Valley technology companies, I’ll [.]. Business Communication Social Media Technology INXPO Webinar
TJ Walker Interactive
MARCH 15, 2011
» Will Information about Competitors take Away from My Financial Presentation? News analyzed from a communication perspective.
DeFinis Communications
SEPTEMBER 25, 2013
So if you’re tired of endless searching for reliable information about public speaking, check out the list (scroll down to entry #6 and you’ll see me!). In many career paths (business, media, PR, etc,), public speaking skills are essential.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JANUARY 30, 2018
Cool gets in the way of conversations with payoffs. Those payoffs range from receiving comfort when in distress to gaining insight into a marketplace or job niche. That's because those whose signature is sounding cool are preoccupied with showcasing that persona.
Speak and Deliver
DECEMBER 17, 2012
Sourcing our non-original material and quotes has always been ethical and important, but in today's lightning fast information age, its essential. {EAV:311a9f443c52784a} Did this picture of Morgan Freeman make you want to read this post?
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Rural North Salem, New York is horse country. The Colley family had 33 of them. One images that lifestyle something out of the gilded age. Were there gala ballroom dances during the holiday season? But, the family had also become infamous.
Great Public Speaking
DECEMBER 1, 2010
Get 30 days of public speaking training for only $5.00! seminar training tomantion Tom Antion public speaking get paid to speak free speaker tips Tom Antion tom antion business
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 6, 2012
Uncategorized And ‘Low-Information Voters Mediaite "Barack Obama (US President)" "Bill Maher (Comedian)" bill maher Frank Luntz hbo r Obama real time romney
Executive Speech Coach
DECEMBER 14, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 Too much information - not enough time How to deliver your management report clearly by saying less You have been asked to present a report to management. You have two hours worth of information but only 20 minutes to speak. If you only have two hours of information then you should only speak for about 12 to 24 minutes. Follow this rule - you should always have at least 5 to 10 times more information than you present.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
FEBRUARY 19, 2011
For more information on a variety of job trends, visit www.careergrowthgroup.com. . It contains very practical information (and a healthy dose of motivation, too). The February 15 th CareerGrowth Group newsletter (produced by Beverly R. Daniel, MS, MBA), reports increased hiring for Public Relations specialists. These monthly newsletters address a wide range of topics: readiness toolkits … asking for a raise … New York Area market trends … etc.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JUNE 11, 2013
One way to reduce the fallout after a layoff or even new leadership is to provide employees with more information about what's going on and why. CEB found that only 34% felt they were receiving adequate information. Change rattles employees. So much so that they are are three times more likely to engage in criminal mischief or worse - such as insider trading. That's what CEB discovered in its research, reports CORPORATE COUNSEL. One
Pivotal Public Speaking
OCTOBER 17, 2012
Yes you can present mountains of information. Choose the pieces of information that will be of most use to them. Yes you are an expert in your field. But it will not impress your audience, nor will it create an impact … unless you make it relevant. Make it relevant to your audience. How will it solve their problems? How will it make life better or more profitable? Each piece of data or fact should be couched in a point about its usefulness.
inCredibleMessages
FEBRUARY 4, 2010
Assuming you are not asking for private or embarrassing information, a pause is a powerful tool. In the process, that person will often provide more information in relation to the question—exactly what the silent person is looking for. An executive, who is a coaching client, and I were discussing the use of questions to uncover what’s behind a person’s position on a particular issue.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
DECEMBER 19, 2011
Dona M. Wong’s slim volume is a beautifully printed guide to “The Do’s and Don’ts of Presenting Data, Facts, and Figures” As a former graphics director at the WSJ she set standards that made sense of complex data for readers. As a student of well-known PowerPoint critic Edward Tufte she takes the theories of [.]. Business Communication Technology design financial data PowerPoint
Dave Paradi's PowerPoint Blog
APRIL 17, 2013
With information overload being the number one issue for audiences today, how can presenters better organize their information so it is easier to understand? The problem is that this assumes that the audience can remember all the points across multiple slides and put all of the information together to figure out the message. A much better way to organize the information is in a comparison table. Organize your information into two parts.
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 15, 2013
Uncategorized public speaking training
Beyond Bullet Points
JULY 19, 2012
Have you ever wondered why your blood boils or you grow ice cold when you experience an overwhelming amount of information? There actually may be a physiological explanation, which heightens the need for getting it right when it comes to presenting information effectively no matter what tools you use. Join Cliff Atkinson at Noon Eastern on Friday, July 20, 2012 , for this complimentary 1-hour webinar and you’ll learn: The physiology of overwhelm.
Green Room Speakers
APRIL 5, 2011
Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Speak to Move, Not to Inform In this TED video, Salman Khan, founder of the Khan Academy, discusses his revolutionary approach to education: Khan advocates flipping the traditional classroom model. From the Green Room: Speak to move, not to inform. Inform?
TJ Walker Interactive
MARCH 23, 2011
How to Start Investor Pitch » What Information do I tell Investors? The information that you tell your potential investors is crucial during your financial pitch. News analyzed from a communication perspective.
Speaking Of...
JUNE 29, 2008
First, inundating folk with information is not training. Tags: training , information overload , learningHow do audiences learn best? Having spoken with and trained many people over the course of my career, and listened to their feedback, here's my take on what makes training effective. Here's a useful, short definition of training. training - activity leading to skilled behavior" To learn any skill requires lots of practice.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
NOVEMBER 23, 2011
The new story is that, with fast-moving technology and mutating business practices, we vendors look to prospects to provide information and insight about the marketplace in general and application of technology in particular.
Dave Paradi's PowerPoint Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2009
Research by Michael Posner reported in John Medina’s book Brain Rules shows why the typical sequence of information is not helping our presentations be as effective as they could be. I’ve been sharing this with my workshop audiences this year and I’d like to share it with you in today’s tip. The usual sequence is to methodically share every piece of supporting data we have in a logical order and present the conclusion after all the data has been shared.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
JUNE 30, 2016
A guest blog from Donna Harris, a government communicator who serves on the board of NAGC (National Association of Government Communicators) … Argh…Government! That’s what you hear these days. Either there is too much or too little government action. But wait, I work for the federal government—well to be honest—for an independent government agency and […]. Freelance Writing Professional organizations
Dave Paradi's PowerPoint Blog
JULY 10, 2012
In a past article I spoke about the way to structure a sales presentation and suggested that the information about your firm should come after you have demonstrated the solution to their problem. In this article I want to expand on what to do with the “About Us” information that too many presenters feel is essential to include at the start of a presentation. So, based on what I just said, do I think you should have any information about your firm?
Executive Speech Coach
SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
Too much information - not enough time How to deliver your management report clearly by saying less You have been asked to present a report to management. You have two hours worth of information but only 20 minutes to speak. If you only have two hours of information then you should only speak for about 12 to 24 minutes. Follow this rule - you should always have at least 5 to 10 times more information than you present. Read the rest of Too Much Information.
Executive Speech Coach
MAY 18, 2012
Inform, engage and move to action - your presentation formula for success. The three things you need to do in every presentation to be successful. Enjoy this short video with valuable presentations tips. Presentation Tips on Twitter Presentation Skills Club on Facebook Executive Speech Coach , Business presentation tips from George Torok , the Speech Coach for Executives Executive Speech Coach & Business Presentation Skills Expert George Torok www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com.
Dave Paradi's PowerPoint Blog
JULY 6, 2010
If you want the audience to understand results or numeric information, don't use text on your slides that reads like your speaker notes.
The Speaker Point
MARCH 9, 2011
He only spoke for 11 minutes, but he managed to introduce an outstanding amount of information in a clear, informative, persuasive, entertaining, and shocking manner. Related Articles: The Power of Visual Information 3 Presentation Skills You Can Practice Any Time How to communicate social issues through art and parody Filed Under: Featured , Speech Critiques Tagged With: engaging , Resonate , story-telling , TED [link] Nancy Duarte Thanks for the mention, Alex.
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