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It's hard to be human
Speak Schmeak
APRIL 16, 2017
Pretending to be a giant at the Christmas tree lot Most of my clients aren't afraid of speaking. They're well past the point where they avoid speaking engagements or rush to get them over with.
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Create a soft look with semi-transparent images in PowerPoint
PowerPoint Tips
JULY 8, 2017
You can’t make an image itself transparent in PowerPoint, but there’s a workaround. Why would you want to make an image transparent? For a soft look. To overlap images. To let text show through. You might have other reasons — if so leave a comment! It’s a matter of choice.
Four Public Speaking Lessons – and a Drone!
Manner of Speaking
APRIL 17, 2017
I recently had the pleasure of spending 10 days in Barcelona for work and pleasure. The first week was spent at IESE Business School where, once or twice a year, I join four others to teach public speaking and communication … Continue reading → Delivery Conor Neill Feedback Florian Mueck gestures IESE pause public speaking Tobias Rodrigues Tony Anagor
How to open your talk with a question
Speaking about Presenting
JUNE 8, 2017
Do you sometime struggle to decide how to open your presentations?
Book Review: The Compelling Communicator, by Tim Pollard
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
MAY 8, 2017
The true value of Tim Pollard’s excellent new book is conveyed by the subtitle: Mastering the Art and Science of Exceptional Presentation Design. While much of the literature on what makes a ‘compelling communicator’ focuses on cultivating delivery skills and stage presence, Pollard rightly consigns these topics to a brief Epilogue. Rather, his focus on […]. Public Speaking Speechwriting presentation design
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Five Things You Didn’t Know PowerPoint Could Do
Presentation Guru
MARCH 30, 2017
PowerPoint has come a long way since the days of bullets and text, but how many people actually realise just how much is possible with this most widely used presentation software? Taking the time to learn just that little bit more than everyone else will make your presentation instantly stand out.
Listen Only to Those who Speak with Gravitas
Speaking Freely
JANUARY 12, 2017
I made a decision this morning to listen only to people who speak with gravitas. The last couple days I have been watching the news on CBS This Morning. Yesterday Samantha Powers sat with the CBS This Morning hosts, Charlie Rose, Nora O’Donnell and Gayle King.
How to inspire others
Kate's Voice
APRIL 12, 2017
What makes a talk or conversation inspiring? Is it magic? Is it power? Is it beauty that inspires? Is it joy, pain, or sorrow? Leaders often feel a need to be inspiring because they want to get people to embrace their ideas and follow their lead.
Two-time Academy Award winner needs an acting coach?
Speak Schmeak
MARCH 31, 2017
Billboard Daily Blog Are you a fan of "Grace and Frankie," the hot Netflix series starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin? My husband and I arrived late to the party, but are now all caught up and attempting to savor season 3 instead of bingeing, like some of my friends have done.
Using a slide layout template for infinite variations
PowerPoint Tips
APRIL 4, 2017
Once you create a great slide layout for a presentation, you can use that slide over and over by changing the text and the image. This technique will save you an amazing amount of time and make your workflow easier. For example, this slide is simple but useful for many situations.
When is your next public speaking engagement?
Manner of Speaking
MARCH 13, 2017
It doesn’t have to be a TED Talk or a formal presentation at a conference. It could be a five-minute status report on your project at the next team meeting; it could be saying a few words about a colleague … Continue reading → Motivation Leonardo da Vinci Nike public speaking
Kerrie Campbell - Will She Be Gretchen Carlson of Legal Sector?
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
APRIL 18, 2017
The class action gender lawsuit against Chadbourne & Parke could become the analogue of Gretchen Carlson's sexual harassment litigation against former Fox head Roger Ailes.
Infographic: The Do’s and Don’ts of Presenting
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
MARCH 18, 2017
The good people at Walkerstone in the UK (a team of professional trainers who are also business writers and marketers) have produced a great infographic, with an informative preamble, on the Do’s and Don’ts of Presenting. This content appears with their express permission. The Do’s And Don’ts of Presenting There are two elements to making […]. Business Communication Public Speaking Infographic
4 tips and 1 Tool That Will Help You Perfect Your Slide Design
Duarte Blog
MARCH 14, 2017
A good presentation depends, at least partly, on good slide design. Surprisingly, if you want to make great presentation slides, it helps to understand a little bit about the human attention span. Let’s start with you. Picture yourself arriving at the last presentation you attended.
Pixar Studios Offers Free Storytelling Lessons Online
Presentation Zen
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
In cooperation with the Khan Academy , Pixar and Disney have been offering Pixar in a Box , an on-going series of behind-the-scenes lessons taught by Pixar's professionals (storytellers, animators, directors, artists, etc.).
The Eloquent Woman's weekly speaker toolkit
The Eloquent Woman
JANUARY 9, 2017
Savvy speakers keep up with my wide-ranging reading list on women and public speaking by following The Eloquent Woman on Facebook , where these links and articles appear first. I always collect them here for you on Mondays as well.
How to Design a Presentation that will Convince Investors
Presentation Guru
MAY 11, 2017
Investors are a special type of audience. I have been creating investor presentations for my clients for the last decade, and would like to share with you some of the things I have learned along the way.
Sandra Zimmer Method Workshop Overcomes Life-Long Discomfort of being Center of Attention
Speaking Freely
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
The Sandra Zimmer Method Workshop teaches you to convert public speaking fear, tension and anxiety into free flowing energy and excitement to speak. You really can overcome life-long discomfort about being the center of attention! When you do, speaking becomes fluid and easy. A participant in a recent Sandra Zimmer Method weekend workshop said, “Had I known […].
Clean Up Your Presentation – There’s an App for That!
DeFinis Communications
JUNE 27, 2017
Use your smartphone to improve your public speaking skills. Most business professionals have some brand of smartphone by now. And every day we can learn new ways to use them to increase productivity. But did you know your smartphone can also help you improve your public speaking skills? It’s true!
You have a platform, but are you making it count?
Speak Schmeak
JANUARY 21, 2017
Whenever a celebrity—whether actor, singer, athlete or other entertainer—takes the opportunity at an awards ceremony or other public event to speak out about a political issue, certain segments of the public immediately begin scolding and lashing out. It's inappropriate!" they say.
Timesaving PowerPoint keyboard shortcuts using Shift and Ctrl
PowerPoint Tips
JANUARY 10, 2017
Like all software, PowerPoint has keyboard shortcuts — in fact a lot more than I will cover here. It’s always worthwhile to learn a few shortcuts that you’ll use often because you’ll save time and aggravation.
Analysis of Donald Trump’s Inaugural Address
Manner of Speaking
JANUARY 23, 2017
On 20 July 2017, Donald John Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States. He takes office at the end of the most acrimonious campaigns in recent history, and with Americans deeply divided, as witnessed by the … Continue reading → Analysis of a Speech Anaphora Donald Trump Epistrophe inaugural address public speaking Rhetorical device
You Are Not Your Slide Deck
Kate's Voice
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
When I was first introduced to presentations in the business world I was appalled. I realized that people thought that their slide deck was their presentation.
Free PDF book giveaway: Books on writing and business of freelance writing
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JANUARY 3, 2017
To kick off the New Year, I am giving away PDFS of my books–any of my books that might be of interest to you. In short, if you are interested in books on business, promotional, article or non-fiction book writing , or the business of freelance writing , or even my book of short stories, go to [link] , pick the book that is of interest to you and email paullima.com@gmail.com and request a free PDF of the book of your choice. That is all you have to do.
4 Ways to Use Storytelling in Marketing That Have Nothing to Do With Heart Wrenching Videos
Duarte Blog
MAY 19, 2017
So many of the articles about storytelling in marketing today focus on brand storytelling. They typically explain the storytelling marketing techniques that we can use to stir up emotion via beautiful advertising videos. Have you ever watched video ads released by Nike, or Google, or Airbnb?
Bill Murray: How Art Can Change Your Life.
Presentation Zen
MARCH 21, 2017
Bill Murray is a wonderful storyteller. A couple of years ago, I linked to this wonderful interview with Bill Murray by Howard Stern. In this radio interview, Murray said the key to being funny was being able to tell stories. How, then, does one become a good storyteller, Stern asked. "Is
What made this one of TED's most popular talks in 2016?
The Eloquent Woman
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
I was pleased, but not at all surprised, to see Judson Brewer's TEDMED talk from 2015 about "an easy way to break a bad habit" on TED's list of the 10 most popular TED talks in 2016 , with more than 6 million views and counting.
The Relationship Between Incontinence, Credibility, Trust and Value
Presentation Guru
JULY 25, 2017
You read it right. Here’s the back story. Whenever I’m a guest lecturer or conducting training, I’ll frequently start out with a story. And just for the record, I’ve been telling stories long before it became a recognized sales tool!)
Practice Breathing to Manage Public Speaking Fear
Speaking Freely
MAY 4, 2017
Breathing to manage public speaking fear really works. However, it only works if you practice it regularly and integrate conscious deep breathing into daily activities. It is often called mindful breathing.
Public speaking: Working with a professional speaker
Joan Detz Speaker Services
JUNE 1, 2017
Many organizations go to a great deal of work/expense to hire a professional speaker for their conference – but then let the ball drop by overlooking the final travel logistics. You want your speaker to arrive fresh/rested at the podium. Leave nothing to chance.
June is Effective Communications Month!
DeFinis Communications
JUNE 7, 2017
The month of June is dedicated to highlighting the importance of using successful communication skills to enhance your personal, team and workplace development. For public speakers, communicating in a clear, powerful and engaging manner is essential to effectively connecting with an audience and achieving your intended result.
Working with multi-speaker presentations
PowerPoint Tips
MARCH 19, 2017
I just finished work for a client on a multi-presenter presentation. It was a presentation that will be given to nurses at a nursing school and I thought I’d share my experiences with you.
Some “very” good advice
Manner of Speaking
JANUARY 17, 2017
Mark Twain once gave the following advice to writers: Substitute ‘damn’ every time you’re inclined to write ‘very’; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be. American novelist and columnist Florence King was … Continue reading → Grammar Florence King grammar Mark Twain public speaking very writing
Anti-Semitism Lite - I Was Taken for Jewish in Tucson, Arizona
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
Anti-Semitism seems to have returned to the supposed melting pot: the U.S. Yesterday, there were 11 bomb threats targeted at Jewish Community Centers (JCC) reported. The U.S.
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