One of the most common objections I hear from leaders who bring me in for presentation training is, “I don’t want to over-prepare. I’ll sound too rehearsed and I want to come across as spontaneous.” ...

When his company vice president requested a presentation to the executive team, William (not his real name) felt a familiar twinge of anxiety. Because William was aware he used too many filler words, ...

This article offers practical advice for delivering impactful presentations at industry events, emphasizing the importance of a comfortable stage presence, understanding your audience, designing ...

Are so-so slides keeping your presentations from standing out? Do you wish you could sprinkle some TED Talk-level tricks into your next speaking gig at the department meeting? Check out these tips ...

How many of us realize that giving a presentation or making a speech is all about persuasion, influence, and emotional intelligence? Impactful presenters understand the power of empathy to understand ...

Support of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors will host a workshop titled “Preparing for Intersections: Improving Presentation Skills.” Presented by Jennifer DeSantis, associate director of ...

Are you a graduate or undergraduate student who is preparing for an upcoming research poster presentation? Have you been asked to create a research poster, but are uncertain how to proceed? Attend ...

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed while preparing for a big presentation, you’ll be pleased to know that help is just a click away with Google Gemini. This AI-powered tool within Google Workspace is ...

So much has been said about the fear of public speaking. However, little or nothing has been said about the underlying emotion that keeps you away from showing up and becoming the influential leader ...