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Marketing | Presentation skills
Whether you love taking centre stage in front of a large group of people or if the idea of a business
presentation sends you into a major panic, good presentation skills are something you are likely to require
at some stage in your career.
In this section you’ll find practical business presentation tips for delivering
effective business presentations. We also provide strategies
to make business presentations memorable and look at what makes a great
presenter.
Presentation skills for beginners
21 Apr 12Alicia VaughnUnless you can deliver a presentation in a professional and credible manner, you risk not being taken seriously in business. Here’s how to engage, motivate and inspire your audience. Read more
Comments: 210 ways to manage public speaking nerves
12 Nov 11Alicia VaughnFeeling a bit anxious at the thought of speaking in front of a group? Have public speaking nerves gotten in the way of a star performance at business meetings? Read more
Comments: 9PowerPoint 2010: fabulous new features
15 Sep 11Emma BannisterI am a self-confessed PowerPoint geek. I love people’s reactions when I share my PowerPoint 2010 tips and tricks and they discover how easy it is to do things faster and more effectively. Read more
Comments: 1The power of the pause
26 Aug 11Maria PantaloneHave you ever listened to a speaker who says ‘um’ or ‘ah’ a lot? These are called fillers, and we often use them subconsciously or when we’re nervous. Read more
Comments: 2Creating emotionally engaging presentations
18 Aug 11Emma BannisterThe purpose of almost any presentation is to alter the behaviour or thinking of your audience. If that’s your objective, you’ll need to create an emotionally engaging presentation. Read more
Comments: 1Top tips for an authentic presentation
16 Jun 11Emma BannisterCommon presentation tips include being told that we speak too high, we need to speak louder, or we were too fast. But in fact, it’s not just about pitch, volume or pace. Read more
Comments: 8Turning conference delegates into sales leads
12 Jul 10Peter ChalyYou’ve landed a great speaking spot at a national conference. The audience is full of prospects from your target market, and what’s more, they’re all looking up at the podium waiting to hear you speak. Read more
Comments: 6Presentation tips: No more quaquaversial presentations
21 Apr 10Maria PantaloneNo more what? Have I impressed you with my fancy terminology yet? I doubt it, yet many speakers use jargon all the time. Read more
Comments: 6Five public speaking tips
14 Mar 10Lucinda LionsMost people would rather be trampled by humans than talk in front of them. If that describes you, here are some public speaking tips to help make public speaking less daunting. Read more
Comments: 15Overcoming the fear of public speaking
02 Feb 10Maria PantaloneButterflies, pounding heart, sweaty palms, shaky knees. Sound familiar? These are symptoms of stage fright, and you can overcome them. This article looks at overcoming the fear of public speaking. Read more
Comments: 14The dreaded Q&A: How to think on your feet
03 Nov 09Maria PantaloneImagine you've just given a great presentation where you've covered all of your key points. But wait, there's more! Most presentations end with a question and answer session. Are you ready to think on your feet? Read more
Comments: 8Presentation skills: What makes a great presenter?
10 Jun 07Sue CurrieBeing able to communicate effectively is a key part of business success, making the ability to confidently deliver a speech or presentation is an important skill. Here are a few tips that may help improve your presentation skills. Read more
Comments: 8Business presentation skills: How to make presentations memorable
10 Jan 06Ricky NowakIn my last article on business presentation skills I focused on how to deliver effective presentations relevant to your customer. Let’s now focus on how to make your presentations memorable. Read more
Comments: 5Five strategies for delivering effective presentations
17 Nov 05Ricky NowakIf you've ever been guilty of subjecting your audience to death by PowerPoint, these five strategies for delivering effective presentations will help. Read more
Comments: 1Developing client presentation techniques
13 Oct 05Richard WoodwardWhen presenting to potential clients, you're more likely to get them over the line if you keep these client presentation techniques in mind. Read more
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