Reading the Virtual Room – and knowing how to react to it
Virtual presentations are usually characterised by a dense slide onslaught or one-way conversation. Here's how to keep them engaging and purposeful.
How to begin your presentation – so that it engages right from the get-go
Most openings to presentations are functional, at best. Here's how to contruct a short but impactful one that actually incites anticipation and interest.
Storytelling in Tech and Business: 9 narratives to Influence & Connect
Here are nine storytelling themes to use in Business and Tech to persuade others and build rapport - whether with leaders, peers or prospects.
The Magic of the Three-Part Structure in Presentations
Three is a magic number in presentations, helping audiences retain your message. Discover how to structure your information for easy recall.
How to provoke action at the end of a presentation
The end of a presentation can seem very much like falling off a cliff: you’ve got some solid content that...
Why you shouldn’t script a presentation
Here are 9 reasons that using a script in a presentation doesn't work, plus how to increase engagement by dumping the script.
How to be funny when your content is not
It's Friday at 3pm and your audience isn't in the mood for your strategy and Venn diagrams. How can you be funny when your content is as dry as a bone?
Get Over It: Knocking Down The Barriers to Influence
What's stopping you from being effective at influencing others? That'll probably be due to at least one of these six barriers.
The Art of Dealing with Subtle Snipes and Baseless Accusations
Deal with unfounded accusations or passive aggression with grace: no more feeling 'trapped' or bombarded.
The creative problem solving process – from dream to reality
Creative problem solving is absolutely crucial to as individuals or organisations. Here's how to access more inventiveness.