Presentations to City Councils for Truck Wash Locations

The first sentence was; Not in my backyard! And that is how the presentation to the City Council began. We came with information and data and a perfect plan, but the Sierra Club Lady and resident hippie stood up just before we started talking and said; not in my backyard!

What Are Most PowerPoint Slides Good For?

Advice on crafting a successful PowerPoint presentation.

The Big Word Trap

This article explains why you should stop using big long words during your speech or presentation.

Selling Yourself as an IT Consultant

You need to consider yourself as being an IT small business. You can join a recruitment agency that supplies contractors to clients, but you can't expect them to do your selling and promotion for you.

Quick Presentation Tips

If your speech is long, have a proper introduction and sub-headings. Do research and know your content well. Give your participants a copy of the presentation slides. Ensure that the air-conditioned ...

The Secrets To Customising Your Microsoft Powerpoint Design Template

Microsoft Powerpoint is what I consider the most powerful presentation tool available on the market and whilst there are competitors, it is pretty obvious that Microsoft Powerpoint ranks as the number one presentation tool in the world. Just look at the number of seminars, lectures or presentations you go to and how many people are using Microsoft PowerPoint, in my experience, about 95% of them. Let me ask you a question though. How many times have you seen the same template, presentation after presentation?

How To Write An Artist Statement

Follow these six steps to compose a compelling artist statement - a powerful tool for creative growth as well as for business success.

What Annoys Audiences About PowerPoint Presentations?

A survey of 688 audience members reveals what audiences say annoys them about PowerPoint presentations. Make sure you don't make these mistakes with your next presentation.

Presenting a Government Project to the American People

When the government wishes to promote a new project or social program to the American people it must be very careful to be able to clearly and concisely explain it. The program must be based or bathed in reality and containing a good portion of common sense. Of course the most important thing is it must be simple and easy to understand so that everyone can get the concept.

Over Done Cologne and Your Business Presentation

One of the easiest ways to destroy a business presentation is to over do the perfume or cologne, as it is distracting and even if the scent is one of high-price and quality, it also is a turn-off to a board of directors or decision making group? After all what are you trying to hide? Are you trying to mask the fact that your program or pitch stinks as much as your body odor? Over Done Cologne and Your Business Presentation do not mix.

Persuasion and Presentation Preparation

You have to know as much as you possibly can about the people who will comprise your audience. You must uncover what their interests and expectations are. You must also take into consideration where you'll be speaking, what time of day it will be and what logistical and technical considerations may play a role.

Presentation Skills

You've only got about fifteen to thirty seconds before people start to settle into their impressions. Hence, when effectively presenting, we want openers that will not only grab our audiences' attention, but will also quickly establish our credibility, cultivate goodwill with our listeners and introduce our topics.

Charismatic Communication: Conceptual Entrapment - How Metaphor Governs Our Lives

Researchers have built up a formidable body of linguistic research that proposes that deep metaphoric concepts govern what you perceive, how you negotiate the world and how you communicate with people. They prescribe the way you function right down to the minutiae of daily life. Knowing how metaphor giverns the perceptions of audiences is an essential tool in charismatic communication creating