Training / Presentations: Why You Need a Lesson Plan

Why do you need a lesson plan? Believe it or not, there are several good reasons and in the end you will be glad you put in the extra effort. It pays off.

Meetings: Keep Them Productive

As a facilitator of a group meeting, you will encounter a variety of problems, one of which involves group dynamics and its effect on productivity.

Group Meetings: Being Prepared Makes a Difference

Productive group meetings depend on structure, which is the responsibility of the facilitator. Here are suggestions regarding the planning of a meeting and how to create an agenda.

Quick and Easy Rehearsal Tips

Three quick and easy tips to ensure a smooth and polished presentation. A how to on rehearsal.

Guidelines for Rehearsal Criticism

This article provides suggested guidelines for presentation criticism. While rehearsing a presentation is a good idea, it becomes that much better when gaining an outside perspective. But what should auditors look for? The answer to your question.

Perfecting Your Presentation: Auditory Reharsal And Its Benefits

This article talks about the benefits of completing an auditory rehearsal. It also provides guidelines explaining how one should go about holding an auditory rehearsal and what an auditory rehearsal entails.

Steps to a Successful Audience/Trainer Relationship

Relating to your audience is the most important aspect of an effective presentation. Overcoming your own stage fright and finding a connection with the audience, you can create a relationship that will result in a successful presentation. These steps will lead you down the path to strong training skills.

Is This Thing On? Keeping Your Audience's Attention

Eliminating distractions and eliciting feedback make for a professional and effective presentation. Here are a few tips to accomplish both. A focused and concentrated audience will make your job as a trainer easier and their feedback will help you develop your skills in the future.

Top Ten Tips For Better Business Presentations To Asian Audiences

Includes tips from international business speaker Thomas Murrell MBA CSP on how to prepare for presentations for an Asian audience.

Five Secrets to Thinking on Your Feet

Learn the secrets to giving clear, concise, and powerful answers in any situation.

Understanding An Urban Myth ( 55% / 38% / 7% is Wrong)

In this article I would like to lay to rest an urban myth that only 7% of a presentation is based on the words that you use. This figure is used by presentation trainers and coaches around the world, but it just is not true.

Bar Graphs and Presentations

Learn about presentations.

Sometimes The Best Sales Presentation - Isn't

Many people in marketing ventures are afraid they can't SELL things. Maybe they don't have to!