When presenting, most events and conferences do their best to make sure presenters have everything they need. From lecterns and clickers to lighting and state-of-the-art equipment, if you want it during your presentation, you can usually have it. But not all speakers need or want to use every tool offered when presenting. Recently when I …
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Presenting is a great way to market yourself and get your message heard. But if you don’t follow some simple rules of presenting, you could waste the opportunity. To ensure you make the most of your next presentation, follow these 5 rules: Respect your audience. Make a message map. Use visual aids well. Practice. Prepare. …
Marketers and event planners know that the dry run is essential to successful presentations and conferences. Yet, all too often, presenters don’t take the dry run seriously or fail to show up at all. I’ve conducted presentation training and rehearsals for years. While most of the time speakers show up, often they won’t take the …
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Since business attire became even more casual during the pandemic—when was the last time you saw someone in a tie—many clients are asking what to wear when presenting. Like business attire, presentation attire has changed a little with the times. However, that’s not an excuse to wear something too casual. You still need to dress …
What is a hybrid event? The hybrid event is another way organizations have responded to life during a pandemic. Some people are now comfortable traveling. Others aren’t. To reach the most people, many event planners offer the option to attend events live or virtually. But hybrid events present new challenges for speakers. How do you …
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Be remembered when presenting. Giving a presentation can be a great way to get your story heard. It helps both your personal brand and your company’s brand awareness and preference. It can inform people about your new solution or service. But research over the years suggests that audiences forget up to 90% of your presentation …
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