by Eric | Feb 27, 2014 | presentation, presentations, speeches, Steve Jobs, Uncategorized
When Does It Start? Your presentation “starts” before you stand up, approach the lectern or even open your mouth. An effective presentation begins before the audience even arrives. As a technology and communications consultant, the majority of my work...
by Eric | Dec 13, 2012 | communication, communications, entrepreneur, presentation, presentations, speeches
Do I Have to Speak? Yes! To my knowledge, no one has ACTUALLY died from public speaking. The benefits far outweigh the risks: recognized as an authority, supplemental income, renewable confidence. I have not always been a professional, but speaking has transformed my...
by Eric | Oct 4, 2012 | communication, communications, entrepreneurship, personal development, presentation, presentations, speeches, twitter
We’re not talking baseball. People like Jack Dorsey (Twitter) and Sir Richard Branson (Virgin) are great pitchers. They know how to pitch ideas to investors in a compelling and inspiring manner – and it started before they had money, staff or expensive...
by Eric | Sep 13, 2012 | communication, communications, lecture, personal development, presentation, presentations, speeches, visual aid, visual aids
“Parking lot speeches ” are most prevalent in churches. These are when the preacher says something great and life changing. However, by the time you get to the parking lot, you have forgotten it. With so much riding on YOUR presentation, you cannot afford...
by Eric | Aug 30, 2012 | communication, communications, confidence, leadership, lecture, presentation, presentations, speeches
Remember this: ALL presentations are persuasive. Seeking funding? Talking to your boss? Speaking to peers at a scientific conference? All of us are trying to persuade someone to do something. The challenge is to do it without sounding like a used car salesman. We are...
by Eric | Aug 23, 2012 | communication, communications, Facebook, small business, social media, speeches, twitter
To expand your business and share your idea beyond the borders of your state you will need to apply technology in a way that delights your customers without actually talking to them. Scary thought! When clients share a comment or question on your Facebook page, your...
