Seth Godin Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

If you’re called on to give a talk or presentation, the biggest trap to avoid is the most common: Decide that you need to be just like a professional presenter, but not quite as good. Being a 7 out of 10 at professional presenting is a mistake. The alternative is to eagerly become an amateur presenter.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 29, 2023

The boardroom is a distinct forum that requires a different type of presentation and preparation. In this article, the author outlines three practices every business leader should embrace to enhance their board presentations: 1) Start with a governing thesis: a big idea or perspective that captures the main point of the discussion.

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Seth Godin Blog

JUNE 9, 2023

Since then, I’ve tried many hacks for how to integrate Keynote presentations into this environment. In short: you can create and control a Keynote presentation with a green screen built in so your face shows through–one screen for you and your slides that is easy to control and not awkward the way screen sharing is.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 19, 2019

Some firms, however, use what’s known as the “case presentation interview” to test candidates. The post Case Presentation Interview: New Style of Case Interview appeared first on Management Consulted. And the case interview has been a consistent staple in the consulting recruiting process.

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Consultants' Consultant

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The post Presenting with charisma appeared first on Consultants' Consultant. Consultants Consultant: Developing Charisma is an important element in leading and influencing. This video outlines some.

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David A Fields

JULY 27, 2016

As consultants, we often give speeches and presentations. Sometimes on platforms in front of dozens or hundreds or thousands of listeners. Sometimes in small sessions with a client or a prospect. Every talk is a golden opportunity to advance your consulting business.

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LSA Global

AUGUST 23, 2022

To Be Heard, You Must Build Trust While Presenting Often overlooked in business presentation skills training is the essential ingredient of trust. While they may “hear you,” your target audience will not be motivated to act or think differently as a result of your presentation unless they trust you and your message.

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LSA Global

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Product-Oriented versus Customer-Oriented Experienced sales managers know that their team’s sales presentations should orient their messages toward the customer rather than the product. Yet research shows that salespeople regularly stumble headlong into a product-oriented approach when making sales presentations.

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The Consultants Peer Group

APRIL 21, 2023

In one of my most memorable coaching scenarios, I had been called in to help a business owner and two of his direct reports negotiate some important decisions regarding company direction. The direct reports held equal positions (VPs) and equally comparable influence with the owner.

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Leadership Vision Consulting

DECEMBER 18, 2022

The post Reflections on Being Present first appeared on Leadership Vision. The post Reflections on Being Present appeared first on Leadership Vision. So here it is, our final episode of the year. We hope you have a great holiday season and will see you in the new year.

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LSA Global

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

94% Satisfaction 65% Knowledge Gain 97% Net Promoter Score This fast-paced technology client must present compelling solutions to executive-level buyers in order to win new business — as individuals and in teams. Compelling Sales Presentation Delivery Skills Energy and calmness together create dynamic sales presentations.

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Kai Davis

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The post Presenting, Design Your Productized Offer appeared first on ?? And if the idea of launching a productized offer and streamlining your services tickles your fancy, you’ll want to apply to the course sooner rather than later. There are a limited number of seats, and we’re going to process all applications first come, first served.).

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Henry DeVries

AUGUST 24, 2018

“Make no mistake, as a speaker, you will be judged more by how you present than what you know,” says Candy Campbell, international speaker, award-winning actor, author, and filmmaker. Here are seven traps to avoid in your presentations.

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The Clever Consultant

JULY 7, 2015

Whether you’re helping a client build a business case or, launching a strategic project, chances are you’ll need to get your hands dirty by calculating the Net Present Value (NPV) of their investment.

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2017

Consultants Consultant: Faster presentation Prep! So it takes you days to prepare a presentation. What is that one thing for your presentation? The post Prepare presentations faster appeared first on Consultants' Consultant. But today you have only an hour. Here are some important ways to approach it.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 3, 2024

Well-presented problem slides can set up your presentation, and help make your value contribution to the client clear. Instead, provide a focused and actionable statement that serves as a foundation for the remainder of your presentation. This is where data collection and analysis come into play.

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Harvard Business

JULY 28, 2023

Grabbing and keeping your audience’s focus is critical to communication success. What you have to say is important, so give yourself the best chance to convey your message to your audience by first gaining attention, but then, more importantly, sustaining it.

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Presentation skills agenda for my programs in Sydney: Presentation Mastery. Agenda for Presentation Skills Sydney Here is a typical agenda for my presentation skills program in Sydney: 1. What makes a good presenter 2. How will you know you are a better presenter 3.

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Presentation skills agenda for my programs in Sydney: Presentation Mastery. Agenda for Presentation Skills Sydney Here is a typical agenda for my presentation skills program in Sydney: 1. What makes a good presenter 2. How will you know you are a better presenter 3.

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Presentation skills programs in Sydney: Presentation Mastery. Agenda for Presentation Skills Sydney Here is a typical agenda for my presentation skills program in Sydney: 1. What makes a good presenter 2. How will you know you are a better presenter 3.

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Harvard Business

JULY 12, 2023

One of the most common unpleasant surprises that you’ve likely faced as a public speaker is getting your time cut short. You go into the meeting with a plan for what you’re going to cover based on the allotted time you’ve been given. And then, the technology doesn’t work until 15 minutes into the meeting.

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Prudent Pedal

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

There is a clear delineation between effective and ineffective presenters and business-development winners and losers. If you want to be an exceptional marketer or salesperson, you have to know how to present your ideas and recommendations to executives. . This is the most important element when presenting to executives.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sure, we may jot down our key points or put together a flawless presentation, but have we prepared our brains to seek the outcomes we desire? Although I don’t remember most of it, I still use this one process before any important conversation or presentation. Use the present tense when you write your notes. Draw the left ear.

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2017

Consultants Consultant: Faster presentation Prep! So it takes you days to prepare a presentation. What is that one thing for your presentation? The post Prepare presentations faster appeared first on Consultants' Consultant. But today you have only an hour. Here are some important ways to approach it.

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David A Fields

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As a consulting firm leader, you’re well aware that within every client presentation longer than 30 minutes, every white paper, and every compendium of content beefier than 20 pages, you’re required to present at least one 2×2 matrix. Failure to do so could cost you your consulting license.

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LSA Global

JUNE 21, 2021

You need to know how to give a convincing presentation at work. Whether you present formally on stage, in the breakroom at work, or even at the family dinner table, who wouldn’t want the ability to positively affect the hearts and minds of listeners so that they take action on your ideas?

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Consultants' Consultant

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Get attention from people: You have worked for weeks making your presentation just so. The post Get attention when you present! You have mined the data, and you know it backwards. You have worked hard to understand whatever makes this client tick. And now they are checking […].

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Women in Consulting

APRIL 15, 2014

You may not often be called on to make a presentation, but I’m betting that when you do, you want to make sure that your audience—whether large or gathered around a conference room table—doesn’t doze off. This post draws on advice from Scott Schwertly, the author of How to Be a Presentation God, which sounds terrific. I disagree.

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Chad Barr

OCTOBER 29, 2014

This week’s reflection point: Have you ever attended a speaking presentation where the presenter was struggling while trying to get the technology to work rather than focus on his or her presentation? The post High-Tech Presentation appeared first on The Chad Barr Group. Use it wisely. © Chad Barr 2014.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 11, 2019

“After Hours” is part of HBR Presents, a new network of business podcasts curated by HBR editors. Harvard Business School professors and hosts Youngme Moon, Mihir Desai, and Felix Oberholzer-Gee discuss news at the crossroads of business and culture.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 17, 2018

This was a rare opportunity to present directly in front of the CEO, so Divya and her teammates worked hard to research their assigned topic, frame the specific challenge, and debate different ideas and solutions. Instead of hanging out at the bar after dinner, they worked far into the night finalizing their presentation.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 18, 2019

“Exponential View” is part of HBR Presents, a new network of business podcasts curated by HBR editors. In this episode, he speaks with University of Bath professor Joanna Bryson on the kind of professional and ethical standards that need to be put in place as AI continues to grow as an industry.

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Harvard Business

MAY 2, 2019

“Cold Call” is part of HBR Presents, a new network of business podcasts curated by HBR editors. In this episode, Harvard Business School professors Leslie John and Mitch Weiss discuss a case on the city of Toronto, and how it is experimenting with various smart city ideas born of the Google spin-off Sidewalk Labs.

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Consultants' Consultant

APRIL 26, 2016

The post What great presenters do appeared first on Consultants' Consultant. Martin is a sculptor so as he walked up the magnificent staircase in the foyer he noticed the marvelous curves and lines of the architecture. His wife, Gabriella, manages a professional cleaning business. She noticed the cracks […].

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Harvard Business

APRIL 27, 2022

Don’t let your slides get in the way of telling a compelling story.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Does a DDoS attack present a crisis for your organization? The post Does a DDoS Attack Present a Crisis for Your Organization? After all, a big part of implementing a crisis-ready culture involves regularly asking the right crisis-related questions, and taking a proactive approach towards crisis prevention and preparedness.

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Consulting Success

MARCH 23, 2020

Presentations are an essential part of any business. That is why it is crucial to deliver your presentations the best you can. It is where ideas are brought to light, potential connections are established, and even customers are marketed. In this episode, Michael Zipursky asks Leah Bonvissuto for her expertise in this matter.

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