Standing in front of an audience is considered a daunting experience by many, whether it be on a stage or in the boardroom. Those of you familiar with this feeling may wonder why you feel this way when others don't.
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Speaking in front of an audience, whether on stage or in the boardroom, is often expressed as a daunting experience by many. Having confidence in your content and performance can go a long way into making you look and feel more confident, along with making your message more memorable. This week we thought you would find this infographic, by David Keane, useful.
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The use of social media has expanded a great deal in the past decade. As a result it is now easier than ever to find good, original content. However, with content being easily found and shared, it is sometimes hard to distinguish who owns the copyright and whether you have any right to use it - even if you acknowledge the source.
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It's no big secret that the key to a successful presentation lies within its preparation. Having said that, many people 'leave money on the table' by neglecting this important step....
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This principle says that redundant information interferes with learning and material being retained in long term memory. Giving people more information, does not necessarily increase their ability to remember the key learning points.
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Time to step back from the coal face and reflect on your leadership skills. These 7 TED talks on leadership may help you do just that...
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This principle is to all about choosing the best mode for communicating your message. Generally speaking people prefer to listen to a well-illustrated presentation than read an explanation – even if both use similar illustrations...
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Business success rests on the shoulders of employees. Wellbeing is a key influencer of productivity. Having measures in place to help you and your colleagues maintain good wellbeing is a good idea.
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Good speakers need to be both heard and understood. Being heard is a question of volume and being understood concerns articulation - and a wine bottle cork can help you with the latter...
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Many professionals have seen the potential of social media. For sure, the various sites are growing swiftly (some more so than others). Just being there, isn't enough...
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This facilitation tool is for solving big, seemingly intractable problems. Systematic Problem Solving provides a structured approach to identifying and solving a problem...
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With speech being one of the most popular ways of communicating, you ought to pay some attention to the types of words and sayings you are using...
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This principle is all about keeping your content relevant. Very simple and very important, yet often overlooked...
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When faced with a mountain of work the temptation is to jump in and crack on, getting stuff done. However, time spent organising is time well spent...
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This principle says that close synchronicity between what you say (narration) and what you show (supporting graphics) helps audience members remember your message.
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It's no secret that motivated and productive staff are a major factor in helping companies outperform their competitors...
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There is an increasing demand for good, HD video. Converting your PowerPoint presentations into HD video is reasonably straight forward. That said, many people are often left feeling frustrated with their results.
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Lying on a job application is a bad idea. Karma settles all scores in the fullness of time. So why do people think they can get away with it?
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Needs and offers is most effective when trying to rebuild communications that have totally broken down and the parties are at each other's throats!
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An essential and often overlooked business skill is the ability to delegate work. This exact characteristic has been at the core of many businesses becoming hugely successful and employing many people.
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