Modern Life Causes Singultus: An Overlooked Stressor That Threatens Your Career

The triggers of singultus are extremely many. Some of them are just everyday things like laughing, very hot or cold drinks and food or even spicy foods. But most of the triggers of problem hiccups are either caused by, or aggravated by the trials of modern life.

Presenting Facts to Decision Makers

All too often in presentations those giving a presentation to the decision-makers will in fact talk too much. The decision-makers have summoned the presenters to discuss with them their proposal to help solve a problem of the decision-makers. The decision maker or decision-makers did not call upon the presenters to give them a three-hour lecture on every single aspect of the situation or scenario.

What I Learned About Powerpoint Presentations In The Military

My thoughts on how to give a PowerPoint presentation. Lessons learned from military briefings and building PowerPoint shows in the military.

The Good Oil on Franchising Australian Style

Based on a real experience when looking at owning and running an franchise. Some of the areas to look out for including Price Monthly fees and Exit costs.

Speak Like a Leader - How to Command Attention, Respect, and Cooperation Every Time You Speak

When you're a leader, your reputation and your organization's success depend on your ability to present your ideas powerfully and persuasively. Being a good-enough speaker isn't good enough. You have to be a stand-out speaker.

Use Body Language to Power Up the Message of Your Presentation

In any speech or presentation, your body language adds power to the message. It support what your words are saying. The operative word here is, of course, “support”. Body language must be in tune with the message. And the corollary is that body language must also not distract or detract from the message. If they are denying each other, then your presentation will fail.

Presentation Skills - Three simple Steps to Creating a Successful & Memorable Presentation

Whether it's presenting to your manager, a team of colleagues, or pitching for new business the success of any presentation is dependent on structuring a clear message and delivering that message with confidence and conviction. But how do you ensure that your presentation has a good structure with a message that is clear enough for your audience in the first place? This article by Liz Banks provides some very simple principles that will help you create a presentation that has more chance of being remembered and acted upon by your audience.

Nine Ways to Put Your Best Foot Forward at a Trade Show

Exhibiting at a trade show can be an excellent way for new companies to attract business. However, having a successful trade show experience takes a lot of preparation. With so many booths to visit, trade show visitors don’t often linger at one booth—unless you give them a good reason to.

Become a Better Presenter - or Else!

An overlooked but critical leadership skill.

Presentation Tips for Beginners

Nervous about your next presentation? Does standing in front of a live audience make you want to run and hide? You more than likely to need to spend more time on planning, and less time on needless worry. New Zealand presentations coach and media trainer Greg Ward explains.

Warming Up for the Stadium Pitch

Imagine standing on the field of a stadium packed with 100,000 people. Every one of them is a potential customer, and in front of you a microphone waits. Your task is to deliver your sales pitch to every single person there. As you reach for the microphone, the murmurs subside. The stadium is silent. The vast field and towering stadium consume you like a hollowed crater. You wonder if your nerves will be heard in the echo of your words.

Licensing: Help To Grow Existing Product Lines

The attraction of licensing trademarks for business intentions appears to be at an all-time high, mostly in the fashion arena where consumers are buying more licensed products and brand names than ever before. For retailers, licensing opportunities provide them with a point of difference from their competitors.

Seven Great Networking Tips for Trade Shows

Trade shows require a lot of effort, preparation, and investment. If you're planning on going to a trade show, it's important to get the most out of it possible. And you won't do it by being a wallflower.

Stage Fright in Business Presentations

Presentation skills are an asset that any employer would like to see in an employee. Most people are not born with the skills and talents to stand up in front of others and give a presentation or speech. Use these skill tips, and the more you give presentations, the easier it will become. Jerry Seinfeld once said that at a funeral, most people would rather in be in the casket than giving the eulogy. Public speaking does not have to be a dreadful experience. Remember, if you believe in yourself, you can do it, and do it successfully.