When stepping into an interview, how you frame your experiences and articulate your message can set you apart from other candidates. A succinct elevator pitch, aware body language, and adept… Read More

During negotiations, the subtle art of body language can turn the tide in your favor, transforming an average sales experience into a triumph. From the firmness of a handshake signaling dete… Read More

Carving out a niche in public speaking requires a mastery of oration and a strategy to tap into the right community. By showcasing your experience and establishing credibility, you can tr… Read More

Running effective meetings is the foundation of running an effective organization. Ineffective meetings waste resources, decrease job satisfaction, and slow down decision-making. So why are… Read More

We are almost a quarter of a century into this millennium, and Effective Presentations is gearing up for a transformative year. The days of passive presentations are behind us. Scripted a… Read More

In our fast-paced and ever-changing world, the power of effective communication remains crucial. Whether you find yourself presenting at a business conference, teaching a class, or inspiring… Read More

Communication is at the core of any business venture Our Corporate Communication Training program will empower your employees with the skills, tools, and techniques to communicate confide… Read More

In a world where everyone is eager to speak, we often forget the true power of listening. Active listening, the art of fully engaging in a conversation and understanding the speaker’s… Read More

Communication is the lifeblood of leadership. Effective communication lies at the core of successful leadership, enabling leaders to inspire, motivate, and guide their teams toward shared go… Read More

PowerPoint has become widely used in fields such as business and education as a tool for creating presentations. However, not all PowerPoint presentations are equally effective. To deliver a… Read More

PowerPoint has become a ubiquitous tool for presentations in various fields, from business to education. However, not all PowerPoint presentations are created equal. To deliver a compelling… Read More

In March 2020, our world shifted on a scale no one could comprehend. With the onset of a global pandemic, everyone:  businesses, families, friends, doctor appointments, support groups… Read More

Yes, even professional presenters need help! My mother’s presentation reflections upon retirement, I wish you were there! A successful businesswoman, my mother, confided in me th… Read More

Valentine’s Day got me thinking this year…. One of the core definitions of love is that we put others’ needs above our own. Some experts have said that we, as human beings… Read More

Many people think that only extroverts can be great public speakers. They think, “if you’re good at talking in general, you’ll be good at speaking to a crowd, right?”… Read More

In recent years I’ve learned a lot about the importance culture plays in an overall business. Throughout a 20+ year career in business leadership, I’ve had the opportunity to exp… Read More

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the potential lifetime earnings of an individual with a bachelor’s degree versus someone without is over $1M higher. If we break that down over a 4… Read More

LinkedIn now commands a staggering 800+ million users in more than 200 countries. It is arguably the top destination for professionals worldwide to network with other professionals for multi… Read More

I feel anxiety building deep within my gut. Matzie is talking again. She repeats herself as an unrelenting barrage of words flows from her mouth. Glancing at Aaron, he appears to be checking… Read More

Far too often, we do not “filter” what we say, and in turn, what we mean can get jumbled. This can sometimes be sign that we need to work on our Emotional intelligence. Emotio… Read More

We’ve all been there—you’ve worked hard on your presentation and you know it like the back of your hand. But when the moment comes to begin that presentation, you aren&rsqu… Read More

We’ve all been there—you’ve worked hard on your presentation and you know it like the back of your hand. But when the moment comes to begin that presentation, you aren&rsqu… Read More

A Good Business Presentation Starts Strong If there’s one thing 2020 has taught us, it’s just how important effective communication is to the health and sustainability of a bu… Read More

Introverts: Working From Home Works If someone had told us five years ago that 40 percent (or more) of the American labor force would be working from home in 2020, I don’t know that w… Read More

Authentic Communication in a Pandemic World The challenge to be an effective communicator in our COVID-19 pandemic world is not as much about what you say but getting people to listen. I… Read More

By now, most of us are used to carrying on with socializing, going to school, or going to work via video conferencing software. Whether you use Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, or other programs, y… Read More

The Value of Storytelling Research has shown that messages delivered through a story can be as much as 22 times more memorable than facts alone. That’s because wrapping facts and figu… Read More

Tips on CARE-ful Communication   In this video address, we give an update on how Effective Presentations is responding to the unique needs of our clients. Here are the deeper insi… Read More

Business Communication Relies on Active Listening Stephen R. Covey said: “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” Everyone… Read More

The Power of The Elevator Pitch Everyone’s heard of them, and maybe you know you need one, but you still haven’t taken the time to create the perfect elevator pitch. Everyone&rsq… Read More

The Importance of First Impressions You’ve probably heard the saying “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression,” and it’s certainly true when it… Read More

Keep Your Interview Skills Sharp Research shows that as much as 92% of the population fears at least one aspect of the interview process. From “trick” questions to incomplete ans… Read More

Darth Vader and the Virtual Meeting Back in 1980, George Lucas and his production company, Lucasfilm, released a little movie by the name of The Empire Strikes Back. Maybe you’ve heard… Read More

How To Be A Leader Whether you’re the newbie in the office or a seasoned employee with tenure, learning how to be a leader will positively impact your business life in many ways. Maybe… Read More

Why Effective Communication Is the Most Important Soft Skill Humans are built for connection. Whether that connection is brief (asking a sales associate for a price), constant (bonding with… Read More

Are you communicating effectively with Co-workers? One of your most important audiences is co-workers. You are communicating to every co-worker in yourvicinity, sending both verbal and non-v… Read More

Introvert and Extrovert Misconceptions When you think of an amazing public speaker, you probably picture a charismatic, charming, engaging individual who can drive their point across with ea… Read More

Align Your Types of Communication Any time you engage with another person, there are two types of communication at play: your voice, which is sending a verbal message, and your body language… Read More

Speak From The Heart, Right From the Beginning You know that the first few minutes of your talk are crucial. It’s in this small window of time that you’ll either captivate your a… Read More

Staying in Touch Through Phone Meetings As your business grows and your client base expands, you’re probably finding it challenging to meet with everyone face-to-face. How do you maint… Read More

PowerPoint Presentations Don’t Have To Be Awful Using a PowerPoint presentation or one created with Google Slides to convey your message is a great way to enhance your presentation wit… Read More

Performance Anxiety Got Your Tongue? Being able to speak with confidence in front of the camera and set aside your performance anxiety isn’t something that comes naturally to most peop… Read More

A Great Sales Pitch Starts with Effective Communication A good sales pitch can be used almost anywhere: in business presentations, at conferences and networking events, on the telephone, or… Read More

Public Speaking Anxiety Isn’t The Same for Everyone If you had to paint a picture of your fear of public speaking, what would it look like? A troll? An eerie shadow? A dark cloud hover… Read More

Why Is Getting Presentation Feedback So Important? Collecting presentation feedback is probably low on your list of priorities, especially if you’re terrified of public speaking and no… Read More

Presentation Disasters Happen All The Time There’s an old saying that goes: “The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” Translation: I don’t care who you are… Read More

Filler Words In Public Speaking I know you notice when others use them. I know you don’t mean to use them yourself. But those awful filler words have a way of creeping into your presen… Read More

Close a Presentation Effectively You may think your presentations are incredibly well put together; you invest a lot of time into practicing your delivery and you are careful to use body lan… Read More

The Truth About Body Language When people tell us about their fear of public speaking, we find that what they’re most worried about is giving a bad public speaking performance. They wo… Read More

Are You Guilty of These Bad Presentation Habits? What makes a bad presentation…well, bad? You’ve heard the saying “There are no small parts, only small actors?” It&r… Read More