In every professional’s career, there are instances where they must present information to an audience. However, it’s all too common to see attendees distracted or unengaged. To address this, here are seven principles, illustrated with examples, to make your presentations more memorable. 1. Tell a Story Stories are potent …
Communication based on DISC behavior styles involves understanding the characteristics and preferences that guide other people to adjust your approach to them. All individuals have their unique behavior styles that affect how they think, act, and communicate with others. The DISC behavior styles formula was developed by American psychologist William …
When choosing a presentation format, many people face the dilemma of which format to use. Currently, the two most commonly used formats are the classic 4:3 and the wider 16:9. Which one to choose? It is worth examining several arguments that can help make a decision. The first and one …
Speaking seems easy. We learned how to do it when we were about 2 years old. But being able to express yourself correctly and communicate with others is a different story. So, what mistakes should we avoid? Here are the most common ones. Mistake 1: Being talkative One of …
Triplets are a powerful tool in persuasive writing. Triple arguments sound more rhythmic to our ears, are more convincing, and work better than single or double arguments. So is it a coincidence that the previous sentence uses a trio? Absolutely not. The power of the trinity in persuasive rhetoric was …
When we perform in public, many things can go wrong. Dozens of things, if not hundreds. Some of these things are up to us, and some aren’t. But what’s most important when things don’t go according to plan? There’s one thing, and it’s called: Composure Composure is key in situations …
Boredom eliminated Ever since smartphones appeared in our hands, we stopped getting bored. Yes, just a few years ago, at train stations, airports, and doctor’s waiting rooms, you could find people who… contemplated. Today, we don’t have to. With the widespread use of smartphones, boredom has disappeared from our lives. …
Most business presentations require detailed argumentation supported by numeric data. Tables and charts seem indispensable. But is this enough to persuade your recipients to your point of view? The Chart Gems Tables and charts are indispensable elements of every business presentation. There’s no doubt about that. But which form …
Demosthenes was considered to be one of the greatest orators of ancient Athens. He was known for his moving speeches calling the citizens of Athens to resist the growing power of Philip of Macedon. His famous speeches against the tyrant of the north, called “The Philippics,” are a model of …
Are animations in presentations helpful or harmful? If you’re creating a presentation and wondering if you should use animations to make it more interesting, think twice. Presentations that contain animations to make them look cooler only annoy the audience. So, when are animations in presentations actually helpful? In 2002, professors …
