Rob Biesenbach 
There’s a right way and a wrong way to practice your presentation. Sadly, I’ve found the wrong way is the most common approach: sitting in front of the computer and tabbing through the slides in silence. If it’s important (and if it’s not important, why do it?), it’s worth spending the time to do it … Read more
Years ago I attended a presentation at work when I noticed the person next to me was making little tally marks on his notepad. By the end of the meeting he got up to 17. Afterwards I asked him what he was doing. He said he was counting the number of times the speaker used … Read more
“I don’t really have to prepare — it’s just a panel discussion.” How often have you heard that? But a panel discussion is about more than just showing up and answering questions. In some ways it’s more complex than a regular presentation, with less control and more variables. So here are some tips on how … Read more
It’s been said many times that 93% of communication is nonverbal. Guess what? It’s a myth. In fact it’s the mother of all body language myths! And a harmful one at that, especially when it comes to presentations. Because it causes people to tie themselves into knots trying to maneuver their various limbs into some … Read more
When it comes to story details, some matter and some don’t. Striking the right balance between the two can be challenging — especially when the story is about ourselves.
Stories are all around us, just waiting to be discovered and told. Here’s how to find great stories you can use to win over any individual or audience, from customers to colleagues to communities. Storytelling Intimidates Most People In my storytelling workshops I equip people with the essential principles, processes and structure then I give … Read more
Some people are born to do executive presentation coaching while others have it thrust upon them. If you’re ever asked to help a colleague with a speech, here are five steps for bringing out their best.
Integrity is not just about what we do, but what we say. Here is how to communicate with integrity.
Love them or hate them, group presentations are more complicated than going solo. So here are my tips for a more seamless, effective experience.
You’re at an event, engaged in conversation, and you realize your listener is bored. Here’s how to focus your story so you don’t wear out your welcome.