Blog bites: Avoid jargon and cluttered language Use fresh, lively language Speak simply and succinctly Recently, Colin and Erica had a meeting with a large finance firm. One of the senior people opened the discussion with: “What I thought I would do is give you a bit of a lay of the land, so that …
Blog bites: Know the point of the story Be a brief storyteller Build a bridge to meaning Human beings have been telling stories since the dawn of time. It’s the glue that holds tribes, communities, cultures and people together. So how can we develop the skills of business storytelling to ensure we are effective communicators? …
Blog bites: Throw out the traditional Use lively language Deepen the relationship Pay attention to your audience Use the best body language These days, we’re all busy – and getting busier. Our attention spans are short – and getting shorter. And we all have multiple digital devices that have a constant call on our focus. …
Blog bites: Slides should add value Be confident presenting without PowerPoint YOU are the best visual aid Have you ever sat through a boring presentation? Of course all of us have. The question is – what makes it a dull experience? The answer is almost always – PowerPoint. Let’s be fair. When we say PowerPoint, …
When preparing a presentation, it’s tempting to make it all about you; to wonder how you’ll be perceived by the group, and try to come across as cool, confident and competent. This is natural. But effective communication isn’t about being the ‘star’ of the show. It’s about understanding your audience – their needs, their challenges, …
