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Punching-Come Out Doing It On Your Next Online Presentation

Idea Coach — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 20:05:53 +0000

Punch your listening audience in the jaw, face, and whole body when you start your online presentation. Consider There are 7 PAINLESS ways, I suggest, you can engage your audience in the beginning of your presentation.

1. Showcase upbeat music for your listening audience before you even open your mouth.

2. Identify the name of the broadcast before you say your own name.

3. Pick up the pitch of your voice when you say the name.

4. Introduce yourself and your topic as if you were introducing a star.

5. Consider asking a question before you go into your topic.

6. Consider telling a really short anecdote and transition to your topic.

7. Use a rhythmic style when doing all of the above.

These suggested strategies can engage your audience in the very beginning of your presentation and keep them listening longer. The only thing that will HURT will be boredom.

Give them a try.

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Pointing-Avoid Doing It AT Your Audience

Idea Coach — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:37:23 +0000

Pointing at your audience can do more harm than good. Folks get messages from your body language. Most of us know that ,yet we may continue to use language that can get in the way of our content. Sure, if someone really wants to get all of the marrow of information out of our bones they may submit to any body language you throw at them. But we should be concerned about HOW we say what we say.

If, for example, I am teaching folks how to blog for the first time, pointing my finger at them and telling them they will not make it unless they work at it for a while may be the truth. But it may also be what can shut them down. Their brain cells may actually get sluggish and not take in the content I am delivering.

What Some Folks Think You Are Saying When You Point Your Finger At Them

Body language expert, Patti A Wood feels that it when you point at your audience it is like shooting at them. Yet it is used often for different reasons. Read her excellent article.

There are also culturally different interpretations of finger pointing. In China for example, it may be considered offensive.

Personally, If I point a finger at someone in my audience I am careful to do it with affirmation. In other words, I may say “You will not fail” or “You have the potential for greatness”. But overall, it is a tricky gesture to use and should be avoided unless you are totally aware of what you are saying and the expected response you want to have.Overall, I like to use open-handed gestures to stay on the safe side when speaking live to an audience. Hence, I try to know my audience ahead of time.

Why Should You Care As Internet Marketers?

Many internet marketers may not maintain lasting relationships with clients when they point their fingers at them during presentations. Some folks just don’t like it. It is my opinion that it can harm the presence and connection you want with your audience.

What do you think?

Plan Your Presentations With A Month View For More Energy

Idea Coach — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:27:13 +0000

Plan your presentations with a montly view in mind. The simple truth is if you agree to do a presentation on a Saturday and you also have a presentation on a Monday you will need to plan time to prepare the presentation. That should be scheduled also.

In addition everyday planned activities will take a toll on your mental and physical energy. Thus, seeing the party planned for your child on your calender as well as your presentations will give you a better perspective.

This will not only reduce your stress but enable you to deliver more dynamic and energy packed presentations.