Presentation Pointer:  Speak their thoughts before they do

Presentation Pointer: Speak their thoughts before they do

Feb. 9, 2010 by

“Every word uttered evokes the idea of its opposite. “  –Goethe In other words, when you assert your opinion, your listeners will reflexively search their own minds for a thought that could prove your idea flawed. To take the wind

Personalizing is a presentation skill

Personalizing is a presentation skill

Feb. 6, 2010 by

People are more likely to like your ideas if they like you.  And one way to get them to like you is to be open and honest about who you are. This does not mean you have to hold your

Sales Presentations: Selling by Doing

Sales Presentations: Selling by Doing

Feb. 3, 2010 by

Meghan called.  She was a high school senior, my daughter’s friend and highschool classmate.  She had a summer job selling for the CutCo Knife Company, and wanted to make a presentation to us in our home. I said, “Yes,” although