Presentation Techniques:  In Praise of Informality

Presentation Techniques: In Praise of Informality

Dec. 2, 2009 by

I’ve been introduced with fanfare, and I’ve been introduced with a kind of shrug in my general direction, as if to say, “Hey Sims.  You’re on.” I like fanfare, pomp and circumstance.  But when it’s touting my resume and puffing

Public Speaking: Toasting the Bride

Public Speaking: Toasting the Bride

Jul. 1, 2009 by

I attended a family wedding last weekend, and the sister of the bride gave a great toast. I heard her round up her brothers as the cake was being served, saying, “Now is the time. Somebody has to say something.”

A Recipe for Sales Presentations

A Recipe for Sales Presentations

Sep. 20, 2007 by

Michael Blechar is a smart and thoughtful guy (and a very good writer.)  Years ago he told me about a good way to organize a sales presentation. Recently, we were swapping emails about one of my Presentation Pointers (the one