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Academic Paper Presentation Skills (2): How to Present Your Thesis Defense: Key Techniques for the Introduction and Literature Review

In our previous post, we discussed three key objectives of academic presentations: condensing key points, maintaining academic rigor, and highlighting results. Establishing these core objectives and understanding your audience are crucial first steps in preparation. Business presentation techniques can feel out of place in academic settings without proper adaptation – a

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Academic Paper Presentation Skills (1) - Presentation Goals

A while ago, I dedicated a substantial amount of time to complete my doctoral dissertation, and I successfully defended it in my oral examination! (Cue the confetti!). The presentation of a dissertation is, of course, a crucial aspect of the process. My dissertation was a whopping 460 pages long, employing

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Presentation Mastery: The Third Stage – The Pursuit of Excellence

Once you've mastered the basic presentation skills (Stage One: Practice, Present Without Notes, and Continuous Learning) and can consistently deliver impactful presentations (Stage Two: Engaging Elements, Know Your Audience, and Unbeatable Passion), you're ready to advance to the third and ultimate stage: The Pursuit of Excellence.

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Presentation Mastery: The Second Stage – From Technique to Influence

Once you've mastered the fundamentals (practicing thoroughly, presenting without notes, and continuous learning), it's time to advance to the second stage of presentation mastery. This stage is about moving from "seeing the mountain as a mountain" to "seeing the mountain as not a

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Presentation Mastery: The First Stage – Building a Strong Foundation

From books and online videos to the legendary Steve Jobs, many people have embarked on the journey to improve their presentation skills. But where should you start? As a presentation coach, I often hear students ask this crucial question. Drawing from years of teaching experience and insights shared at recent

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How to Make Your Audience Remember Your Presentation – 3 Powerful Methods

Have you ever walked out of a great presentation, feeling inspired—only to realize later that you can't recall the key takeaways? You're not alone. This disconnect between engagement and retention is one of the biggest challenges speakers face today. I witnessed this phenomenon firsthand at

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7 Essential "Thinking" Steps for Creating Impactful Presentations

At a recent "Breaking Through in Life's Second Half" seminar hosted by 104 Life Bank & 104 Senior (April 30, 2023), several attendees approached me after my 20-minute presentation. They shared how the content resonated with them – some even with tears in their eyes. The feedback

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Master Your Stage Performance: Turn Anxiety into Excitement!

Want to know the most powerful yet surprisingly simple secret to improving your stage performance? Whether you're giving a presentation, teaching, public speaking, or even participating in a competition, there's one game-changing phrase that could transform your performance. The secret? "This isn't anxiety,

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How to Leverage Expertise, Business, and Mission for Maximum Impact

Have you ever wondered how to turn your professional expertise into both business success and meaningful impact? Over the past few years, I've discovered that three core principles – expertise, business acumen, and mission – can transform how we approach our work and create lasting value. What started as personal

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Bridging the GAP: How to Transform Your Presentations Using the G.A.P. Method

Have you ever felt stuck when preparing a presentation? Many professionals face this challenge - they either don't know where to start or their content misses the mark with their audience. The solution lies in what I call the G.A.P. method. This simple yet powerful framework

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How to Make Your Audience Remember Your Presentation – 3 Powerful Methods

Have you ever walked out of a great presentation, feeling inspired—only to realize later that you can't recall the key takeaways? You're not alone. This disconnect between engagement and retention is one of the biggest challenges speakers face today. I witnessed this phenomenon firsthand at