This holiday weekend, I finally saw the very funny movie Planes, Trains & Automobiles. It’s a classic movie from 1987, but this was the first time I had seen it. In this movie Neal Page (played by Steve Martin) finds himself getting stuck with an annoying travel companion, Del Griffith (played by John Candy). Page… Read More »
Question ~ How can I show confidence, energy and enthusiasm in a presentation, interview or meeting, when I am giving it sitting down? Mary’s Answer ~ When you are giving a presentation, interview or meeting sitting down, here are a few tips: 1) Your confidence and enthusiasm can be conveyed through your voice, facial expressions… Read More »
Question ~ How can I get access to Learning & Development/Training presenters sessions so I can learn how I can leverage their knowledge and techniques? Mary’s Answer ~ There are 3 suggestions that I have to answer your question: #1 – Observe Mentors You Respect. Are there any Learning & Development/Training presenters whose style of… Read More »
Question ~ How can I make a more dynamic, engaging presentation than I currently do? Mary’s Answer ~ There are many ways that you can make your presentation more dynamic and engaging. One of the BEST ways you can make your presentation more engaging is the use of a personal story. Tie the point of… Read More »
Question ~ When giving a memorized speech, I sometimes lose my train of thought if I look at the people too closely. How can I prevent this from happening? Mary’s Answer ~ Firstly, I would encourage you to internalize your speeches, rather than memorize. The difference being: In memorizing, you are having to check back… Read More »