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Pacific Rim Update
Pat says that we had some of the best students ever in our recent sojourn to the Pacific Rim. I can't disagree.
We now have taken our message that anyone can master presentation skills to executives from more than 40 countries. Again, the class excelled and proved us right.
If you've taken our classes or had one-on-one training, drop us a note and let us know about your most recent presentation success..
Suceed
Suceed Magazine just interviewed Ty on being a successful presenter.
The article quotes one good piece of advice from Ty, "Use vocal color and variety. If you have a horn and only play one note, no matter how beautiful the note is, it gets boring."
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Hello, Pat and I are back from the Pacific Rim where we had a marvelous time. So, now I'm rarin' to go. This month's Zipline looks at building confidence in your presentation skills through practice.
Let's get going.
Ty Boyd
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Practice Confidence
Practice, as you have heard me say, doesn't make perfect. Perfection is an unattainable goal. Practice makes confidence. The better you know your material, the more confidence you have and the better the presentation ultimately is.
Judy Friedt, a longtime client from insurance company The Westfield Group, reminded me of this with her note to us the other day. I'll let her tell the story:
"A few years ago, you held your first class here at Westfield. I was in that class. The first day, I was nervous and did a lot of "uhs and ums." By the end of the class, the non-words were gone and I was a lot more confident. I have read all of your newsletters and followed the information that you have presented. I am proud to tell you that I just got back from Las Vegas where I attended CA World sponsored by Computer Associates. Not only did I attend, but I actually did a presentation!!!
There were about 35 people in the room for my presentation. I got up there, took a deep breath and let it go. I did a great job (if I must say so) and didn't even have to look at my notes. I knew my information and I presented it. I had practiced and practiced.
My husband (one of my best critics) was in the audience and he was amazed. Even he said I did a great job. I didn't fumble for words or use any non-words. The practice paid off.
I want to thank you for giving me not only the tools to do the public speaking but the courage to actually get out there and do it. I look forward to doing more."
So, take Julie's advice: practice. Confidence - and a great presentation - will follow.
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Pat Boyd's Coach's Corner
Being hesitant does not make for a good presentation. As Julie Friedt so clearly understands, it is having command of your material that spells the difference between stunned and stunning. So, let's review the four Rs of a great presentation.
Review. Re-read the background material you used to prepare your talk so that you know the facts inside and out.
Recap. Prepare at least a mental outline of the major signposts in your presentation. Remembering five or six key points in rank order is easier and more effective than memorizing the entire presentation.
Rehearse. Rehearse. Rehearse. Now that you know the facts and the signposts, you should rehearse aloud so that you become comfortable with the sound of the material. This also gives you a chance to "hear" if anything is missing from the presentation. Rehearsal implants the material in your subconscious so that you don't have to think about - or memorize - your presentation. This makes it feel more spontaneous.
Relax. You have done everything humanly possible to ensure a successful outcome for your presentation. Before taking the stage, take deep breaths to calm your body and mind. Then, it's showtime.
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