Have you ever wished for impromptu tips as you stood up to address a group? “And now Mike is going to share some information about the progress at the Children’s Home Project.” I will never forget that moment. I was not expecting it. There was no warning. An audience was…

WORKPLACE PRESENTATIONS ARE COMMON The Big Presentations in Small Rooms concept is growing! What started as a book inspired a blog, a podcast, an online community, and more is coming! Due to increased visibility, I am having more conversations with people who approach me out in public. They have seen the blog, heard the…

You are pursuing a skillset: the ability to prepare, practice, and deliver effective presentations. Each time you take on an opportunity is another chance to learn and grow. It’s all practice. SKILL DEVELOPMENT: IT’S ALL PRACTICE A friend of mine carries a French horn with him wherever he goes. It is a skill he has…

PRESENTATION STRESS COMES SUDDENLY It was a peaceful scene. My wife and I were sitting at a picnic table overlooking a valley. It was day two at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. We were resting after our hike and our encounter with Ruger, The Guardian Goat Dog. We smiled about the memory, it was a nice…

SPOTTING THE PRESENTATION GUARDIANS You know the audience. You are well prepared. Your content is solid. You have practiced the delivery, and now you are standing at the front of the room. What do you see? You notice some positive expressions, some neutral ones, and then you notice. There are a few crossed arms…

Presentation anxiety is a normal part of most presenters’ experiences. You have a goal. You know your audience. You have compiled and organized your content. You are determined to be a trustworthy guide for those who listen. Finally, you are ready to make a Big Presentation in a Small Room. …

You have a goal. You know your audience. You identified the audience benefit, and you organized your content to meet their needs. This preparation puts you on the path toward rapport. But there is more to know, more to pursue. Let’s get started! PRESENTATION RAPPORT AMONG FRIENDS Think about your circle of friends. They…

Kids: Experts of Presentation Preparation You know your goal. You have well organized content. You are determined to be well prepared. But you are not the only one who needs to be prepared. A common parenting experience serves as a good example. “Mommeeeee. I looooove you! You are the best mommy in the world! …

Presentation Preparation: When it doesn’t happen Big sigh. Here we go again. Another presenter is winging it. Another panelist is hearing questions for the first time. Another expert is relying on their experience without thinking through how to communicate that experience with others. The audience is frustrated because the presenter is not prepared. Presentation Preparation is…