tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190518752024-03-05T17:42:54.042+10:00Pivotal Points Public SpeakingBronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.comBlogger155125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-27325878114771185052008-12-09T18:43:00.003+10:002008-12-09T18:48:11.166+10:00Book - There's no such thing as public speaking<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD7urEoYzaDE8mHz7iGKHawyFgd1gLnBf_S-GlhRJFqlXFdZCOPBspBgmyGDnkdZxxFdJoXeuLdp8PoAP02RZBhdsFuFCV8o8tlnQ_pQFP04LvDXeiXQQuzB5snmMaOuTbOr0r/s1600-h/no_such_thing.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277708636259553554" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD7urEoYzaDE8mHz7iGKHawyFgd1gLnBf_S-GlhRJFqlXFdZCOPBspBgmyGDnkdZxxFdJoXeuLdp8PoAP02RZBhdsFuFCV8o8tlnQ_pQFP04LvDXeiXQQuzB5snmMaOuTbOr0r/s320/no_such_thing.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Make Any Presentation or Speech as Persuasive as a One-on-One Conversation</div><br /><div><br />by<br />Jeanette and Roy Henderson</div><div> </div><div>Whether addressing a few colleagues or a packed auditorium, readers will find practical and simple techniques for inspiring every listener. It's a wonderful blend of solid concepts, practical applications, and invaluable techniques. It takes the speaker from the planning stage through to the execution stage of any presentation. It addresses not only speaking in front of a crowd, but also one on one and small group interactions.</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/no_such_thing.htm">more ...</a></div><div> </div><div>plus how to get the book for free</div><div> </div><div>or pay $15 and get three bonuses<br /></div><div></div><br /><div></div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-7898061849230918052008-12-06T16:55:00.000+10:002008-12-06T16:56:36.297+10:00Public Speaking And Using HumourThe whole point of public speaking is to give your audience something to take with them. Rather it be something of entertainment, something of persuasion, and even just some new and interesting facts. You will want your audience members to be able to say that they learned something or that they don’t waste their time listening to you. You will find that it can be hard to break through and audience, but you will want to use your emotions to convince them that they are getting something out of the time that they are spending with you.You will need to use different tools in working the system. One of the best tools to use is humour.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/ps_and_humour.htm">(...more)</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-18346132161000792152008-12-06T10:24:00.000+10:002008-12-06T10:26:24.254+10:00Using maps in presentations.... dedicated to uncovering innovative mapping solutions and fresh design ideas. ... the best maps are capable of displaying a stunning depth of geographic information, quickly and easily, in a way no other infographic can match. <a href="http://adjix.com/6j65">http://adjix.com/6j65</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-7986575800889439532008-11-28T15:51:00.002+10:002008-11-28T15:54:55.970+10:00How to make sure your speech flowsIt’s very important that your speech have an intrinsic rhythm or “flow”; otherwise, it may come across to listeners as staccato, dull and/or uninspiring. But how do you ensure that your next presentation has a natural cadence that adds to the clarity and energy of the information being conveyed?<br /><br />Though some people do have a natural gift for writing and delivering speeches that keep audience members spellbound from beginning to end, it’s absolutely fine if you didn’t receive that talent at birth. The ability to create a “flowing” presentation can be learned, and it’s probably much easier than you think.<br /><br />To begin, try these top seven suggestions for maximum results during your next public speaking engagement:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.publicspeakingexpert.co.uk/how-make-sure-your-speech-flows.html">http://www.publicspeakingexpert.co.uk/how-make-sure-your-speech-flows.html</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-7701507435214854742008-11-26T17:09:00.003+10:002008-11-26T18:29:38.459+10:00Why I love speaking and what I think about the subject<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR-DYVP4LDEiOGoEW8aA0mmzPvxN221Ig7MrFscxCjlSntCVTQTPYhnGQoMpXzAiRY6kkuoGMlFrr9bxz2npW8JvNgKNOFbdOcU_nPhARDdazw2MwmTbjXxc2LNAvoono7jE-X/s1600-h/garyv.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272876287152120882" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 272px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR-DYVP4LDEiOGoEW8aA0mmzPvxN221Ig7MrFscxCjlSntCVTQTPYhnGQoMpXzAiRY6kkuoGMlFrr9bxz2npW8JvNgKNOFbdOcU_nPhARDdazw2MwmTbjXxc2LNAvoono7jE-X/s320/garyv.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Out of all the things I do these days it is SPEAKING that gets me "off" more then anything else. </div><div> </div><div>Gary Vaynerchuk has captured national attention as a businessman and Internet celebrity. Gary’s fame can be attributed to his pioneering, multi-faceted approach to personal branding and business building. </div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-9047948619510369182008-11-21T17:05:00.001+10:002008-11-21T17:06:48.642+10:0010 Sure-Fire Steps To Take The Fear Out Of Public SpeakingDo you "feel the fear" when asked to do some public speaking? Public speaking is still one of our greatest fears and it turns grown men and women into nervous wrecks. The mere thought of it turns our tongue to cotton wool, causes our internal plumbing to act up and turns our knees to jelly. Well, there's no need for all of this because help is at hand. All you need to remember are your P's and Q's. Let's start with the P's<br /><br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/surefire.htm">(...more)</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-47276933724055372492008-11-18T14:27:00.002+10:002008-11-18T14:31:23.917+10:00Clowns vs. Spiders vs. Public SpeakingWhich do you fear most? And which fear is irrational? Seems everyone has a different answer. What's yours?<br /><br />You can check out the other answers <a href="http://adjix.com/3i5">at the forum </a>(and when you get there - tell me what you think of the spider. He looks friendly to me and I'm no spider lover!)Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-1645341251303927662008-11-15T10:00:00.001+10:002008-11-15T10:03:04.687+10:00A Guide to Public SpeakingDelivering an effective presentation is difficult. With the Internet, listeners have access to more information that ever before and have higher expectations for content from speakers today. In addition, because most people are saturated with entertainment, audiences want a presentation that is entertaining.<br /><br />Here is a quick guide to giving an effective and interesting presentation:<br /><br /><a title="Permanent Link: A Guide to Public Speaking" href="http://www.ismckenzie.com/11/11/a-guide-to-public-speaking/" rel="bookmark">Read the guide here </a> ... It's basic but comprehensive and sometimes we need a reminder to pay attention to a particular aspect of our presentations.Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-1122556209287728462008-11-11T09:31:00.001+10:002008-11-11T09:35:15.826+10:00Book review: 101 Ways to Captivate a Business Audience<a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/captivate_business.htm"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267176336210934146" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 108px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 161px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjmmXXbWzXFaS5AVHSYk0u-mWTidrl6ethAdYboyHyX3EGEzJ5rQNVoS2RrQOL4wzJvNMdYCC8YgZZcvO54iU_-IjEDDK8t-mmO1d0g06sxtVPQNL2Xa11IqivgK2GghTPAyIP/s320/captivate_business.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>by Sue Gaulke </div><div><br />There's nothing worse than sitting in the audience while an inept speaker stumbles through an ill-conceived business presentation-- unless, of course, you're the one floundering in the spotlight. In 101 Ways to Captivate a Business Audience, Sue Gaulke, founder of the Speaker's Training Camp, strips the mysteries from the process by showing how to prepare and present an effective address that will successfully involve your audience and deliver your message. (<a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/captivate_business.htm">more …</a>) </div><div><br />Buy it from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0814479200?tag=pivotalpoints-20&camp=213381&creative=390973&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=0814479200&adid=16H2VDQTPA78WSKMX6DB&">Amazon</a> or <a href="mailto:%20subscribe@consultpivotal.com?subject=Yes_please_send_me_101WaysToCaptivateABusinessAudience_(I_am_a_Pivotal_Gold_Member)">request it for free</a> if you are a Pivotal Gold member</div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-10743861385077149612008-11-06T20:40:00.001+10:002008-11-06T20:42:45.671+10:00The Election Night SpeechCheck out Bert Decker's analysis of Barak Obama's speech<br /><a href="http://www.bertdecker.com/experience/2008/11/transformational-election---and-speech.html">http://www.bertdecker.com/experience/2008/11/transformational-election---and-speech.html</a><br /><br />Relive the speech here<br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/barak.htm">http://www.consultpivotal.com/barak.htm</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-14280787296298931492008-10-29T20:34:00.001+10:002008-10-29T20:34:36.521+10:00Bureau basics and beyond<div>Developing Relationships with Speakers Bureaus<br /><br />Having as many people as possible market you makes good business sense.<br /><br />Or does it?<br /><br />How can you convince a speakers bureau to represent you? And what, exactly, does “represent” really mean? Will the bureau send a steady stream of business to you — or will it be an irregular trickle? Bureaus are inundated with speakers wanting to be booked, so how can you cultivate a positive relationship? And how do you know which bureaus are ethical, credible, and won’t leave you with unpaid travel expenses?<br /><br /><br /><p>You will learn:<br />- how to get a bureau to represent you<br />- what it means to have a bureau represent you<br />- what you need to have before contacting a bureau<br />- how to find and choose bureaus to approach<br />- how to learn how they want to be contacted<br />- why you should not balk at paying a materials review fee<br />- the best ways to develop a relationship without being a pest<br />- the difference between net fees vs. gross fees and the importance of fee consistency<br />- realistic expectations of a bureau’s frequency of booking you. </p><a href="http://www.profcs.com/app/aftrack.asp?afid=338276&u=http://www.speakernetnews.com/tsem/ts20081028.html">The details are here.</a></div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-33937950305206186122008-10-26T17:08:00.002+10:002008-10-26T17:16:56.149+10:00How to close a speechTim Wilson has a useful set of <a href="http://speakingquicktips.blogspot.com/2008/10/closing-up.html">suggestions</a> on how to close a speech. One of my favourites, that he doesn't mention, is to leave with a challenging thought. It could be a question, but doesn't have to be. It should produce "an ah-ha moment" or a smile from the audience, of understanding and agreement.Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-50808964091514085712008-10-22T17:12:00.001+10:002008-10-22T17:16:51.156+10:00How to embed a youtube video in powerpoint<p align="left"><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/embed.htm"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5259873212121150146" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIk5236dukuFmbCayJKNLMbIv0o2HX0hTcbHkP0DivsOoxoh6B2wrkwWLvXkKq_bmbtGeYE5XfRSNkyXkr5HRuIjPCx6y6usfh95FYpQfzk09hw0vkZ_bB5vX_POK9Znq_qPQ5/s320/embed.JPG" border="0" /></a></p><br /><br />This is a quick and easy way to embed a YouTube video into a PowerPoint presentation on a PC.Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-53590506733393821492008-10-18T20:52:00.001+10:002008-10-18T20:54:24.250+10:00Three Reasons Why You’re Cheating Yourself by NOT Improving Your Speaking SkillsMore so than any other professional skill, improving your public speaking skills will give you the most benefit in your career whether you’re employed, self-employed or unemployed. Even if you don’t regularly speak to groups, the skills that it takes to communicate effectively to groups and the confidence that you’ll gain will automatically help you in interpersonal situations. <a title="Three Reasons Why You’re Cheating Yourself by NOT Improving Your Speaking Skills" href="http://blog.jvf.com/2008/10/17/three-reasons-why-you%e2%80%99re-cheating-yourself-by-not-improving-your-speaking-skills/" rel="bookmark">So here are the top three reasons why you should improve your speaking skills.<br /></a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-50855765926995731152008-10-13T09:44:00.000+10:002008-10-13T09:45:59.208+10:00Public Speaking: The Power Of WordsWords hurt, heal, motivate, and aggravate. They are powerful. They control emotions and can even control a person physically.<br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/words.htm">(...more)</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-74045339852823508412008-10-07T13:56:00.000+10:002008-10-07T13:58:15.224+10:00Fear Of Public Speaking, the Best Way to Get Rid of ItDo you have nightmares about <a href="http://www.speakingwithoutfear.com/" target="_blank" b6vqv="0" wfiu1="0">public speaking</a>? When you have to stand up in front of a group does your mouth go dry? Hands shake? Stomach turn flip-flops? Feel lightheaded? Think you may pass out?<br /><br />Welcome to the club. If it’s any comfort, you are not alone!<br /><br />According to a well-known survey, 65% of us would rather die than speak in public. Many have tried for years to overcome their fear and given it up as hopeless. But wait! There is hope.<br /><br />We can now turn to one tested method to end the <a href="http://www.speakingwithoutfear.com/" b6vqv="0" wfiu1="0">fear of public speaking</a> that has been shown to yield amazing results. It is The Lefkoe Method (TLM).<br /><br />Probably the least known, but possibly the fastest way of getting rid of the fear of speaking in public, is The Lefkoe Method (TLM). TLM is based on the knowledge that our behavior is governed by what we believe to be true. Therefore, it focuses on finding the 10 or so negative beliefs that make us fear public speaking. These can be such beliefs as, Mistakes and failure are bad; If I make a mistake, I’ll be rejected; or People aren’t interested in what I have to say; etc.<br /><br />Perhaps the most interesting feature of this approach is how consistently it works.<br /><br /><a href="http://irecommendnetwork.com/2008/10/fear-of-public-speaking-the-best-way-to-get-rid-of-it/" rel="bookmark" b6vqv="0" wfiu1="0">(...more)</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-53142164805180455132008-09-29T12:23:00.002+10:002008-09-29T12:27:02.798+10:00Video - How to stop those annoying vocal pops and clicks<p align="left"><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/annoying_vocal.htm"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5251263612259028898" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuUcCYaVH7jzfMOlWFkguuoTesRJAYrtt6pHPzyDKNGESt7t_8leVzO_VtzfJo0sD0BVwWRlZc9FWA_Lw1pe1osx8dM8fJ86m_-A8j91hOk20kYZFpnk8QBBekp9e4ujKBs_z6/s320/annoying_vocal.JPG" border="0" /></a></p>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-19941650372926669652008-09-16T14:38:00.002+10:002008-09-16T14:42:49.799+10:00Book Review - New Talkpower<div>The New Talkpower: The Mind Body Way to Speak Without Fear<br />(Capital Ideas for Business & Personal Development)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLV1VcIMTLw3S020rCbozbihX2ii1R8FNXAny7_fbwaiixd9kiu-VknWGsSIigZQx8L08oClWLFU3zNxDG3gzIqjOyJ0me62b7TpZqmqL-ADz8RAjxEyZxm5xedQgQpsrHB7p5/s1600-h/new_talk_power.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5246474660692783106" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLV1VcIMTLw3S020rCbozbihX2ii1R8FNXAny7_fbwaiixd9kiu-VknWGsSIigZQx8L08oClWLFU3zNxDG3gzIqjOyJ0me62b7TpZqmqL-ADz8RAjxEyZxm5xedQgQpsrHB7p5/s320/new_talk_power.jpg" border="0" /></a>by Natalie H. Rogers</div><div> </div><div> " . . .the ultimate workbook . . .perfect for public speaking novices or for speakers with a tough case of stage fright." -- Continental Magazine, November 28, 2000 </div><div> </div><div>"Natalie Rogers. . . she shows you. . . how to write, how to talk, how to be. . . so you can perform like a pro. It's magic. . ." -- Henry J. Fishman, M.D., creator and host of "TVMD," PBS national network</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/new_talk_power.htm">(more ...)</a></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-63591377160475201162008-09-04T09:17:00.000+10:002008-09-04T09:18:38.344+10:00Wake me when it’s over: A guide to no-nap presentationsIt’s 9:30 in the morning and you’ve made it to the third presentation of today’s marketing meeting. The presenter is pretty much reading word for word from a deck of 40 slides, which are mostly densely worded, bulleted items with an occasional chart or graph thrown in. You have no interest in the topic, and to keep from falling asleep during the next 30 minutes, you are taking this opportunity to proofread some documents for a pressing deadline. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/wake.htm"><b>(more ...)</b></a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-26087444422945090322008-08-08T09:36:00.000+10:002008-08-08T09:42:28.896+10:00The Public Speakers Law of Attraction<blockquote>If you are speaking as a professional business, or you are just involved in public speaking, using the law of attraction will get into the speaking frame of mind and will put you into the position where you will have created the mindset you need to become a successful public speaker. But remember one point here. It doesn’t matter how many leads you have, or how easy leads are provided to you. It doesn’t matter how many people sign up to hear your speech you are about to give. Without the proper mindset to guide your thinking, you won’t be successful and may just flop as a speaker.</blockquote><br /><br /><a title="Permanent Link: The Public Speakers Law of Attraction" href="http://koppsguide.com/the-public-speakers-law-of-attraction/" rel="bookmark"><b>(more ...)</b></a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-86760975703383395212008-07-23T17:36:00.002+10:002008-07-23T17:39:49.337+10:00... and death came third!<a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/death.htm"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226110796224414338" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgggYLqD-P0AvQ3lxbA-Ut4Fs2kzr0Ev2M_bsTMb935IS1KUqVnZ9lVNLLJP1mNOAyLWGKxvxWus_0bj1V6nu7u012Jgh9-5zBWt7lGLRCgvW-JD4Yn-s6-ranBVxMI4wqgix_i/s320/death_came_third.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /><br />by Andy Lopata , Peter Roper<br /><br /><br />From the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1905430159/grahamjones&tag=pivotalpoints-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325">reviews</a>:<br />It has often been said that the two key skills for any business in the 21st Century are an ability to communicate a message - and a hungry market to communicate that message to. Now, for those outside of the corporate world, the best way to achieve these two objectives is through networking and speaking to groups.<br />Andy Lopata and Peter Roper have written a really handy book on how to achieve this. But the book is more than just a guide to the shy and anxious. In a very simple way Andy and Peter have explained how anyone can improve the way they are perceived in the market place through networking and public speaking. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/death.htm">Read more ...</a></div><br /><div>or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1905430159/grahamjones&tag=pivotalpoints-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325">buy from Amazon</a></div><br /><div></div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-49402758244664313192008-07-04T11:04:00.002+10:002008-07-04T11:06:51.180+10:00Connecting with the audienceTim Wilson makes a short but very valid point about the questions to ask while speaking so that you can connect with the audience.<br /><br /><a href="http://speakingquicktips.blogspot.com/2008/07/power-of-moment.html">http://speakingquicktips.blogspot.com/2008/07/power-of-moment.html</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-70155792797555718592008-06-21T18:11:00.004+10:002008-06-21T18:14:58.840+10:00Presentation Technique<a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/presentation_technique.htm"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214244992268522258" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqyvtwpBpmHPk32FCtnTESzDarwgLWs3STFl9hj6GkM4NO_AXfTlHiH74YOAC0QzZjmLopQjR5kntZJcorSv4LnfP4-XGGQB6dZxdrvqDCGFQTH1u0tFX2flgzTFaeXlx5f9AK/s320/presentation_technique.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>This is a great video - Energy is certainly a vital presentation technique. I just couldn't help wondering how much more power this presenter would have had, if he had stood still occasionally!</div><div></div><div>Click on the picture to click through to the video.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-58895878608931376042008-06-12T12:37:00.000+10:002008-06-12T12:38:40.632+10:00The Power of Your Speech<blockquote>Language expert Wilfred Funk was one of the first to study highly successful men and women to determine what they have in common. What he discovered was that they all have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Since then, many studies have shown the same thing. In fact, members of the "speaking" professions - lawyers, politicians, professional speakers, salespeople, and entertainers - are among the highest paid. There appears to be a high correlation between word power and earning power. The ability to speak, to persuade, and to keep an audience's attention is well rewarded.<br /><br />What about you? Have you been sabotaging your own success because you feel that speaking in front of a group is something you would rather die than do? If so, it is time to do yourself a favour and learn the skills that can change your life.</blockquote><br /><a href="http://www.consultpivotal.com/power_speech.htm">Read on ...</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19051875.post-1279938800473206842008-06-02T08:23:00.000+10:002008-06-02T08:25:03.178+10:00PowerPoint - Rearranging shapes in Organization ChartYou can insert an Organization Chart by clicking Insert > Diagram > Organization Chart.<br /><br />You will though realize that if the shapes are in incorrect order, you cannot reposition or reorder the shapes in the organization chart while AutoLayout is on. Here's one simple and neat trick to reorder the shapes.<br /><br /><a href="http://msmvps.com/blogs/tohlz/archive/2008/04/30/rearranging-shapes-in-organization-chart.aspx">Read on ...</a>Bronwyn Ritchiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12033932809875318220noreply@blogger.com0