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970: The Top 12 Presentation Mistakes to Avoid with Terri Sjodin

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Jun 13, 2024
Terri Sjodin, expert on persuasive presentations, shares tips on avoiding common presentation mistakes. Topics include captivating your audience, making presentations less boring, and enhancing engagement. Learn about the importance of brevity, creativity, and authenticity in presentations, as well as the impact of self-awareness and engaging delivery. Avoid typical errors like filler words, mispronunciations, and overloaded text slides to boost your sales presentations.
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INSIGHT

Lack of Presentation Training

  • Most professionals (over 55%) receive little presentation skills training.
  • This lack of training can be costly, impacting success rates.
ANECDOTE

Learning from Winners

  • Terri Sjodin learned by observing successful presenters in speech and debate tournaments.
  • She tweaked her approach based on what resonated with judges and audiences.
INSIGHT

Informative vs. Persuasive

  • Being overly informative, rather than persuasive, is a common presentation mistake.
  • Focus on addressing the audience's needs and desires instead of listing features.
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