Presenter Mastery Podcast 27. Most Common Mistakes to Avoid on Stage
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Oct 30, 2024 Two experts share their top three presentation blunders, revealing ways to sidestep these pitfalls. They highlight the dangers of over-relying on PowerPoint, advocating for a more interactive approach. Fun is encouraged to alleviate public speaking anxiety, transforming the experience for both speaker and audience. Innovative techniques like storytelling and role-playing are presented to engage listeners effectively. Understanding one's origin story can also enrich presentation skills, turning mistakes into powerful learning experiences.
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You Are the Presentation
- Don't rely on PowerPoint presentations.
- Focus on yourself; you are the presentation.
The Flip Chart Epiphany
- David JP Phillips once broke his computer moments before a presentation to a thousand people.
- He used a flip chart instead and realized it improved his presentation.
The Workshop Realization
- Alexander Grabner-Jarlung had a similar experience where he turned a keynote into a workshop.
- He realized the content of his mind was more important than the slides.