How to Be Awesome at Your Job 1188: How to Feel Extra Prepared and Confident for Any Presentation with Kerri Garbis
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Oct 12, 2026 
Kerri Garbis, CEO of Ovation Communication, former professional actress, and author of Presentation Skills for Managers, makes presentation prep feel less daunting. She explores a three-pass rehearsal method, why video beats mirror practice, and how to shape an audience’s emotional journey. Discover practical ways to manage nerves, use pauses, and turn even three minutes of rehearsal into greater confidence.
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Audience Goals Prevent Presentation Boredom
- Speakers avoid boredom by directing each performance toward an audience outcome.
- Changing goals, such as improving eye contact or emphasizing an emotion, keeps repeated presentations alive.
Hide Your Self View To Stay Present
- Avoid practicing in a mirror because watching yourself consumes attention without showing how others experience you.
- Hide your self-view on Zoom or Teams so you can monitor the audience instead.
Use Three Focused Rehearsal Passes
- Rehearse three times using separate goals: structure, delivery, and uninterrupted performance.
- Record the third run as a dress rehearsal and identify breaks you can fix.
