

The World of Presentations
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Preparing, designing and delivering a truly effective presentation is a challenging task. That's why every week we are bringing you the best storytellers, presentation & data designers and public speakers in the world so that they share with you practical tips & ticks and help you become better presenter!
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Oct 12, 2021 • 44min
Leadership and Executive Communication with Scott J. Allen
In this episode with Scott J. Allen, a professor of leadership and executive communication, and fellow podcaster, we discuss the four components for improving leadership, presentations, and communication.
Scott J. Allen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-j-allen/
The Captovation Podcast (where the latest episode is with our founder Boris Hristov): https://www.captovation.ai/podcast
Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders Podcast: https://www.scottjallen.net/podcast
Also mentioned -
Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by K. Anders Ericsson: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Secrets-New-Science-Expertise-ebook/dp/B011H56MKS
Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein: https://www.amazon.com/Range-Generalists-Triumph-Specialized-World/dp/0735214484
Tim Urban: Inside the mind of a master procrastinator: https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_urban_inside_the_mind_of_a_master_procrastinator?language=en
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Oct 5, 2021 • 49min
Quality Online Video Presentations with Dan Keldsen from PlexiCam
In this episode with Dan Keldsen, co-founder and CEO of PlexiCam, we talk about virtual presenting, PlexiCam, the quality of online video presentations, audience engagement, social networks, and professional networking for speakers.
PlexiCam is a product that allows you to put your camera at eye level and look professional without taking up a lot of space. It is a tripod alternative that is easier to adjust for your virtual presenting - you hang it on your screen, connect it to a camera, set it to eye level, and it is done.
Dan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dankeldsen/
PlexiCam: https://www.plexicam.com/
Michael Port and Andrew Davis' book: https://www.amazon.com/Referable-Speaker-Building-Sustainable-Career-No/dp/1774581183
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Sep 28, 2021 • 50min
How to Stay on Brand in Your Presentations with Martin Behrens from Presono
In this episode with Martin Behrens, co-founder, and CEO of presono, we talk about presentations in the corporate world and the issues people have with them, like staying on brand and maintaining presentations in several languages, and how they can be solved.
Martin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinbehrens90/
Presono: https://presono.com/
Or contact Martin on his email: mb@preseno.com
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Sep 21, 2021 • 39min
Public Speaking Training and Professional Presence with Kerri Garbis
Kerri Garbis is the founder and CEO & Founder of Ovation - a communication skills training firm specializing in Professional Presence and Speaker Development. Kerri is a public speaking trainer and a professional actress. In this episode with her, we discuss public speaking, stage anxiety and how to overcome it, and the significance and power of rehearsing.
Get Ovation: https://www.getovation.com/
Kerri Garbis' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrigarbis
Her Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KerriGarbis/
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Sep 14, 2021 • 48min
Better Presentation Design with Jole Simmons
Jole Simmons is a Presentation Designer and Specialist with 20+ years of experience in the field. He is also a fellow podcaster and a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and has two courses on presentation design.
In this episode with him, we talk about slide design, Silicon Valley companies, storytelling, and what you can do to improve your daily presentation design.
Jole Simmons in LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/jole-simmons-2
His personal LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jole-simmons-6a519b1/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/presguy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/presentationguy/
His website: http://www.presentationguy.com/
Check out Present to Succeed at: https://presenttosucceed.com
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Sep 7, 2021 • 46min
Uncover the Power of Intentionality with Sally Z
Sally Z is a speaker coach, overall presentation fanatic, like us, and a fellow podcaster. She works with speakers, presenters, and performers on their content and delivery, and her passion has allowed her to influence people from organizations like US Bank, Cargill, TEDx, and many more! Her podcast is called This Moved Me.
In this episode, we talk about presenting while being mindful and more thoughtful about the presentation space, how to invite more intentionality to your context, and how to improve your virtual presentations with software and feedback.
Sally Zimney's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallykoeringzimney/
Join her private Facebook group The Emerging Speaker Society: https://www.bemoved.com/ess
Her website: https://bemoved.com/
This Moved Me Podcast: https://bemoved.com/podcast/
Ecamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/
OBS Studio: https://obsproject.com/
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Aug 31, 2021 • 45min
The Dangers of Storytelling with Alexei Kapterev
Alexei Kapterev is the author of "Death by PowerPoint," the world's most popular presentation on presentations, with over 18 million views to date. Alexei was also a speaker at Present to Succeed 2021, and his talk called "The Dangers of Storytelling" was one of the most thought-provoking.
In this episode with him, we talked about storytelling and how to navigate its perils, presenting virtually, knowing your audience, and deciding when you really need storytelling.
Alexei Kapterev on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kapterev
His website: https://www.kapterev.com/
His book Presentation Secrets: https://www.amazon.com/Presentation-Secrets-Thought-Possible-Presentations/dp/1118034961
Check out Present to Succeed at: https://presenttosucceed.com
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Aug 24, 2021 • 41min
Presentation Management with Shufflrr and James Ontra
In this episode with James Ontra, CEO of Shufflr, we talk about presentation management, storytelling, presentation strategy, and Shufflr.
Shufflr: https://shufflrr.com/
James Ontra's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesontra/
His book on Presentation Management: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1793447802
Check out Present to Succeed at: https://presenttosucceed.com
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Aug 17, 2021 • 46min
Data Storytelling and Visualization with Kate Norris
Kate Norris helps people tell stories with their data. She is the co-host of the Presentation Boss Podcast and a trainer that delivers workshops on various topics related to PowerPoint, Visual Communication, Data Visualization, and Data Storytelling!
In this episode, we talk about Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, and how to present your data better and more effectively by avoiding some frequent mistakes in DataViz.
The Presentation Boss: https://presentationboss.com.au/
Kate's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling/
Check out Present to Succeed at: https://presenttosucceed.com
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Aug 10, 2021 • 46min
Presentation Storytelling and Story Structure with Orsolya Nemes
Orsolya Nemes is a Presentation Expert, Designer & Coach, TEDx speaker, and the author of "Generational Myths." She works with a range of international clients - from experts and C-Level executives to Harvard Professors to help them create, develop, and deliver successful presentations.
In this episode, we talk about storytelling, presentation structure, audience analysis, and Orsolya shares her step by step process for brainstorming and structuring a presentation.
Orsolya' Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nemesorsolyaa/
Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerupyourpoint/
Audience Analysis Worksheet (Free PDF Download): http://sixminutes.dlugan.com/audience-analysis-worksheet-download/
Check out Present to Succeed at: https://presenttosucceed.com
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