Category Archives: Presentation Skills

Ever wondered how they do it?  You are attending a presentation or training class and the presenter stops and draws this complicated diagram on the flipchart without missing a beat. Perfectly proportioned, elements clearly labeled.  As with all things there are best practices and some simple tips that you can...

Handling questions during a presentation can be a sensitive issue.  Here are some tips on how to handle the different types if questions you may encounter during your presentations: The one-you-hoped-to-avoid – well to be honest, if there is a question that you were expecting but hoped no one would...

I occasionally hear the comment that the question and answer section of a presentation is to be avoided at all costs;  seen as a threat or an indication that the presenter didn’t do a good job.  I take the approach that giving the audience the chance to ask questions demonstrates quite...