A presentation can be built around one central slide. Van Jones gives us a perfect example — not only of how such a slide looks like, but of how to present it with impact as well. The central question of the presentation is: “Is there some way we could connect the work that most needs doing with the people that most need work?” Continue reading...

Being a successful presenter is all about connecting to the audience, keeping them interested, and getting our point across. But, how can this be done? Is there a way to establish a connection to our listeners right from the beginning and gain their undivided attention? The answer is: Yes, this all can be done within the first minutes of our presentation. We suggest BONUS, a very powerful and versatile tool that makes the presenter look well organized, credible and in control. BONUS stands for: Benefit — Overview — Navigation — Underpinning — Summary. Continue reading...