Designing a Presentation that Will Get You Hired on the Spot (or Something Similar)
While an interview or personal pitch might not immediately strike you as a presentation, it is a chance for you to present yourself as a resource to a specific team or role. That being said, there are several presentation tips that can enhance your chances of getting hired; here are a few of Dog and Pony Show's favorites. 1. Research Your Interviewer It is no secret that gaining insight on your audience before giving a presentation will equip you to better cater to their need
What Presenters Can Learn From Stand-Up Comedians
One of the Dog and Pony Show team's favorite public speaking quotes comes from Jerry Seinfeld; he shares, "According to most studies, people's number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death. Death is number two. Does that sound right? This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you're better off in the casket than doing the eulogy." Whether you are trying to make a room full of people laugh or buy your product, public speaking can be scary. Here are a f
Revamping Presentation Activities
It's no secret that presentation activities have gotten a bad rep. From the universal groan that follows "Now everyone get up out of your seat!", to the seemingly pointless interactions that follow, the benefits of this presentation practice are often lost. Presentation activities allow audience members to engage with your material, create connections with those around them, and enhance overall engagement (and also give you, the presenter, a chance to catch your breath). Here