What do you believe is going to happen when you get up in front of an audience and present something?
In today’s post, Pete invites you to ask yourself that question, and if the answer to this question poses a problem for you, to consider changes things up entirely – not just by finding a different answer, but by asking a different, more empowering question.
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A lot of people shy away from powerful toasting just like they do public speaking, so maybe this is an opportunity to work on both. Dean shares 3 simple tips for better toasting, so your moment in the holiday spotlight can be one to remember.
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When you present, do you need things to go exactly according to plan? If so, you might be putting yourself in a vulnerable position. Dean recommends taking a “quantum approach” to presenting, making you relaxed and open to more possibilities, so you can knock your presentation out of the park.
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…so you shouldn’t put so much weight on what you think they might be thinking when you’re presenting to them. It’s causing you a whole lot of stress and concern, and really getting in the way of your confident presence.
In today’s post, Pete shares his thoughts on where to shift the weight, so that your presence and confidence can shine brightly.
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Professional service firms often carry the outside advantage, as an authority from the outside. But sometimes people on the inside can feel threatened by that advantage. In this post, Dean talks about what he does to defuse the possibility of threat so he can bring his full value safely.
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For many of us, important conversations can be a challenge because it feels like we need to do a lot in a short amount of time: We need to hear what the other person is saying, we need to interpret it, we need to come up with a response, and we need to tailor our response to be a good fit for the person we’re talking to. In today’s post, Pete offers a shortcut that can help you get to a useful place more quickly, without necessarily going through all those steps.
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Is your body language giving you away? Expression was the original human language before speaking and writing, but these days, people forget that body language actually communicates information.
In his latest post, Dean reminds us about the importance of body language and its role in communicating confidence.
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Do you feel like your presentations might be lacking in energy, but because you’re “in your head,” you can’t be sure? In today’s post, Pete offers a particular direction you can point your attention in that can help you recognize exactly when an energy dip occurs, and what you can do about it in the moment.
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What’s the number one most important thing in a shortlist interview – or, really, any presentation? Pete suggests that it’s about the clarity of your message. Focusing on anything else creates a danger of getting in your own way. Check this latest post out, and let us know how it lands on you in the chat box below.
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The higher up the ladder you go, the more your perspective matters, and the more confident you need to be of your convictions as you present them to your team. In today’s post, Dean’s explores a particular emotion that can fuel your confidence and inspire your audiences.
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