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Five Tips to Prepare for a Presentation
Whether you’re preparing for a speech, presenting at an industry conference, or briefing a smaller group of co-workers or superiors, here are CommCore’s tips for nailing your next event;
- Know your audience by assessing in advance what their needs are
- State your goals and objectives up front
- Make eye contact, and control your gestures and posture
- Don’t clutter your PowerPoint with too many graphics
- Listen carefully to your audience when they ask questions
Interested in presentation counsel? Read more
How will you do at your next media interview or public presentation?
At CommCore, our experience tells us that being properly prepared for what you say, how you say it, and how you look doing it is critical to a successful presentation or media interview. Read more
What Were They Thinking? Brands & Controversies; The Pros and Cons of Speaking Out
Countering Cyber-Insecurity
Cybersecurity Hall of Fame member Gene “Spaf” Spafford has said, “The only truly secure system is one that is powered off, cast in a block of concrete and sealed in a lead-lined room with armed guards.” Read more
Your 2017 Communications Tips!
- Stay connected. It’s important to stay well-informed across an array of topics. You never know who you’ll encounter at a conference or what on-the-fly question a reporter will ask.
- Have a game plan.
Tips for Effective Storytelling
Out with the long, drawn-out stories; in with the short, and straight-to-the-point storytelling.
Successful spokespeople know how to make their points in a clear, concise and confident manner. At CommCore we teach our clients that the best way to get through to your audience is through storytelling. Read more
Social Media Do’s & Don’ts
From corporations, to brands, to celebrities and even pets, everyone seems to be connected through some type of social media platform. But just like any
other tool social media has its pros and cons. Read more
The Battle of Analogies: Skittles Trumps Trump
Candymaker Wrigley responded quickly and appropriately to Donald Trump Jr.’s social media posting comparing Syrian refugees to a bowl of Skittles candy with a few that “would kill you.” As social media backlash to the younger Trump’s comment intensified, Wrigley took the high road, showing its contempt without taking a political side by attacking – or even mentioning — Trump or his campaign. Read more
“Mind Map” Your Way to Communicating Effectively
The last time you combed through a thick FAQ document, were you able to find your key talking points easily? Probably not.
That’s why a simple and useful organizational technique called a mind map is a perfect tool for communicators. Read more