Adding Structure to Presentations

July 7, 2025By Dale KleinCredibilty, Goal-Setting, Habits, Job Success

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Is structure really necessary in my presentation?  The answer is YES.  Research indicates that audiences remember, retain, and recall information that is structured within a presentation. Here are seven easy ways to add structure to your presentation: Chronological Topical Spatial Problem-Solution Cause-Effect Storytelling Problem-Cause-Solution So how do you choose … Read More

Reading the Room

June 30, 2025By Dale KleinAccommodations, Communication Style, Communication Style|Job Success, Credibilty, Listening|Questions

Reading the Room is a vital skill for all public speakers.  It’s more than establishing eye-connection…so much more. When a public speaker reads the room, he/she is trying to understand the perspective of the listener, which will ultimately drive success! Additionally, striving to read the room, leads to potential collaboration by finding common ground. It … Read More

Is a Dress Rehearsal necessary?

June 16, 2025By Dale KleinCredibilty, Fear, Goal-Setting, Job Success

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Over the years many of my clients have asked “Is a dress rehearsal necessary?” My response is always the same: Absolutely. If you’re like most of my clients you’ve likely either thought or said: “I don’t have enough time.” Or you possibly said: “I know my subject like the … Read More

Nail Your Presentation

June 9, 2025By Dale KleinCommunication Style, Credibilty, Goal-Setting|Public Speaking, Job Success|Presentation Skills

[Image by chrisreadingfoto of Pixabay] Do you nail your presentation? Would you like to nail your presentation? First, let’s be sure we understand the meaning of this expression. When a speaker nails a presentation he or she delivers it flawlessly, connects with the audience and takes the audience members on a journey of transformation. Does … Read More

You May Be Your Biggest Obstacle

June 2, 2025By Dale KleinCommunication Style, Communication Style|Goal-Setting, Communication Style|Job Success|Leadership, Credibilty, Job Success, Listening|Questions, Professionalism

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Yes…you may be your biggest obstacle.  How is that possible, you may ask?  Consider that you’re a coach or a supervisor where your client or team member is either older than you or more experienced than you or possibly both!! You can’t change your age or level of experience, … Read More

Office Hours are a Necessity

March 17, 2025By Dale KleinAccommodations, Business Etiquette|Communication Style|Habits|Networking|Special Occasions, Communication Style, Communication Style|Job Success, Credibilty, Preparation, Time

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Do you believe in “office hours” or do you simply say you do?  In my opinion, office hours are a necessity, particularly in our current workplace. Here are some essential guidelines you may want to consider: Keep your office hours consistent (e.g. 8-12 a.m. daily, 5-8 p.m. Monday, your … Read More