Brilliance EN podium (is not a contradiction in terms)

23 February 2011-11: 00 A.M.

Opportunities for public speaking can be builders of career or career killers.  You've probably heard the statistics that say people are more afraid of public speaking than death, and could be one of them.  But did you realize that the non-technical audience members can be even more afraid of what they are.  Often they are bombarded with technical information are encouraged to understand, but they cannot feel competent to grasp.  As technologists, we are in a unique position to exceed expectations of our audience when we step on the podium.  Imagine the delight of the audience when our presentation is polished, professional and understandable.

The next time you're asked to give a presentation to a board, a group of users, a Manager, or a club or a Church event, use these 10 tips to ensure success when you are called to the podium:

1) Prepare a lot.

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