Did you know that after 30 minutes, 90% of the material covered in a conventional lecture-style presentation is forgotten? This stumbling statistic highlights a common challenge in the world of ...

Storytelling is how we remember things, and there’s no question that using stories in a presentation is a great way to win hearts and be memorable. This issue is when you start with “once upon a time” ...

You need to understand people on a somewhat personal level to develop a presentation that resonates with them. But how? Start by asking yourself these questions, and use your answers to tailor your ...

Rutgers Business School’s Virtual Lunch & Learn Series presents Rushab Kamdar, executive coach, trainer & keynote speaker, creator of The Confidence Company. This month's session aims to amplify ...

Are so-so slides keeping your presentations from standing out? Do you wish you could sprinkle some TED Talk-level tricks into your next speaking gig at the department meeting? Check out these tips ...

I have been asked to present to my senior leadership. I have a 30-slide presentation that I developed for my staff. It was great! They’re giving me 10 minutes and I’m seventh on the agenda. What do ...

Every public speaking expert will tell you to get to know your audience ahead of time. But what do you do with that information? You need to adjust your presentation to meet their needs in several ...

How many of us realize that giving a presentation or making a speech is all about persuasion, influence, and emotional intelligence? Impactful presenters understand the power of empathy to understand ...

You’re giving an important presentation, and your audience suddenly seems unreceptive and disengaged. Some people start shifting in their seats, crossing their arms, or staring forward blankly. One ...

Everyone has been there – that moment when you’re watching someone who clearly knows their stuff deliver a presentation that just falls apart. I still cringe thinking about the time I witnessed one of ...

Creating a video presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint is an effective way to share your ideas in a professional and accessible format. Whether you’re preparing for a virtual meeting, an online course, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Covering all things related to communication skills. Aug 25, 2025, 04:40pm EDT “Start with a joke,” is one of the most poorly ...