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This is a FABULOUS guide to prepping for presentations, whether you're on a panel or flying solo! So many important details, from learning about your audience to getting parking info and directions to your room. I practically guarantee you'll learn something here! #publicspeaking #panelist #keynote #speakerprep #goodtoknow #beprepared #hbr #kellybyrnes #presentation

We’re thrilled to share a special message from Vanessa Van Edwards, one of our keynote speakers at the upcoming 2025 Epcon National Conference! Vanessa will dive into charismatic communication, how to elevate trust and confidence and creating a memorable presence. These strategies help to improve relationships, build trust and elevate your entire business. We can't wait to see everyone in San Antonio! ✈️

Virtual Event Success Through Engagement... Looking to level up your virtual events? Dive into the world of MootUp by Hyperspace with CEO Danny Stefanic! Discover how to create engaging events that leave a lasting impact! 👀 Watch the full interview https://lnkd.in/eCYrX4AY

Virtual Event Success Through Engagement... Looking to level up your virtual events? Dive into the world of MootUp by Hyperspace with CEO Danny Stefanic! Discover how to create engaging events that leave a lasting impact! 👀 Watch the full interview https://lnkd.in/eCYrX4AY

Virtual Event Success Through Engagement... Looking to level up your virtual events? Dive into the world of MootUp by Hyperspace with CEO Danny Stefanic! Discover how to create engaging events that leave a lasting impact! 👀 Watch the full interview https://lnkd.in/eCYrX4AY

Speaking appearances at industry conferences are great opportunities to put yourself and your company before a highly informed audience that has actually paid money to hear what you have to say. To help you and your company take center stage, I’ve put together a checklist that outlines the important steps in securing a speaking appearance and maximizing its impact: Download this simple guide to find out how and when to submit a winning speaking proposal: https://lnkd.in/eXkCqSAW

What an exhilarating experience it was to produce this special event! It will go down in the TCG history books, for sure! Check out the before and after showing how it all came together and be sure to watch to the end for a glimpse of our unforgettable entertainer! #eventexpertise #effortlessevents #eventpros #eventdesign #specialevents #eventprofs #eventproduction #eventmanagement #femalefounded #womenrun #womenrunbusiness #creativedesign #detailfocused #eventplanning #corporateevents #businessevents #meetingprofs #conferences #meetings #internationalevents #evententertainment

Winging it is what birds do - not you! So if you're due to be speaking on a panel at an event, do your due diligence and PREPARE. Here are my 5 emcee tips guaranteed to help you shine! Research the crowd and how much knowledge they have on the topic. Also make sure you find out about your fellow panelists and what their perspectives are. And be clear on, not only your reasons for appearing, but what the goals of the session are. Prepare but do NOT script your answers: Think through your points beforehand, but avoid canned answers. Confidence comes from knowing your stuff, not reading from a screen or notes. Tell Stories: Share anecdotes that your audience will get. It's about relating not lecturing. You need to bring colour and meaning to your points! Understand your role: Why were you invited? Tailor your answers based on if you're the expert, have a specific job to do, or are presenting a unique idea. Performance time! Bring high energy, be lively, and remember - you're there to be entertaining too! Bonus Tip: Don't hog the spotlight. Let others speak, be charming, and show genuine interest in their viewpoints. Ever been on a panel? Share your experiences! (Especially handling tricky questions.) Remember, panels are teamwork! You're all there to make it a valuable experience for the audience. #emcee #events #paneldiscussion #panellist

"Lesson 1: Choose your connections carefully; and, if possible, stay at the conference hotel." - Ronald Dulek in his essay in The Business Communication Profession: Essays on the Journeys of Leading Teacher-Scholars I'd like to make a few additions to this lesson based on my Association for Business Communication Annual Conference experience this week — if at all possible, also: - Go to the first-timers breakfast. It'll make you feel welcome right from the get-go. - Spend time with your region's members. (Hello to all of you new LinkedIn connections from the Eastern region 👋) - Present! Especially if you have the chance to do a "My Favorite Assignment" pitch because the thunderous applause is worth it. So grateful for the connections I made in person at the conference and for all of my new LinkedIn connections, too. I can't wait to get started on the impactful research collaborations that will stem from a long, active, and fulfilling membership in this organization.

POV: You’ve positioned yourselves as the go-to firm of experts for delivering a very clear outcome for an easily-identifiable target market. You’ve dialled in your messaging. For three months, you’ve been putting out content that introduces your ideal clients to your value proposition. Content which sets them on the right path. Content which develops your unique point of view. Good job, Chief. You’re now going into pitches with the confidence of Cpt. Quint. And if you haven’t done all of the above…? *gimlet-eyed chuckle* 🎵 Farewell and adieu to you fair Spanish ladies… 🎵 — I help founder-led consultancies and agencies consistently serve up content that puts them on the radar of their ideal clients. Need help with that? Just send me a connection request or DM.