• Even the best speakers lose people after 90 seconds.
• To keep attention high, use attention spikes—moments that re-engage your audience.
• Think of attention like a power line: if you go too long between interesting moments, it sags.
• Add “power poles” every 6–10 minutes to lift energy and reset focus.
• Five ways to create attention spikes:
  • Tell a Story – Short, 30–90 seconds, to reinforce a key point.
  • Ask a Question – Get people thinking or responding.
  • Play a Short Video – A quick clip can reset energy and add humor.
  • Create a Mystery – Reveal part of a chart or image to spark curiosity.
  • Run a Quick Poll – Invite participation and self-reflection.
• Plan your spikes before you speak. One every 10 minutes keeps your audience engaged.

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