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In this episode, you'll learn:
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:
o The first thing speakers tend to underestimate when presenting outside their home country.
o How speaking internationally differs from addressing a diverse audience in your own country.
o The conscious adjustments Alan makes before stepping onto a stage abroad.
o How presenting in multiple languages changes preparation—not just delivery.
o What can happen when a story, analogy, or joke that works at home misses the mark overseas.
o The biggest surprise Alan encountered during his first international presentation.
o How to think carefully about cultural references, idioms, and slang when preparing for global audiences.
o Why respect for local customs accelerates credibility and audience trust.
o A common mistake that can quietly damage a speaker’s international reputation.
o The single most important mindset shift to make before delivering your first presentation abroad.
To learn more about this guest:
Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.
Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com.
Connect with Rob on LinkedIn or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters
By Rob JollesIn this episode, you'll learn:
In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:
o The first thing speakers tend to underestimate when presenting outside their home country.
o How speaking internationally differs from addressing a diverse audience in your own country.
o The conscious adjustments Alan makes before stepping onto a stage abroad.
o How presenting in multiple languages changes preparation—not just delivery.
o What can happen when a story, analogy, or joke that works at home misses the mark overseas.
o The biggest surprise Alan encountered during his first international presentation.
o How to think carefully about cultural references, idioms, and slang when preparing for global audiences.
o Why respect for local customs accelerates credibility and audience trust.
o A common mistake that can quietly damage a speaker’s international reputation.
o The single most important mindset shift to make before delivering your first presentation abroad.
To learn more about this guest:
Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.
Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work at ThePresentationWhisperer.com, or Jolles.com.
Connect with Rob on LinkedIn or follow Rob’s LinkedIn Newsletter, When Every Word Matters