We know that there are better ways to say things than other ways we might try. How can we develop a script using the best ways to say things without sounding "canned?"

The physical context in which you deliver your presentation will either contribute to or contaminate your presentation. Here's what to look for.

What's the difference between a magician performing a series of tricks or a complete routine? There is a very real difference. Which do you do?

Rehearsal enables us to enjoy the audience without focusing on "what's coming next." However, not all rehearsal is created equal in its effectiveness.

Is this presentation going somewhere? Ever asked that question? Do your participants ask it of you?

Too much unpredictability in a presentation creates insecurity and sabotages the learning. What is the balance?

Are you comfortable "getting up on your soapbox?"

How do you invest some of the most memorable moments of your presentation?

Have you ever tried using music in your presentation? You might be quite surprised at the positive difference it can make.

Do you ever feel like time is standing still when you're presenting? Do your participants ever feel that way?