Monday Morning Resource – December 13, 2010

Pitching a potential client? Speaking at an event? Here are a few tips for keeping your audience engaged.

1. Let your passion shine through

2. Tell a helpful story – it’s about your audience, not you!

3. Use fewer words than usual

4. Engage the audience early

5. Familiarize yourself with the stage (if you can!) – you’ll feel more comfortable when presenting

6. Practice

7. Think of nervousness as a motivator

8. Make eye contact – focus on a few audience members rather than scanning the group

For more info, check out Inc. Magazine: http://tinyurl.com/38eq9js