by Kelly Vandever
Methods and tools to prevent the spread of AIDS.
A game that teaches children to brush their teeth.
Funding for a Head Start program.
These are the reasons I do what I do.
I do not have the knowledge to teach others how to prevent the spread of AIDS. But I can coach a research scientist how to present her findings in a more effective manner.
I didn’t know how to effectively teach my own …
Read MoreThursday, May 29th, 2014 Category: Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking, Presentation Tips, Speech & Presentation Coaching 1 Comment
by Kelly Vandever
I blame my English heritage for my bad teeth though I admit I also think my parents could have done a better job of teaching me to brush (sorry dad — I love you!). I also think I should have done a better job of teach my own kids to brush (sorry C & Z — mommy loves you!).
If only there were a better way to teach children to brush their teeth — one that takes into account how firmly the child is brushing, one …
Read MoreWednesday, May 14th, 2014 Category: Leadership in Presentations, Other Stuff, Presentation Coaching 2 Comments
by Kelly Vandever
Jay was young – in fact, he was an intern…he hadn’t even finished college yet. This may have been his very first “business presentation.” But he said what I often hear clients and business presenters say: “My topic is boring. No one cares about this.”
I begged to differ. With Jay and with anyone else out there who has said the same thing, you’re wrong! You and your topic can be engaging!
If you have passion for your subject and if …
Read MoreWednesday, May 7th, 2014 Category: Annoying Public Speaking Habits, PowerPoint Slides, Presentation Tips 3 Comments
