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Author, Dale Ludwig, Greg Owen-Boger, News
Who does the best presentation skills training?
Recently this question was asked on a LinkedIn Q&A discussion forum: “Who does the best presentation skills training?”
While we always believe that Turpin Communication provides the best training in the industry, we were pleased to see that two of our recent workshop participants agree (and were willing to say so online). Here’s what they had [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Video
No Performing. Present.
Many presenters go into “presentation mode” when it’s time to deliver their presentations. We work hard to help people understand that what they need to do instead is engage their listeners in a genuine two-way conversation. When this level of interaction occurs people’s personalities usually emerge and the impulse to perform goes away.
In this video blog, [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, News, Preparation
Presenting Globally: Getting Your Message Across the Cultural Gap
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chicago, Illinois – May 11, 2010 – Turpin Communication, a Chicago-based training company specializing in tailored presentation and facilitation skills development, announces a new workshop developed in partnership with the Global Teamwork Group, based in Silicon Valley. The workshop, called “Presenting Globally: getting your message across the cultural gap,” will combine Turpin’s expertise [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Greg Owen-Boger, Mary Clare Healy, Preparation, Sarah Stocker
Visit Us at ASTD International Conference & Exposition, BOOTH 732
It’s official. Turpin will be exhibiting at ASTD International Conference & Exposition May 17 – 19 in Chicago.
Bring a copy of this blog entry to booth 732 and receive FREE access to our online Comprehensive Presentation Skills Course. ($399 value)Having attended the conference before, we fully understand the value it can bring to an organization. [...]
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Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Greg Owen-Boger, Mary Clare Healy, Preparation, Sarah Stocker
Announcing FREE Trials at OnlinePresentationSkillsTraining.com
Take one of Turpin Communication’s online presentation skills courses for a spin before buying.
Been thinking about taking one of our online courses, but for some reason haven’t? Now there’s no reason not to. Today we’re announcing free trials of all of our courses.
Simply go to www.onlinepresentationskillstraining.com, click the “Start FREE Trial” button, create an account [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Preparation
Successful Presenting Starts with Understanding Your Default Approach
One thing that sets Turpin apart from other presentation skills training companies is that we think of presentations as “orderly conversations,” because they share characteristics with both writing and conversation. Like a written document, a good presentation is thoughtfully prepared and structured. It is clear and accurate. Like a conversation, it’s also spontaneous, interactive and [...]
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Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Preparation
Find your focus. Be yourself. Only better.
A few years ago I wrote this paragraph for the Reference Guide we distribute to all the participants in our Presentation Skills workshops:
One of the first questions we ask before a workshop begins is, “If you had to choose one thing to take away from this class, what would it be?” When we started asking [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, Preparation
Provide Structure through your Presentation’s Introduction
As you know, a well-organized presentation has three parts: introduction, body and conclusion.
The introduction gives your audience a sense of direction and purpose, and a reason to listen.
The body is, of course, the main part of your presentation, where you deliver the details of your topic.
The conclusion summarizes what you’ve said, outlines next steps and [...] -
Author, Dale Ludwig, Delivery, FAQs, Preparation, Video
Preparing and Delivering Team Presentations
Delivering Team Presentations can be challenging. Not only do you have to engage your listeners in a thoughtful “orderly conversation,” (Greg blogged about this previously) you have to manage the unpredictability of your team members.
In this video blog, Dale Ludwig discusses a few simple ideas to help you be a well-rehearsed team.
Learn more at www.turpincommunication.com
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Author, Dale Ludwig, Video
eCoach Streamlines and Enriches Presentation Skills Training
NEWS RELEASE
Chicago, Illinois - Turpin Communication, a Chicago-based training company specializing in tailored presentation and facilitation skills development, has launched eCoach, a first-of-its-kind learners’ portal. Through eCoach, Turpin blends the highly experiential in-class training they’re known for with the convenience and efficiency of online training. The unique training experience offered through eCoach not only streamlines [...]
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