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APRIL 5, 2018

There have been plenty of “check presentation and handshake photo opportunity” moments with nonprofit organization and corporate leaders publicized, but then we don’t see anything develop either before or after that standalone Kodak moment.

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OCTOBER 2, 2012

Startup Weekend has been bringing together people from across the country on a common platform to present their ideas. When I got to the venue, I was amazed to see over 100 participants…all enthusiastically ready to present their ideas. So participants could develop some interesting apps with the three best ideas chosen as winners.

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OCTOBER 3, 2010

Commanding attention becomes even more important when you’re making a presentation. And preparing for, and then presenting at, Ignite DC No. I’ll write more about that later, but for now, here are seven extremely useful posts on presenting well: 1. The Zen of presentations, part 36: Prezi , from NeuroDojo.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 14, 2013

Be aware, when posting on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn, that what you are presenting is public. Teach students by showing them how to present themselves responsibly. So set up a fan page or a group where you can control the environment (set strict restrictions on posting and monitor until it becomes evident how the page will be used.)

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APRIL 26, 2012

This question should not only alter your strategy but could effect whether you’re going to be present at all. However, a fashion or retail company has to be on there because their audience is active and present on the network. Good communications professional don’t just look at a network and are satisfied with just being present.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 22, 2014

Information can’t sell itself and with only six seconds to spare, how that information is presented is as important (in my mind) as what that information is about. There’s a reason autoplay videos are now present in your newsfeed… and it’s not just because your dog is cute.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Kami Huyse shares some smart solutions presented by Arik Hanson at last week’s SoloPR Summit (which was great!). In this WUL classic, Rachael Seda explores three social media obstacles health care providers face and the underlying opportunities each present. Facebook Advertising on a Small Budget.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

This conference hosted by the University of Central Florida is open for both practitioners and researchers who present their work in crisis communication. Firestorm Solutions hosts some great free webinars with leading experts as well as viewing conference presentations on the subject online. Freberg has presented at several U.S.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 28, 2018

In the seminal book on influence Made to Stick , the authors performed a study that found that after a presentation, audience members were far more likely to recall the stories they heard than the statistics presented — by a factor of more than 12 to 1! Stories stick. Stories connect.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 9, 2017

” … but then you were presented with Amarillo instead. ” In this case, it happened to be the Amarillo wind, which everyone who lives there will tell you about. Flip it on its head. The way I wrote the subject line, you heard the opening line of “Oklahoma!” Totes unexpected and totes chuckle-worthy.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

It most often bubbles up when I find myself confronted by a situation that presents an ethical challenge. Jack Nicholson’s explosive response to Tom Cruise’s relentless questioning in “A Few Good Men” more than a quarter-century ago has always hung out in the back of my mind as I’ve worked with employers and clients over the years. “

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MARCH 21, 2019

Focusing on end data and metrics and forgetting why we’re doing what we’re doing in the first place; losing that human connection, is an ever-present danger. It’s a big reason why I’m taking a break from Twitter and have stepped back from paying close attention to the news and more attention to what’s happening around me.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

But more than anything, I was inspired by the overwhelming opportunities social media presents for transforming healthcare. Here are three social media obstacles health care providers face and the underlying opportunities each present.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 10, 2013

Recently at my workplace (I work at a PR agency in India), I gave a presentation on the importance of social media for our work. During the presentation, my co-workers pointed out that most of them are still not comfortable with the idea of pitching media on social networks. An intense debate. This statement led to an intense debate.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2012

PRSA’s Code of Ethics presents clear guidelines on the ethical considerations that public relations professionals should embrace when representing clients or employers. And if you find yourself facing a situation that presents public opinion challenges, take a deep breath and listen… again… to Hank Williams’ “Your Cheatin’ Heart.”

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 4, 2013

Now, I don’t know if he really did enjoy my presentation or not, but instinctively I had known I hadn’t really offended him. ” Everyone has their own way of presenting, and the hooks they use. The focus of that negativity? xpotomac13 @ shonali ‘s volunteers for social scoring game. twitter.com/Tinu/status/30….

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APRIL 10, 2015

Events Public Relations Speaking & Presenting mytupelo pram2015' She also loves ABBA, bacon, cooking, dogs, and Elvis. Wouldn''t you like to be in her kitchen? Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn 12 PR Lessons from #PRAM2015 and #myTupelo.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

The shoes finally came, I loved ‘em and ended up writing & talking more about them, as I did on BNET … and WUL earlier… and here again… and have started using them as a case study in presentations. I said neat video , not neat presentation. Second: social media is a jeweler’s best friend.

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JUNE 19, 2015

Steve Crescenzo – one of the smartest people in our business, and one of the funniest, and one of the kindest – ended his #IABC15 presentation on “cutting through the clutter” and content strategy with this slide. ” 6 Words on Content Strategy from @crescenzo is a post from: Shonali Burke Consulting, Inc.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 23, 2016

Gum should be avoided during presentations. A minute into the presentation, I realized that I had a piece of gum in my mouth. So when Shonali invited me to join the Blab, I was reluctant at first, but then I thought, “Oh well, I might as well do it.”

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JUNE 20, 2014

Why: People who build their personal brand build stronger networks and are presented with a greater number of business opportunities. This week’s roundup features seven posts from around the web that focus on personal branding. Why Personal Branding? For Lifelong Employability.

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OCTOBER 21, 2015

The easiest (and might I add best) way to package and present data is to weave it into a story. Data will often present the signal PR pros are desperately seeking when ideating a new story. Not everyone can look at data points plotted over time and walk away with an understanding of what that data is indicating.

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MAY 24, 2018

Oh, and bonus points for me at that PRSA conference – I also got my first introduction to Shonali Burke, who presented a professional development session on big data. .” So not only do we have to be creative, but we also must prove our value – each and every time. (Oh, I still have my notes.). “Newsjacking” Still Works.

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APRIL 13, 2011

But what about the substance of his presentation? Throughout Professor Crystal’s presentation, which included plenty of lively debate, we were also treated to plenty of historical examples of how abbreviation actually improved language over the centuries, and that what has happened in the last 10 to 15 years is nothing new.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Feedback can range from presentations, proposals, and even homework assignments for class. Freberg has presented at several U.S. They are most likely using this already with their friends and consuming content from brands, so they can get some experience using this platform professionally. Visual Chat session.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 4, 2015

However, since I’m there in spirit, I figured I’d help you get to know some of the presenters in this week’s roundup. Emergency surgery prevented me from traveling to Laguna this past week for PRSA Counselors Academy 2015 … gah! Training, Networking and Developing Your Personal Academy.

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Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 8, 2014

On balance: Key takeaway from Edelman’s “Balancing Act” panel at #C2Miami : Recharge, Be Present, and Communicate.  Edelman Talent (@EdelmanTalent) August 8, 2014. .” - @rolandsmartin #C2Miami ”  Alayna Middleton (@LoveLivePurpose) August 8, 2014. Then figure out how to be a significant part of it!

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 11, 2011

When we’re presenting, humor is a great way to put our point across. When we’re presenting, we need to be aware that more often than not, we’re going to be speaking to a cross-section of people, some of whom may/may not be familiar with who we are, what we do, or the pulse of the industry in general.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 19, 2012

Yes, I’ve been presenting now for a few years, so I love being able to share what I learn with others, and learn from others. And after you’ve been going to a few of these for a while, even though you are still hungry to learn , you tend to not see/hear a ton of presentations that are mind blowing, or earth-shatteringly new.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Nobody is going to believe in your idea if you present it poorly. Whether you’re a comic book artist or a tech geek, it’s crucial that your video and presentation be top notch. What will that money go to? How much does it cost to make this happen? Be professional. Draw out a storyline for your video before filming.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

With such a great pannel and crowd present, time flew by and before we knew it our hour was up. A4 Thomas Edison failed so many times before giving birth to the bulb. Why should we be afraid of failing at #measurePR? amecmm #measurepr. If you missed it or would like to relive the magic, check out the #measurePR transcript for September 14.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 24, 2014

“I’m scared my presentation will suck because it’s not perfect.” “I don’t look perfect in this outfit so I’m going to duck out of the job interview.” ” When did anyone ever look perfect in any outfit, at least in their own eyes?

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AUGUST 12, 2013

Why: Lisa Gerber proves that creating a need for your business/service is all a matter of perception and presentation. Why: In this guest post for WUL, Kirk Hazlett provides a real world example of how creating a corporate environment that empowers leads to passionate employees who make a company stand out from the crowd.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Even if one has tried really really hard to set one’s presentation on fire ? Get up in front of the entire (somewhat merciless) DC geek crowd? Speak for 5 minutes, with 20 slides synced perfectly to one’s spiel? Aaaaaah!!!! If you feel like coming to cheer me on , I would love it!

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MAY 12, 2014

Why: Between travel, presentations, business development, and life, the task list of the small business owner seems neverending. Why: Are your social media posts speaking at the reader rather than to them? Janet Fouts explores the benefits of #MindfulSocial. The SMBs Cheat Sheet To Better Online Engagement.

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APRIL 13, 2015

This Friday, April 17th, I’m proud to be included in the speaker line up for #NovaCOM15 presented by Rutgers’ School of Communication and Information (SC&I – I teach there too). So I figured it would be neat to do a roundup of posts that reflect some of the very smart minds that will be presenting at this conference.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

This is the Dachis Group’s “ attributes of a social business ” presentation from which I used a screenshot, by the way, and if you’re interested in learning more about why I think Samuel Gordons and Eidia Lush are so terrific, you can catch up here and here. No animals were hurt in the making of this video.

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