I'm a public-speaking expert, and I've trained many executives and senior teams. I tell all of them to stop starting work presentations with a salutation or a "hello." Instead, you should engage your ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Covering all things related to communication skills. Aug 25, 2025, 04:40pm EDT “Start with a joke,” is one of the most poorly ...

How many of us realize that giving a presentation or making a speech is all about persuasion, influence, and emotional intelligence? Impactful presenters understand the power of empathy to understand ...

From clicking through slides of that randomly assigned group project you spent far too long putting off, to unveiling a semester’s worth of research at an end-of-year senior showcase, there comes a ...

It’s human nature to judge, both consciously and unconsciously. As much as we like to believe that we are in complete control of our thoughts, we all make snap assessments of others in a matter of ...

It’s easy to feel awkward or overstimulated in a conference environment. Nature sought advice on how to avoid moments of panic while giving talks or discussing your research. I’m a PhD student ...

In about 4 weeks I'll be starting a new position as a manufacturing plant General Manager. This is very exciting for me as I've always been excited about leading. It's a bit rattling also as I've ...

Go from text prompts to slide decks in minutes with CNET's guide on creating a PowerPoint presentation using artificial intelligence tools. Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She ...

I stood at the side of a large stage, unseen by the audience and waiting for my cue. The event emcee was introducing me in Spanish at the podium. Across the stage, hidden in the wings, I could see a ...

Here are the ways to create an interactive online presentation: Create an interactive presentation using Google Slides with a free add-on called PearDeck. Use ClassFlow to create an interactive online ...