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practice projecting when you make presentations, even at our
committee meetings.”
■ “I noticed that your voice tightens when you speak up at
meetings. Try drinking hot tea or coffee instead of cold water.”
■ “Your presentations have become quite polished. My one
suggestion is that you work on inflection.”
■ “I saw a very motivational speech on TV last night. I recorded
it for anyone who would like to use it to get pointers on
presentation style.” (Do not use religious or political figures.
No matter how motivational they may be, when emotions get
involved, the points you hope to make will be lost.)
■ “That was a tough Q&A you fielded. One way to control the
‘question bully’ is to use eye contact and body language. As
soon as you complete your answer, turn and acknowledge
someone in another part of the room.”
■ “Wow! You were dynamic, well versed, and succinct. We
couldn’t have asked for a better representative.”
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