"Speak from the heart (and not a script) in order to engage your audience.

Whether you’re starting your first document or using Word’s advanced capabilities, this site can help.

"If you're planning to wrap up your presentation with a half-hearted call for "any questions?

"No matter how topical, relevant or pressing your content is, you're often fighting an uphill battle for the audience's attention.

Dave Mac gives his advice at PresentationBlogger.

"If you're looking to improve your small-talk skills, here's an expert take on the best tips for making conversation.

"Many people think persuasion is essentially “debating lite.

"In this clip Mark Powell provides best practice tips for opening and closing presentations.

"Preparation for a killer presentation is counterintuitive because it runs against everything business people naturally do when it comes to preparing their talks.

"It’s not about sleek graphics or the presentation software you use.

"Let’s talk about what we know about how rate of speech impacts credibility and persuasiveness.

"Movies are also a great way for leaders to learn about leadership on their own!" "Here’s a list of my 20 favorite leadership movies, updated with links to purchase the DVD on Amazon.

"When it comes to video editing, you may be wondering what’s the best tool to use.

According to Jeffrey Sharlach (photo, left), "People tend to worry about all the wrong things when they have to do a presentation.

"Hear what Americans have to say about their jobs.

"If you're tired of standing in front of your audience and shuffling through slides, you're definitely not alone.

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"There's no single formula for a great talk, but there is a secret ingredient that all the best ones have in common.

"Communicating with others is an essential skill in business dealings, family affairs, and romantic relationships.

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"In short, there’s a lot of variables that can affect what makes for a good presentation.

Curtis Newbold presents an infographic on the topic.

According to Todd Smith (photo, left), "There are literally hundreds if not thousands of little things we can do to raise the bar in our professional and personal lives.

"Consider these three ways to show gratitude to co-workers who make your life easier.