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Improv Your Way to a Powerful Presence

Bod Jess Rogers (center), PowerSpeaking, Inc. Facilitator and Coach, knows a thing or two about the power of improv. Here she is on stage at the Edinburgh Improv festival earlier this year.y (5)


Let’s say you're in a meeting, and your boss suddenly asks for your input on a project that you're not prepared to discuss. Or you're in the middle of a high-stakes presentation, and suddenly your slides freeze. In those moments, you don't have time to script a perfect reply. You have to improvise.

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From Numbers to Narrative: The Art of Data Storytelling

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In a workplace—and world—saturated with information, the ability to cut through the noise and deliver a clear, compelling message is invaluable. That’s why “data storytelling” isn't a fad; it's an essential communication skill. It's how we need to transform dry numbers and complex data into actionable insights and turn passive audiences into engaged stakeholders.

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Effective Meetings

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Meetings have a reputation. From long-winded discussions to unproductive brainstorming sessions, they often feel like a waste of time. But the truth is, meetings are essential to any organization. They can be a forum to foster collaboration, drive decisions, and keep teams aligned. The challenge lies in making them effective, engaging, and productive. 

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Giving & Receiving Feedback

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Have you ever heard the expression “Clear is kind, unclear is unkind?”

That simple yet transformative concept is something Brené Brown talks about extensively in her book, “Dare to Lead.”

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Step Into Your Power: 10 Ways to Speak, Act, and Lead With Presence

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Picture a woman entering a meeting room, standing tall, walking with confidence and composure, and greeting the other attendees with a warm, engaging smile.

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Unlock the Secrets to Facilitating Productive, Inclusive Meetings and Discussions

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Picture this: You're part of a project team trying to come up with a solution to a critical challenge. Without a facilitator, the conversation jumps from topic to topic. Some voices are louder than others, and the team leaves without any clear consensus or actionable takeaways.

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Let’s Get Visual! How to Make Your Presentations Connect and Inspire

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In the nearly 40 years since PowerPoint was released, there have been countless books, webinars, and workshops on how to use it (and other similar tools) to create eye-catching, effective presentations.

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Be Compelling, Be Real: Delivery Styles That Connect

PowerSpeaking’s Sarah Palmer, Director of Business Development, EMEA, lights up an audience at the Women in Tech World Series conference in London. (1)

Decades ago, I worked with an incredibly articulate executive who was always cool and composed when he presented. He had a tendency, however, to click his heels periodically while talking. 

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Success Article

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📣 We’re in the news again! 🗞 Success.com magazine profiled us after interviewing CEO Carrie Beckstrom. The article highlights our human-centered approach to public speaking, technical and executive presentations, and storytelling—and making smart use of AI.

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