Presentation Training

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Does the idea of speaking before an audience send your head spinning? Are you tongue tied and anxious? Join the club! The solution is here!

Fear of public speaking strikes most everyone – but that’s okay!

Marianne can help you conquer anxiety so you can step up - front and center - and become a relevant, inspirational leader.

Through seminar and on camera personal coaching sessions, Marianne will show you how to craft your message, connect with your audience, and deliver a message which is powerful, engaging and memorable. From boardrooms to conference speaking events, Marianne can personalize your training experience to meet your needs.

A Few Program Points

How to communicate and connect with the audience
Scriptwriting and storytelling
Turn anxiety into energy
Power of the pause
Science and physiology of speaking
Enhance your voice
Proper use of PowerPoint and video
Conquer the podium and non-verbal communication
Field questions and handle distractions

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Marianne shares tips for your Presentation success!

When wrapping it all up – never say “In conclusion”. Instead, ask “what questions do you have?” It may be a matter of semantics, but it’s a tactic which engages the audience to the end.

Don’t be afraid of pauses! A second or two is all it takes to emphasize a point, calm your pace or re-engage your audience.

Never, ever read the speech! Once it’s structured, memorize your introduction and conclusion and let bullet points be your guide for everything in between.

Minnie Mouse or James Earl Jones? Which voice sounds most authoritative and effective? You can change your voice to have more resonance, warmth and power.

Did you know anxiety is caused in part by a physical, chemical reaction? Learn how to absorb more oxygen through proper breathing to diminish toxins, reduce anxiety and remain clear-headed.

Use PowerPoint as an enhancement tool only – not a crutch. You are the focus – not the PowerPoint!

Humor and storytelling always wins over an audience!

Words are powerful! Choose fewer, more impactful phrases and create simple, declarative statements. It offers a message easier for your audience to absorb and remember.

Success begins with a well written speech. Consider why you are speaking. In ten words or less, jot down your core message and use it as a guide in writing your speech.

Start the clock! You have 10-20 seconds to capture your audience and make them care about your message. Consider your audience and why should they listen to you.

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Marianne has been working with my talent for two years now, and has done a tremendous job in building their skill set, increasing their evaluation scores after delivering presentations and making them more comfortable both on screen and on stage. Very easy to work with and has a keen eye for improving details. Highly recommended for both training camera talent and presentation training.

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Marianne is a consummate professional and a gifted teacher. She was a pleasure to work with, and each person, no matter their experience, walked away from Marianne’s training feeling more confident and very thankful.

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Carla D’Amato

Marianne is a highly polished, professional public speaking consultant. Using her vast experience in television broadcasting, Marianne was able to transform me from a fearful, awkward, public speaker to one with poise, ease and effect. Her tactics and coaching, coupled with her patience and demeanor, provided me with the tools to use to increase my confidence as a public speaker. I would highly recommend Marianne to help you reach your goals.

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Does the idea of speaking before an audience send your head spinning? Are you tongue tied and anxious? Join the club! The solution is here!

Fear of public speaking strikes most everyone – but that’s okay!

A Few Program Points

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Marianne's Latest on Presentation Training

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