Entries by Stephen Wagner

Presenting successfully across the globe

An expert on your subject, you have registered for an international conference. After weeks of waiting you are reading the message in your mailbox: Your presentation fits well into the program and will be accepted for the conference. Congratulations! Presenting in your first language is comparatively easy for you. You know your way around the […]

Who is stirring up my presentation?

Do you act confidently in the event of unplanned interruptions and disruptions? You can influence a lot with your personal attitude. As a speaker you are most likely sensitive to any kind of disruption. Can you differentiate between trivial disturbances and those where you need to intervene? With a portion of serenity and good preparation […]

Climate change impacts presentation style

Cultural development is driven by factors such as language, climate and environment. For instance, how we communicate can be seen in the climate in which we live. In cold climate conditions, we keep our conversation to a minimum – it is rather short and purposeful, and we sometimes seem to be buttoned up.   Presentation […]

Speeches create knowledge

“We are happy to inform you that your presentation has been selected for our conference…” Congratulations, you have passed the first hurdle! In science it is appreciated to present and discuss results of your research at conferences. But how do you prepare for your presentation and which way do you present your material? What added […]

Successful presentations are always original

Here is THE tip for all presentations you will give in the future: Dare to prepare – each of your speeches, again and again! Of course, every speech should be prepared so well that you can deliver it in a convincing way. Every single speech is unique and cannot be compared to any previous presentation. […]