Jumpstart Confidence in Business Presenting

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True confessions time.

 

Corporate leaders around the world confess to a singular dread of presenting in front of groups. It's shocking, really. Grown men in dark blue suits. Successful women who have smashed the glass ceiling.

 

They should be confident. They should feel great and ready to jump up and take center stage. But, it's not the case.

 

In the quiet safety of a hallway. Next to the elevator. Over a cup of coffee. These men and women tell a simple story:

 

"I dread presenting."

 

"I get nauseous just thinking about it!"

 

"I've had presentation skills training on my development plan for the last 15 years."

 

This is bad news. Smart, well-educated professionals who would rather stay under the covers than step into the spotlight. All that knowledge, insight and contribution hidden or lost. This is a sorry shame.

 

But good news is close behind.

 

Learning how to feel confident giving presentations has gotten easier than ever before. An entire new source for professional development training is now available: online presentation skills training.

 

Previously, busy professionals relied on expensive in-house training programs, exorbitant coaching fees and public seminars. No more. Now, the choice is clear: self-study courses are the way to go.

 

These leaders are men and women who know the importance of professional skills training. It's a career booster like no other. It is the critical key to unlock more job opportunity, better promotions, and greater success.

 

While senior leadership promotions often look for work experience, smart organizations value communication training and leadership presentation skills.

 

The big question every professional should ask is this: what's on your calendar for becoming a confident presenter?

 

Let's look at the big 'excuses' that could be standing in your way:

 

1. No travel budget

 

Online course and skill development is now available from many websites. With webinars it is easy to learn the skills you need to succeed.

 

2. No time

 

No worries. Get quick training bites in short video tutorials. Grab new ideas in cheat sheets and blueprints you can use from the convenience of your home, office or hotel room.

 

3. No money

 

Hey, let's kick that excuse to the curb. New pricing and new low cost options provide high-value for as little as pennies a day!

 

4. No support from boss

 

With new online solutions for every budget, you don't need to wait for approval from your boss or organization. In fact, you'd be smarter to take your career path into your own hands.

 

By conquering your fear of presenting, you'll be uniquely positioned for promotions, job opportunities, and attracting employers who value education.

 

5. No confidence

 

Lack of confidence is not truly a barrier. It's more a warning light on your internal dashboard. Ad when this warning light is flashing it's signaling one thing: it's time to solidify your intent.

 

Focus on finding resources that are non-judgmental and confidence boosting. Lack of confidence arises because you haven't yet learned the step-by-step system to feel good, relaxed and natural presenting in front of groups.

 

Remember this important fact: learning to be a confident presenter is a skill. It's a learnable skill. The sooner you start learning the ropes, the sooner you'll be free of nervous jitters.

 

The most powerful presenters today often started because they recognized one thing: if they stay stuck in excuses, they will never achieve their career goals.

 

These professionals learned in the same way you can. Take the first step. Then the second. In no time you'll have new professional skills that can take you to the top of your career.