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Think of having someone as a CRITICAL COLLEAGUE offer you feedback on your presentations. Ask for recognition of your strengths and constructive criticism on things you might improve in future.

The presentation challenge is everlasting. We never reach the pinnacle. If we feel we have made it, with nothing left to learn, our slide into the area of lesser effectiveness begins immediately.

Encourage those in your workplaces, to consider speech and speaking development. So many people are frightened of dealing with the public because they lack communications confidence. Help them up.

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Consider developing and including a MISSION STATEMENT of 25 words or less on the reverse side of your business or personal card. I did this from 1983. It can make a significant impact when shared.

When speaking to an audience be meticulous about acknowledging your sources if using quotes or referring to a particular thesis of thought. Plagiarism may not be intended but can be a speech blot.

Know your AUDIENCE CONTEXT and speak in a genre with which they are familiar and therefore feel comfortable. Talking above the heads of the audience would be unfortunate. Research audience background.