Please note that we will be running our popular Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop on January 19, 2008. Our workshops tend to fill up very quickly so please register early to secure your spot.
Date: Saturday, January 19th, 2008
Time: 10:00am to 6:30pm
Venue: 15/F Grandview Commercial Centre, 29-32 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Cost: HK$1,980 for one - HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send email to Jan19DPW@biz-results.net for a registration form and seminar details or call +852 3102 8031.
To Register Online, simply click on the PayPal icon in the upper right column.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Saturday, November 3, 2007
The Five Immutable Laws of Public Speaking
1. Be Clear On The Message – Often times, a speaker will focus on what to say to impress the audience instead of the message that he/she wishes to share. When the message is of value and of benefit to the audience, you will make an impact. There are so many techniques that you can learn on presenting. Just do a simple search on the Internet and you will be able to download tons of materials on techniques but the real power is in the message. What is it that you want to share? How will your message and content add value to the audience? There is always a message behind a presentation.
When the message has meaning, is relevant to the audience, adds value, touches the heart, is sincere and comes from a place of contribution, you will influence your audience and your presentation will not only be memorable but highly effective.
2. Trust Your Knowledge and Expertise – If you are asked to speak on a topic, obviously you must be an expert on the topic. If you are not, then you better become an expert fast or decline to speak. You must also be completely assured on the fact that you know your subject inside out and given any other opportunity, (when not in front of a group or large audience) you speak very eloquently, knowledgably and convincingly on the topic. So the key is to transfer this to the stage. You know your subject inside out, trust that you know your content and do not let intimidation of who’s in the audience or what people may think to distract you from your expertise.
3. Do Not Compete With A PowerPoint Presentation – I've seen enough of presentations that were devastated by the ghastly modern tool we call "PowerPoint" that I now encourage ALL the participants who go through my training to let it go completely, if possible. Among the many downsides of using PowerPoint, 95% of the time there will be a technical error which interrupts the flow of your presentation and makes for a very awkward opening. If you must use a PowerPoint, if it is required within corporate guidelines and you must use it to show graphs, etc, then use it wisely.
Make PowerPoint YOUR TOOL and not the other way around. Turn it off when you are speaking and only turn it on to show the graphs or images. As a speaker, you will be lost when competing with a screen that shows text that you read while positioned to the side, and often in the dark!
4. Drink Water and Breathe! – Incredibly simple and people often underestimate the importance of hydration and breathing for a presentation. It’s amazing how people will eat a big lunch or have alcohol before a presentation. Sometimes when I am presenting, I may go the entire day without food and just drink water for energy. Food, especially starchy food, can weigh your body down and affect your energy levels.
I am not suggesting you fast but rather, eat light meals the day before a presentation and avoid caffeine. Breathing and drinking water sends energy to the brain and will keep you fresh and alert for your presentation.
5. Preparation, Preparation, Preparation – Practicing, rehearsing, preparing until you master your presentation will do wonders for your confidence. A lot of my clients often leave it to the final hour and then I get a panic call a few days before because they have not prepared and need some last minute coaching. It’s not a pleasant feeling – that panicky feeling in the pit of the stomach just before a presentation.
To avoid this, all you need to do is to prepare. Set a schedule when you will prepare the content, fine-tune it, rehearse, and rehearse again, and rehearse again in front of a mirror and then rehearse again in front of a trial audience. You get the picture? It takes a lot of practice to master the skill. Make the time and you will never be left with the panicky feeling again.
Be sure to sign up EARLY for our upcoming Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop!
Date: Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 6:30pm
Venue: 15/F Grandview Commercial Centre, 29-32 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Cost: HK$1,980 for one - HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send email to Nov24DPW@biz-results.net for a registration form and seminar details or call +852 3102 8032.
To Register Online, simply click on the PayPal icon in the upper right column.
Look forward to seeing you again very soon!
When the message has meaning, is relevant to the audience, adds value, touches the heart, is sincere and comes from a place of contribution, you will influence your audience and your presentation will not only be memorable but highly effective.
2. Trust Your Knowledge and Expertise – If you are asked to speak on a topic, obviously you must be an expert on the topic. If you are not, then you better become an expert fast or decline to speak. You must also be completely assured on the fact that you know your subject inside out and given any other opportunity, (when not in front of a group or large audience) you speak very eloquently, knowledgably and convincingly on the topic. So the key is to transfer this to the stage. You know your subject inside out, trust that you know your content and do not let intimidation of who’s in the audience or what people may think to distract you from your expertise.
3. Do Not Compete With A PowerPoint Presentation – I've seen enough of presentations that were devastated by the ghastly modern tool we call "PowerPoint" that I now encourage ALL the participants who go through my training to let it go completely, if possible. Among the many downsides of using PowerPoint, 95% of the time there will be a technical error which interrupts the flow of your presentation and makes for a very awkward opening. If you must use a PowerPoint, if it is required within corporate guidelines and you must use it to show graphs, etc, then use it wisely.
Make PowerPoint YOUR TOOL and not the other way around. Turn it off when you are speaking and only turn it on to show the graphs or images. As a speaker, you will be lost when competing with a screen that shows text that you read while positioned to the side, and often in the dark!
4. Drink Water and Breathe! – Incredibly simple and people often underestimate the importance of hydration and breathing for a presentation. It’s amazing how people will eat a big lunch or have alcohol before a presentation. Sometimes when I am presenting, I may go the entire day without food and just drink water for energy. Food, especially starchy food, can weigh your body down and affect your energy levels.
I am not suggesting you fast but rather, eat light meals the day before a presentation and avoid caffeine. Breathing and drinking water sends energy to the brain and will keep you fresh and alert for your presentation.
5. Preparation, Preparation, Preparation – Practicing, rehearsing, preparing until you master your presentation will do wonders for your confidence. A lot of my clients often leave it to the final hour and then I get a panic call a few days before because they have not prepared and need some last minute coaching. It’s not a pleasant feeling – that panicky feeling in the pit of the stomach just before a presentation.
To avoid this, all you need to do is to prepare. Set a schedule when you will prepare the content, fine-tune it, rehearse, and rehearse again, and rehearse again in front of a mirror and then rehearse again in front of a trial audience. You get the picture? It takes a lot of practice to master the skill. Make the time and you will never be left with the panicky feeling again.
Be sure to sign up EARLY for our upcoming Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop!
Date: Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 6:30pm
Venue: 15/F Grandview Commercial Centre, 29-32 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Cost: HK$1,980 for one - HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send email to Nov24DPW@biz-results.net for a registration form and seminar details or call +852 3102 8032.
To Register Online, simply click on the PayPal icon in the upper right column.
Look forward to seeing you again very soon!
Sunday, September 2, 2007
September 22 Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop
Learn the Secrets of How To Deliver A Masterful Presentation and Overcoming The Fear of Public Speaking -- In Just One Day!
Are you someone who is competent, intelligent and a very persuasive professional but when it comes to speaking in front of a group of people, whether it's 10, 50 or 200 (for different people, the scale and intensity of fear symptoms vary with the group size), you experience a temporary brain freeze, you cannot communicate, nervousness and panic overtake you physically, and then you cope by speeding through whatever you have to say so that you can get off the stage?
This fear is not nice and we deal with it - head on during our one day training. Because once you understand that this fear, this panic, this uncontrollable fright is not real, it is when you take the first step to overcoming it.
Why is it some people are born for the stage and some would rather sit in a dentist chair and get a root canal than speak in front of a group? Just realize that everyone goes through this stage of fear, even for the world's most accomplished speakers.
World leaders, actors, comedians, trainers, motivational speakers - they still experience anxiety from time to time even though they seem "flawless" on stage. They just worked out how to transform that fear into fuel, strength and confidence.Basically, anyone can overcome it and see this fear for what it really is - just a perception.
We have been running this workshop for three years now, and at every single workshop, participants experience a dramatic transformation - in just one day! We do not use conventional methods in public speaking training, but rather we focus on each speaker's strength and mindset.
It's altering the perception of fear that makes a difference as well as the speaker's physical and mental state that allows them to speak confidently, professionally and effortlessly.
What You Will Learn At Our Workshop:
Are you someone who is competent, intelligent and a very persuasive professional but when it comes to speaking in front of a group of people, whether it's 10, 50 or 200 (for different people, the scale and intensity of fear symptoms vary with the group size), you experience a temporary brain freeze, you cannot communicate, nervousness and panic overtake you physically, and then you cope by speeding through whatever you have to say so that you can get off the stage?
This fear is not nice and we deal with it - head on during our one day training. Because once you understand that this fear, this panic, this uncontrollable fright is not real, it is when you take the first step to overcoming it.
Why is it some people are born for the stage and some would rather sit in a dentist chair and get a root canal than speak in front of a group? Just realize that everyone goes through this stage of fear, even for the world's most accomplished speakers.
World leaders, actors, comedians, trainers, motivational speakers - they still experience anxiety from time to time even though they seem "flawless" on stage. They just worked out how to transform that fear into fuel, strength and confidence.Basically, anyone can overcome it and see this fear for what it really is - just a perception.
We have been running this workshop for three years now, and at every single workshop, participants experience a dramatic transformation - in just one day! We do not use conventional methods in public speaking training, but rather we focus on each speaker's strength and mindset.
It's altering the perception of fear that makes a difference as well as the speaker's physical and mental state that allows them to speak confidently, professionally and effortlessly.
What You Will Learn At Our Workshop:
You will discover your unique presentation style and strengths as a "leader in communication" and explore your public speaking persona. You will do this by delivering presentations and receiving immediate feedback.
During this one day workshop, you will be coached "real-time" on preparation, delivery and presentation. We learn the most quickly by DOING so be prepared to STEP UP, take action during this workshop and exponentially accelerate your skills as a public speaker.
Results are guaranteed or your money back!
This workshop will teach you how to:
- Prepare your speech for maximum impact
- Create a compelling and memorable message
- Present your content in a powerful and meaningful way
- Make a strong impression with your audience
- Develop rapport with and engage your audience
- Deliver a smooth and flawless presentation with minimum preparation
- Control nervousness and anxiety
- Adopt empowering and secret techniques that the world's most accomplished speakers use
There's more!
- Learn how to deliver an impromptu speech with no preparation
- Create personalized techniques for you to use anytime
- Receive genuine and supportive feedback from a live audience!
September 22 Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop
Date: Satuday, September 22, 2007
Venue: 15/F Grandview Commercial Centre, 29-32 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, HK
Cost: $1,980 for one - HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send an email to sept22DPW@biz-results.net for a registration form and seminar details or simply register by clicking on the "Paypal" icon in the right column
Friday, August 3, 2007
August 25 Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop
We've had a very busy month and a very rewarding experience from our July 7th workshop. We are receiving more and more inquiries so we are now running this workshop monthly to accomodate all the continuous requests we have been receiving!
I want to emphasize that it is quite an enjoyable experience even though for some, it is about overcoming the fear and really dealing with the physical and very real mental anxiety that comes from speaking in front of a group.
We truly create a bond with the group and by the end of the day, everyone has stepped up, delivered their presentations and experienced what it's like to be strong and dynamic while presenting. This is a big promise and we do make it happen - at every workshop!
As usual, our spots are limited so please be sure to sign up early. We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: Saturday, August 25, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 6:30pm
Venue: 15/F Grand View Commercial Centre, 29-31 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, HK
Cost: HK$1,980 for one. HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send an email to Aug25DPW@biz-results.net for seminar details or click on the "Paypal" icon in the right column to register online.
Due to the limited availability, reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. You are urged to book NOW if you wish to attend. No additional discounts will be offered.
I want to emphasize that it is quite an enjoyable experience even though for some, it is about overcoming the fear and really dealing with the physical and very real mental anxiety that comes from speaking in front of a group.
We truly create a bond with the group and by the end of the day, everyone has stepped up, delivered their presentations and experienced what it's like to be strong and dynamic while presenting. This is a big promise and we do make it happen - at every workshop!
As usual, our spots are limited so please be sure to sign up early. We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: Saturday, August 25, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 6:30pm
Venue: 15/F Grand View Commercial Centre, 29-31 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, HK
Cost: HK$1,980 for one. HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Send an email to Aug25DPW@biz-results.net for seminar details or click on the "Paypal" icon in the right column to register online.
Due to the limited availability, reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. You are urged to book NOW if you wish to attend. No additional discounts will be offered.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Back by Popular Demand! - July 7 Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop
If you have missed out attending previous workshops, then this is the last one before we launch into the summer holidays and you certainly will not want to miss out this time around!
Our last workshop was particularly outstanding and the success stories are still coming in. Please note some of the comments from our attendees:
“This workshop was amazing. It was more than a public speaking workshop. It was empowering, encouraging and I feel big possibilities and opportunities open up for me. Thank you Cecilia. You are a vibrant facilitator and you sure do change people’s lives! After attending the workshop, I realize my speaking is now different, big time. I use my own words, not anyone else’s and it is more powerful than ever.” – Yoko Ogawa, Wellness Educator, NetworkCare Hong Kong
Our last workshop was particularly outstanding and the success stories are still coming in. Please note some of the comments from our attendees:
“This workshop was amazing. It was more than a public speaking workshop. It was empowering, encouraging and I feel big possibilities and opportunities open up for me. Thank you Cecilia. You are a vibrant facilitator and you sure do change people’s lives! After attending the workshop, I realize my speaking is now different, big time. I use my own words, not anyone else’s and it is more powerful than ever.” – Yoko Ogawa, Wellness Educator, NetworkCare Hong Kong
“Shortly after attending this workshop, I delivered a corporate presentation and it was amazing how much I improved and didn't panic! It was by far the best presentation I have ever delivered!” – Ashley Khoo, Senior Investment Manager, HSBC
“I can now control my mind and body to present with total confidence and come across as a successful speaker. I can do it! Thank you so much for this opportunity to grow and to be able to handle a big aspect of my job with confidence. I had a wonderful and impactful experience.” – Lily Lam, Teacher
“Cecilia is the best facilitator that I have ever experienced in a training class.” – J. Rahaim
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Program Details:
You will discover your unique presentation style and strengths as a "leader in communication" and explore your public speaking persona. You will do this by delivering presentations and receiving immediate feedback.
During this one day workshop, you will be coached "real-time" on preparation, delivery and presentation. We learn the most quickly by DOING so be prepared to STEP UP, take action during this workshop and exponentially accelerate your skills as a public speaker. You will also receive a video recording of your performances for feedback reference and to view your improvement throughout the day.
RESULTS ARE GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK!
This workshop will teach you how to:
*Prepare your speech
*Create a compelling message
*Present your content in a powerful and meaningful way
*Make an impact with your audience
*Develop rapport and engage your audience
*Deliver a smooth and flawless presentation
*Control nervousness and anxiety
*Adopt empowering and secret techniques that the world's most powerful speakers use
Date: Saturday, July 7, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Venue: 6/F Grand View Commercial Centre, 29-31 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, HK
Cost: HK$1,980 for one HK$3,500 for two
To Register: Call us at 3102-8032 or email mailto:info@biz-results.net
*****
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Monday, May 21, 2007
Amazing People, Amazing Results
I am so pleased with our most recent workshop on May 19th. We had the most dynamic group engage in an intense day of mastering presentation skills. Every participant was stunning and achieved a dramatic transformation in public speaking. The group dynamics contributed to the accelerated results and it is so inspiring for me to work with such an amazing group of people.
We were also overbooked for this workshop so due to popular demand, I will be scheduling the next one very soon. Please stay tuned for details...
Until then, step out of your comfort zone and step up to your maximum potential as a leader in communication!
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Dynamic Presentation Skills Workshop - May 19, 2007
In Just One Day, You Will Learn the Skills and Tools to Deliver a Dynamic Presentation in Front Of An Audience Confidently, Effortlessly and Flawlessly!
Imagine that you are stepping in front of a large audience and you are about to deliver a presentation. You are confident, poised, powerful and completely in control. You flow through your presentation effortlessly, flawlessly and the audience is completely mesmerized by you.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN THE SKILLS TO ACHIEVE THIS?
A participant from our most recent workshop shares:
"This workshop completely changed how I feel about standing to speak in front of a crowd. Far from being something I dread as was previously the case, giving a speech is now something I welcome as an opportunity to share some meaningful information and connect with a group. My outlook has been transformed to what is possible in my career because of the communication skills learned and the confidence gained in presenting to a larger audience. There is no doubt that this was the catalyst that made me decide to launch my own business. My expectations of the day were far exceeded and I look forward to attending the next one!" - Peter Armstrong, Break Free - STOP SMOKING FOR GOOD.
What You Will Learn At Our Workshop:
You will discover your unique presentation style and strengths as a "leader in communication" and explore your public speaking persona. You will do this by delivering presentations and receiving immediate feedback.
During this one day workshop, you will be coached "real-time" on preparation, delivery and presentation. We learn the most quickly by DOING so be prepared to STEP UP, take action during this workshop and exponentially accelerate your skills as a public speaker. You will also receive a video recording of your performances for feedback reference and to view your improvement throughout the day.
RESULTS ARE GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK!
This workshop will teach you how to:
- Prepare your speech
- Create a compelling message
- Present your content in a powerful and meaningful way
- Make an impact with your audience
- Develop rapport and engage your audience
- Deliver a smooth and flawless presentation
- Control nervousness and anxiety
- Adopt empowering and secret techniques that the world's most powerful speakers use
OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOP:
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2007
Time: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Venue: 15/F Grand View Commercial Centre, 29-31 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, HK
Cost: HK$1,980 for one HK$3,400 for two
To Register: Call us at 3102-8032 or email mailto:cecilia@biz-results.net
Due to the limited availability, reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. You are urged to book NOW if you wish to attend. No additional group discounts will be offered. Course fee includes video recording and a 100% money back guarantee.
*****
"It was a truly life changing experience for me and I can't thank you enough for the support you showed me as did the whole group in my moments of self doubt. I can approach future challenges in a much more positive way now and actually look forward to opportunities to speak to groups rather than dreading it!" - Michael Fawdry, Director, Ernest Maude Continental Investments Limited.
"Within hours, I realized I am not afraid to make presentations in front of people and I felt very brave. I can present to an audience now." - Henry Chan, Senior Manager, Federal Express
"Cecilia's workshop gets right down to work and has all participants learning the techniques and practicing right away, each receiving constant constructive feedback. It’s one of the fastest ways to polish one’s presentation skills I’ve ever experienced." - Brett S. Cameron, Sales Director, REDEV Properties of Canada
"Right after attending the workshop, I made a presentation to a contractor to share information about our projects and I applied the skills I learned. I was very confident and delivered my presentation smoothly. I received very favorable feedback from my boss and was informed by the contractor that my presentation was the best among the others." - Gary Lin, Marketing Executive, Proficiency Net Ltd.
"I really enjoyed the afternoon seminar. It was challenging, fun and at the same time very insightful. I learned a lot and will conduct my next speech in an entirely different (and hopefully better) way... I think Cecilia did a great job and I was also moved by the great progress everybody made within these few hours." - Charlie Lang, Executive Coach & Trainer, Progress-U Ltd.
“Because I have managed to avoid public speaking for the last 15 years, the hurdle to step up in front of people was huge. Through the help of Cecilia and the open feedback of the course participants I did a final speech at the end of the day. I never thought I would do a speech with only 15 minutes preparation without using any notes. Two weeks after the course, I did a speech in front of 70 people, something I would have never considered in a million years prior to attending the public speaking course.” – Brigitte Weber
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