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When you want to stop hating presentations

Most people don’t enjoy making presentations.

And, even if they do, they certainly don’t enjoy most of the ones they have to see others deliver.

Sound like you? If so, it’s important you stop hating giving them since, when you look uncomfortable, your audience suspects you lack confidence in what you’re saying. This may make them doubt your competence and credibility . . . and all because of something as petty as not having eye-contact with them.

So, here are some simple ways to stop hating them.

1. Ensure Your Content Is Interesting

When you know your content will interest/help your audience, it’s a real confidence-booster.

So, include content they want to hear – for instance, how your topic will help address ...

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