May 16, 2014
Preparing for a talk: three tips from behind the scenes
Preparing for a talk isn't quick. I spend a lot of time preparing for a 35 minute presentation. Here are my 3 tips.
Preparing for a talk isn't quick
I spend a lot of time preparing for a 35-40 minute presentation. In total I spend over an hour per every minute of a talk, over the course of about six weeks.
I know people who wing talks. I know people who tweak slides minutes before going on stage. That's not me.
But my goal is different. It's not about presenting information for me. It's about creating a memorable experience. Something that stays with people - long after I leave.
In this 10 minute video, I walk you thru the three things that I worry about, behind the scenes, as I prepare for a presentation.
So tell me this: what's your prep like?
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About the Author
Chris Lema has spent twenty-five years in tech leadership, product development, and coaching. He builds AI-powered tools that help experts package what they know, build authority, and create programs people pay for. He writes about AI, leadership, and motivation.
