The Presentation Boss Podcast

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The Presentation Boss Podcast is all about the art and skill of technical presentations. Kate Norris and Thomas Krafft share and discuss tips, tools and strategies from their own, professional experience as well as interview other experts to help you present with clarity and confidence. Whether you're tasked with your first-ever talk, interested in extending your current knowledge, or looking to refine and broaden your skills, this is the podcast you need to communicate your ideas so that people listen. www.presentationboss.com.au/podcast

  1. 6d ago

    04. The Six Elements of Influential Workplace Presentations

    Too many presentations begin by opening PowerPoint, or thinking about the most interesting pieces of information. And that’s exactly the wrong place to start if you want to be influential. It's possible to have great data, solid analysis and polished slides, then finish your presentation with "thanks, that was interesting" and watch absolutely nothing happen. In this episode, Kate and Thomas unpack the Data Storytelling Success Model (The Triangle) that works for all workplace communications and technical presentations. It’s the framework we use with organisations across industries, functions and all over the world to turn informed experts into influential communicators. It's the framework we use to diagnose why workplace presentations fail to influence and where technical communicators should focus to improve them. We explain the six essential elements that sit behind every effective presentation. If you've ever wondered why some presentations lead to action while others are quickly forgotten, this episode will share with you the essential pieces of preparation you need. What You'll Learn: The common mistake of building presentations for ourselves instead of our audienceHow to identify the one audience member who matters most.The "Sticky Note Message" technique for creating clear communication.Why insight and narrative matter more than simply sharing information.The three questions every presentation should answer.How better visuals reduce confusion and increase decision-making.How "death by dashboard" has joined “death by PowerPoint”.Why delivery is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to influential presentations.How to identify the weakest link in your own workplace communication. Resources and Links: See the Triangle: Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.auThe Presentation Boss Podcast: presentationboss.com.au/podcastKate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytellingThomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling-au

  2. Aug 11

    03. Andrew Jepson on Finance Leadership; from Numbers to Influence

    Can great communication be worth millions to a business? Today's guest thinks so, and explains why the future belongs to technical experts who can influence, not just inform. It's our first expert interview of the season; we're joined by Andrew Jepson, finance business partnering specialist, Chartered Accountant, and author of "Compliance to Commercial". We explore why technical expertise alone isn't enough, how communication creates influence, and why AI will make human communication skills even more valuable. Whether you work in finance, analytics, engineering, or any technical profession, this episode is packed with practical ideas for becoming someone whose advice actually shapes decisions. What You'll Learn: • Why technical expertise alone won't make you influential • The habit that separates report producers from trusted advisors • How to simplify complex information without losing accuracy • Why asking better questions is often more powerful than having better answers • The "tree trunk and branches" framework for avoiding unnecessary detail • How AI is changing technical roles, and why communication will become even more valuable About Our Guest: Andrew Jepson is a Chartered Accountant with more than 25 years of commercial experience across finance and operational leadership roles. After seeing technically brilliant finance teams struggle to influence business decisions, he founded FBP Team in 2016 to help finance professionals develop the communication, influencing, and business partnering skills that create real commercial impact. Memorable Moments: • "Get away from your desk and go talk to people." • "Once the robots arrive, the only thing left will be business partnering." • "You don't need to know the answers. You just need to know the questions." • "Once you can't see the trunk anymore, cut it back." • "The AI will do the cave work." Resources and Links: • Andrew Jepson: https://financebusinesspartnering.com • Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjepson • "Compliance to Commercial: The Quiet Approach to Finance Business Partnering" • "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey" • "What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith" Presentation Boss Resources: • Email us: [podcast@presentationboss.com.au](mailto:podcast@presentationboss.com.au) • The Presentation Boss Podcast: presentationboss.com.au/podcast • Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling • Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling-au

  3. Aug 4

    02. Presentation Breakdown: Amy Webb: How I Hacked Online Dating

    In this episode we're doing a presentation breakdown - just like we used to do speech breakdowns, but now we can also SHOW you the talk as we watch, and provide our thoughts and highlight techniques as we watch real time. We're watching a classic talk that we came across over a decade ago, and as data nerds who like a laugh, we both enjoyed this display of entertaining data storytelling. It's a TED-x Talk from 2013, presented to a smaller crowd and tackles how data analysis tied into online dating. What You'll Learn: • The power of starting in the action of a story • How providing a single, simple example is more powerful • The combination of data and storytelling • When it comes to visuals, how much detail is too much, and how to dripfeed • The subtle art of breadcrumbing a motif detail through a presentation. Watch It Yourself: Amy Webb: How I Hacked Online Dating - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6wG_sAdP0U Resources and Links: • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au • The Presentation Boss Podcast: presentationboss.com.au/podcast • Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling • Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling-au

  4. Jul 28

    01. Five Years Later. We're Bringing the Podcast Back for Season 2

    After a five-year hiatus (that was only ever meant to be a short break), The Presentation Boss Podcast is back. You can now also watch us as a video podcast, or listen along in the classic audio-only format! In this episode, Kate and Thomas are hanging out and explain where we've been, what has changed in the world of workplace communication, and why these skills matter more than ever in the age of AI. We share how our business evolved to focus on helping technical professionals communicate ideas that influence decisions, and what you can expect from Season 2. Good news! We're going to continue our format rotation of discussion episodes, presentation breakdowns, and expert interviews. But now with several years, thousands of clients, and updated practical, actionable communication advice at the heart of every episode. Resources and Links: Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.auThe Presentation Boss Podcast: presentationboss.com.au/podcastKate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytellingThomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-storytelling-au

  5. 03/23/2021

    100. PowerPoint Magic to Make Your Audience Say "Wow, How Did You Do That!"

    Celebrate episode one-hundred of The Presentation Boss Podcast! We've made it, folks, all the way to our goal of 100 weekly episodes of our podcast. A commitment to sharing the best skills, speeches and experts with you for nearly two years. And in this triple-digit episode, we are bringing some flair, ninja skills and hidden features of PowerPoint that will impress your audience (without distracting from your effective preparation). Thomas spends a fair amount of time staying up-to-date with PowerPoint and finds a use for features that most don't even know about. This episode is best listened to if you can play along with PowerPoint in front of you while we walk you through seven secret PowerPoint tools that will make your presentation look creative, professional and have your audience asking you how you did that! 100th Episode Celebration Details:Kate and Thomas will be inviting the guests from the show and having a little gathering in Brisbane. We understand travel is hard, but if you're a listener from Brisbane, we'd love to meet you. Lock into your calendar the evening of 9 April. Join us for a drink in the beer garden of The Plough Inn, Southbank between 5:00pm and 7:00pm. In This Episode:• Kate and Thomas briefly discuss our milestone of reaching the centenary of episodes• The best transition available that is under-used and makes slides not look like slides• Where to natively find a massive resource of stock icons, photos and unconventional shapes• How PowerPoint is implementing features from Canva, Google Slides and Prezi• Adding and using 3D models to your slides• The internal AI that will build your slides for you - in one click! Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au• The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/• Show your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss• Join our online community: Presentation Bosses Facebook Group• Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/• Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/• Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss/

    100. PowerPoint Magic to Make Your Audience Say "Wow, How Did You Do That!"

  6. 03/16/2021

    99. Johnny Quinn on Audience Engagement; Online and Offline

    It's the last of the double-digits here on episode ninety-nine of the Presentation Boss Podcast! This week we had a conversation with an expert from New Zealand on presentation skills, audience engagement and facilitation. He reached out to us after listening to the show, promising he had something to offer. And Johnny Quinn, the presentologist has loads to offer. As it turns out, this conversation made immediate change to how Kate and Thomas present their workshops and masterclasses. We cover a lot of ground in this show, delving deep into not just why audience engagement is important, but what it means, and some actual tools to achieve it. Plus, how this translates to the online medium, and some techniques around the use of PowerPoint. It really tickles all our favourites! Show your support for this episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss About Our GuestRaised and educated in Ireland, Johnny Quinn arrived in Dubai in 1996 determined to make the difference between presentations that fell flat, and those that sealed the deal. After several years with Philips Middle East he started AudienceAlive Dubai, and then in 2015, expanded the operation to beautiful Queenstown, New Zealand. In 2015, Johnny added audiencealive.com to his worldwide portfolio and expanded his business to cover Australia and NZ. He understands you don't get a second chance to make a first impression, so wants your presentation to realise its full potential. Since 2001, Johnny has provided custom presentation services for over 500 local and international clients resulting in over 25 000 slides and too many bullet points to count! Johnny's creativity and professional design experience will result in an effective presentation with impact. What You'll Learn:• What does 'audience engagement mean' and how to tell if you have it• The techniques you can use to engage your audience and build interaction• How to check you have your audience listening if your presenting online• How we can use 'the wisdom of the room' to work smarter, and improve learning outcomes• That one thing about PowerPoint, that if everyone knew, would do Johnny out of a job• The biggest mistakes people make when it comes to presenting data and slides• Some of the tools to build interaction into online meetings Mentioned In The Show:• Johnny Quinn's Website AudienceAlive.com• James Surowiecki | The Wisdom of Crowds• Presentology and Audience Engagement Solutions Download• The Ultimate PowerPoint Guide Download Continue the Conversation:• Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au• The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/• Show your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss• Join our online community: Presentation Bosses Facebook Group• Kate on LinkedIn:

    99. Johnny Quinn on Audience Engagement; Online and Offline

  7. 03/09/2021

    98. Speech Breakdown: Ignite Talk by Mark Cohen "How to Eat a Banana"

    Hold on for episode ninety-eight of The Presentation Boss Podcast. Here we're listening to a talk from the internet and pausing as we go to evaluate, make comment and highlight what the presenter does. We're looking at a new type of speech; the Ignite Talk. A 5 minute speech where every 15 seconds the slides (which are prepared by the presenter) automatically advance. And we're familiar with this talk, as Thomas has given one himself. This is a fast-paced style of speaking. And this particular example is a beautiful execution of the style. In fact, it's such a clear message and concise delivery that Thomas and Kate both use the message in their vocabulary and training. And both of them think it's one of their favourite talks of all time. It's not without flaws though, and comments are made about pace and language choices. Lots to learn and listen to here! And spoiler alert, the talk isn't really about eating bananas. Show your support for this episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss What You'll Learn • Exactly what an Ignite Talk is, and that time Thomas presented one too• How opening with a story builds interest and grabs attention• The difference in preparation between a 10-minute talk, and a 5-minute talk• Being careful to align language and humour use to the audience• Use of explicit language in a talk; if and when it is ever appropriate• Why your conclusion should be the most powerful part of your speech, and how. Watch It Yourself:• Mark Cohen | How to Eat a Banana Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au• The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/• Show your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss• Join our online community: Presentation Bosses Facebook Group• Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/• Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/• Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss/

    98. Speech Breakdown: Ignite Talk by Mark Cohen "How to Eat a Banana"

  8. 03/02/2021

    97. How to Crush Your Fears and Stop Avoiding Speaking Up

    Let's kick off episode ninety-seven of The Presentation Boss Podcast! A few weeks ago, Kate had a conversation at a social function and spoke to two individuals who confessed they avoid speaking and presenting at all costs, even though they know it holds their careers back. Naturally, she asked some deeper questions and found the reasons, fears and excuses they have that have them avoiding speaking up. That list of fears is five common reasons both Kate and Thomas hear frequently. And while they are real in the mind of some people, we know that they are constructs, and sometimes just an excuse. Speaking can be hard, but holding your career back is hard too. Let us help you identify what may be going on in your head and sort out what's real and what's not. In this episode we walk through those five speaking fears, and how to crush them with a little mindset shift. No more avoiding public speaking and presentations; here's the tools to really get you over the hump of sweaty palms and sleepless nights! Show your support for this episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss The Five Biggest Fears:2:11 - "What if I'm not good?"The worry that your audience will judge you and/or you'll look unprofessional. 3:57 - "What if someone criticises me?"The fear that you'll receive negative comments and be made to feel awful. 7:17 - "But it's not necessary for me to speak; I have nothing unique to share"The idea that you need to create new and exciting ideas before you can speak at all. 10:14 - "I'm not at all qualified to speak; what right do I have to take time and attention?"The concern that you're unworthy to share your thoughts and knowledge on a given topic. 12:07 - "What if I go entirely blank when presenting?"The anxiety around not knowing how to ensure your talk is clear enough in your mind. Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au• The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/• Show your support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/presentationboss• Join our online community: Presentation Bosses Facebook Group• Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/• Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/• Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss/

    97. How to Crush Your Fears and Stop Avoiding Speaking Up
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The Presentation Boss Podcast is all about the art and skill of technical presentations. Kate Norris and Thomas Krafft share and discuss tips, tools and strategies from their own, professional experience as well as interview other experts to help you present with clarity and confidence. Whether you're tasked with your first-ever talk, interested in extending your current knowledge, or looking to refine and broaden your skills, this is the podcast you need to communicate your ideas so that people listen. www.presentationboss.com.au/podcast

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