Your Presentation Moment of Zen May 10, 2011

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The Best Presentations are like a delicious three-course dinner.


Appetizer:  Makes them hungry for more.  (Hooks the audience.)
Main Course:  Satisfies their hunger.  (Proves the presenter's case.)
Dessert:  Gives them sweet dreams.  (Sends them out motivated to act.)


What is you Presentation Menu serving?

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