Resist the Temptation in Q & A…

by Hilari Weinstein

August 29, 2013 • 0 comments

Q & A is an opportunity to showcase the team’s wisdom, talent and chemistry beyond the prepared presentation.  It is not a quiz show where the aim is for the Project Manager (PM) to rack up as many personal points as possible. The PM...

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Crafting Meaningful Content When the Client Does Not Provide Guidelines

by Hilari Weinstein

July 29, 2013 • 0 comments

Some clients include in their shortlist notification letter a list of questions that they want you to address in your prepared presentation.  Others just establish time parameters for the interview. When that is the case, interview teams often struggle with how best to construct...

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Confidence vs. Arrogance?

by Hilari Weinstein

July 29, 2013 • 0 comments

There is a fine, but distinct, line between confidence and arrogance. Arrogant presenters are a turn off to the selection panel.   They tend to be self-absorbed and boastful.  They are more concerned with putting on a show and imposing their ideology on listeners.  Arrogant...

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Wonderful Example of the 7Cs of Engaging Presentations (TM)

by Hilari Weinstein

June 15, 2013 • 0 comments

Let me start by saying that I am mindful that time is money.  You may not have time to watch all 18 minutes now, but it is well worth the time.  In fact, this presentation is something you can view with your family and...

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Don’t be Fooled… Into thinking that gimmicks and theatrics will get you the job

by Hilari Weinstein

April 5, 2013 • 0 comments

In the last month, I have presented “Punt the Act, Win the Pitch-A Gimmick-Free Approach to Getting the Job” at two A/E/C industry conferences. The program was so well received, earning an overall rating of 4.92 out of a possible 5 from attendees, that...

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Not Feeling Your Best?

by Hilari Weinstein

April 5, 2013 • 0 comments

The changing seasons tend to bring about an assortment of ailments.   Having to prepare and give a presentation when in the midst of feeling sick exacerbates stress. So at times like this, it is imperative that you take care of yourself.  Take time to...

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Color Psychology

by Hilari Weinstein

April 5, 2013 • 0 comments

Colors impact your listener on a subconscious level.  Whether considering a color scheme for your slides or the tones you will wear to present, we must be mindful of how colors impact others in all aspects of our presentation. Check out these two presentations...

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Body Language

by Hilari Weinstein

April 5, 2013 • 0 comments

Check out this simple graphic for body language best practices: http://www.onlineuniversities.com/body-language 

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Building Q & A Confidence Part III

by Hilari Weinstein

February 21, 2013 • 0 comments

  Confidence in Q & A comes from the 3 Ps: Preparation, Planning and Practice.  Preparation and planning were discussed in previous newsletters.  If you missed it, please check out my blog.  Today I will focus on practice. Athletes know the importance of practice. ...

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Building Q & A Confidence Part II

by Hilari Weinstein

January 30, 2013 • 0 comments

The last newsletter focused on the first component of building Q & A confidence, preparation.  If you missed it, it is on my blog.  The second component is planning: 2.  Planning: A common start to questions might be “Tell us about a situation…”  or...

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