High Impact First Impressions

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

Much has been written about the power of first impressions.  A first impression acts like a filter through which all subsequent information passes through. When we first meet someone, our primal instincts kick in to help us quickly determine friend or foe? Can you...

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Keeping the Team on Track

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

Honoring the client’s time parameters is the first demonstration of your team’s ability to meet the schedule. I never prep to meet the schedule on the dot.  I prep to be a few minutes ahead of schedule.  For example, if a client has given...

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Memorization

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

I do not recommend scripting out your portion of the project interview and trying to memorize it for several reasons. When people try to script it out, they write for the written word not the spoken word.  So when they speak it, it sounds...

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Personal Stories

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

Who we are today has been shaped by our experiences both personal and professional.   Those experiences inform who we are and the way we operate enabling us to better serve our clients. As many of you know, I am a huge advocate for...

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Handling Adversity

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

There are countless things that can present less than ideal circumstances in a presentation.  You may not feel well.  The room arrangement may be odd.  There may be a panel member you do not have a strong relationship with.  The client gave you a...

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The perception of passion…

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

As many of you know, a significant impact on my presentation and coaching skills came as a result of my participation in competitive speaking in high school and college.  I learned so much about what it takes not just to be good but to...

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Building Trust…

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

Likeability and trust are essential in order for a selection panel to choose you over a competitor.  These are qualities each of us is capable of eliciting from others and elements I work on with clients in my coaching and workshops. My friend Laurie...

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A risky practice…

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

I have yet to come across an individual who truly enjoys practicing.  However it is necessary to ensuring successful execution on interview day. On more than one occasion I have heard folks complain about team members who will avoid practicing by saying, “I have...

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When is the Best Time for a Mock Panel?

by Hilari Weinstein

November 5, 2014 • 0 comments

A mock panel is a great idea.  They can provide a valuable, fresh perspective to the interview team’s efforts. However, it is not a good idea to invite a mock panel to view the presentation and give feedback the day before the interview.  It...

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Don’t aim for perfect

by Hilari Weinstein

November 15, 2013 • 0 comments

Most presenters have image in their mind of how they want the presentation to go.  That image can be a healthy goal for optimal effectiveness.  However, some people beat themselves up for falling short of that image to even the smallest degree.  That is...

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