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The art of presentation lies not in perfect delivery or flawless slides, but in creating a shared experience where your audience feels heard, understood, and empowered. When you combine thoughtful questions, compelling context, and meaningful conclusions, you transform a simple information transfer into a memorable journey of discovery.

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The art of presentation lies not in perfect delivery or flawless slides, but in creating a shared experience where your audience feels heard, understood, and empowered. When you combine thoughtful questions, compelling context, and meaningful conclusions, you transform a simple information transfer into a memorable journey of discovery.

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We first make our habits then our habits make us

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"Be a little better than you were before." Focusing on the small steps helps me not to overstress and overthink, but focus on celebrating the small wins.

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The best presentation tip I can share is simple: always think about your audience first. Before I prepare any presentation, I ask myself what they actually care about and what I want them to take away. When presenting to seek approvals, I think ahead about what factors the approvers consider when making decisions and address those directly in my presentation. This makes it much easier for them to approve and for everyone to leave with something valuable. 

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For someone who seldom presents, it was indedd a little intimidating at first. But as you know, presentation training is mandatory for all, so choice lor! Some useful tips to share : start with brief background of the topic, and ended with key takeaway points. Overall, turned out to be fun i

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Delivering with confidence: Remember to maintain eye contact to build connection with your audience. Mind your posture, refrain from slouching; minimize the use of hand gesture and keep your face expressive.

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Not all presentations are made equal. It is a similar concept to focus on the targeted audience. Information that makes sense to the person preparing the slide will not be for the intended audience. It is important to structure and customise your content to have an impactful delivery

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Do or do not. There is no try,” This is a famous quote from Yoda in Starwars. This is about commitment that beats hesitation in learning. When you say "I'll try," you're already planning for failure. When you say "I will," you engage fully and persist longer. Key point: Your mindset and language shape your learning outcomes. Full commitment mobilises more effort and resources than tentative attempts.  Replace "I'll try to learn this" with "I will learn this" - it changes how seriously you approach the challenge and increases your chances of success. More importantly, this quote emphasises that learning requires decisive action and mental commitment, not half-hearted efforts.

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Insert pauses strategically during presentation to gather your thoughts and to also allow the audiences a moment to think about your message's relevance and meaning, leading to better retention.

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I've always harboured thoughts of volunteering, but it didn't happen due to a few concerns: uncertainty about the process, feeling unsure about what skills I could offer and feeling nervous about meeting new people. Finally, I decided one day—if I don't pursue it now, then when? I decided to register as a volunteer when an opportunity arose. I volunteered  at a family event "National Family Festival." I also encouraged my daughters to join me during the event. We were tasked  in a family game segment :"Family conversation starters" where families come together  to answer questions from selected cards. Families will share their experiences and memories from the questions posed. I have a wonderful time that day and met many like-minded volunteers. I'm grateful I found the courage to step forward and participate. It has opened up meaningful connections with my daughters too!

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Not to make your slides the script and have a variety of voice to catch the audience attention. Pauses after key statements makes the silence powerful! Try it in your next presentation! :)  

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Yesterday I attended Accenture's Learning Journey and gained fascinating insights into how AI can be further integrated into our daily lives and the tourism industry. I also had the exciting opportunity to experience Mendi, an innovative neurofeedback brain training device! 

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Attended a HR conference over the last 2 days and I actually gained a lot of wonderful insights! 

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"The day you plant the seed is not the day you bear the fruit" A quote I think about when the going gets tough :') 

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"Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to." - Lao Tzu. This line never fails to remind me that time is a reflection of priorities. It is not about having no time to learn, but making time to learn. This, keeps me going.

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Challenges are stairways to growth, it could be a difficult hike sometimes but the people you meet along the way and the views at the end will make it worthwhile.

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Use the 'bookend' method in presentation too: Open and close your presentation with the same image/phrase/concept, but add a twist at the end which shows a transformation or new understanding for the audience to takeaway. I find this especially useful if you want to bring your audience through the journey of proposed changes.

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Weave personal stories and real examples into your presentation (bonus if you can hook your audience in the first 30s). They act as stepping stones that help your audience visualise and journey/story alongside you. When they can see themselves in your narrative, they're more likely to connect with your message, increasing engagement.

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'If not now, then when?' - This mindset drives me to seize learning opportunities and embrace challenges without delay. Whether it's developing new competencies, tackling complex projects, stepping out of my comfort zone, or even trying new food places, this reminds me that the best time for growth is always the present. From professional development to personal experiences like exploring new cuisines, this mindset encourages me to embrace life's diverse opportunities for growth and discovery.

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Practice, practice, practice! Speaking aloud to practice allows me to hear how i sound, might be a great idea to record and review your presentation to see how you can further improve for the next round :) Something i learnt from the Presentation Training!

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"我不相信我做不到，我知道只是时间的问题“. Translation: I don't believe that I can't do it, it is only a matter of time. A reminder I tell myself whenever I face challenges, to press on and things will fall into place. 

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As part of my Tourist Guide licence renewal, I recently attended a professional development course titled The Building History Tours of the National Gallery. This session was both insightful and enriching.  Through the course, I gained a deeper understanding of the architectural significance and historical background of the National Gallery Singapore, which comprises the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings. It was fascinating to learn how these iconic structures have been preserved and repurposed into a modern art space.  We also explored how to use the Gallery Explorer App to access information about various galleries and exhibitions. This digital tool greatly enhances the visitor experience, and I found it particularly useful in providing context and background details during the tour.  Overall, the course not only strengthened my historical knowledge but also equipped me with practical tools to offer a more engaging and informative experience for visitors.

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"If it scares you, it might be a good thing to try" - I always tell myself this phrase to encourage myself to try something that's out of my comfort zone. This has always pushed me into taking up new tasks and learning new skills. 

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Since i missed my division's session, i joined the presentation training with TTG folks recently, and i'm so glad I did! The energy in the room was fantastic, with everyone fully engaged and eager to learn. I haven't been a "student" in a while, so this was a refreshing change. I left the workshop feeling inspired, grateful, and recharged - reminded of how much fun learning can be when everyone is involved.