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Preparing For Business Presentations: 10 Tips To Boost Your Confidence
Preparing For Business Presentations: 10 Tips To Boost Your Confidence
Jan 29, 2024
Michel Koopman is a top growth strategist, executive coach, CEO & Founder at CxO Coaching and 2Swell.
How to Harness the Power of Authentic Storytelling to Become a More Effective and Inspiring Leader
How to Harness the Power of Authentic Storytelling to Become a More Effective and Inspiring Leader
Storytelling enhances business leadership by inspiring a culture of authenticity and trust through sharing relevant personal stories.
BY MICHEL KOOPMAN EDITED BY CHELSEA BROWN MAY 15, 2024
Key Takeaways
Incorporating personal stories into presentations and pitches can significantly enhance audience engagement and comprehension, transforming abstract concepts into tangible experiences.
Authentic storytelling not only impacts individual leadership but also shapes organizational culture. Human stories foster connections among team members, making it easier for them to relate, respect and follow the leader and each other.
Successful storytelling for leaders involves reflecting on personal experiences, crafting narratives of conflict to resolution and continuously iterating based on feedback.
The Power Of Threes: How To Craft A Memorable Message
Have you ever wondered why some messages stick and why some presenters hold your attention while others fade away? The answer often lies in a timeless communication principle: the Rule of Threes.
Michel Koopman is the CEO & Founder at CxO Coaching, with a distinguished career as a senior operator and entrepreneur.
W.A.I.T. Before You Speak — and Make Every Conversation More Impactful
W.A.I.T. Before You Speak — and Make Every Conversation More Impactful
When professionals embrace silence and intentional communication, they create space for innovation, trust and more meaningful conversations.
BY MICHEL KOOPMAN EDITED BY CHELSEA BROWN MAR 25, 2025
Key Takeaways
By learning to pause before speaking, professionals at any level can drive more productive conversations, ensure key voices are heard and strengthen workplace dynamics.
The W.A.I.T. framework (short for "Why Am I Talking") helps individuals communicate with purpose and intention.
Professionals who speak less and listen more create room for others to contribute and foster a more inclusive and innovative environment.
I’m Not Rude, Just Direct! How I Learned to Communicate with Care.
Michel Koopman notes that as we navigate the complexities of global business, learning the art of expressing ourselves effectively and empathetically is not merely a skill to be acquired—it’s essential.
From The Small Screen To The C-Suite: 10 Leadership Lessons to Learn From 'Billions'
Big-screen characters portraying psychologists, therapists, performance coaches and their respective clients often aim to depict real-life psychological techniques that leaders and executive coaches can use as inspiration.
The Art and Science of Building a Company
Michel Koopman discusses why senior leaders (especially C-Suite executives) should approach their careers like athletes, how being process-driven accelerates start-up business growth, how being transparent while being mindful is a great communication approach, and why top performers are hesitant to pursue their development.
How To Leverage The Power Of Trust For Accountable Collaboration
As trust strengthens, so does the team, performance, and ultimately - profits.
How to Repair a Broken “Legacy Perception”
Why do we often feel compelled to start our conversations with, "I'm sorry"?
While apologies certainly have their place, leading with negativity can have unintended consequences on our credibility, confidence, and presence.
Stop Apologizing and “Own It.”
Why do we often feel compelled to start our conversations with, "I'm sorry"?
While apologies certainly have their place, leading with negativity can have unintended consequences on our credibility, confidence, and presence.
3 Leadership Superpowers And How To Spot Them In An Interview
After you check for nonnegotiable requirements on a résumé, look for these three superpowers to see if you are dealing with an extraordinary leader.
By Michel Koopman for Fast Company®
4 Superpowers of Great Leaders… Do you have them?
Personal superpowers do exist, and they are utilized in corporate America with great success. Here are four superpowers I have observed to be extraordinary abilities that can lead to success.
10 Steps To Provide Critical Feedback—Without It Backfiring
How can leaders provide feedback in a way that is predictably productive? Use a proven formula to net a positive outcome by communicating well-received criticism, creating trust and motivating great work.
Number 1 Skill to Look for When Hiring – Curious? Read On!
I was asked by a CEO "What is the most critical skill I should look for when recruiting new team members?" My answer to this question is always consistent and it took years to learn. The first attribute I search for is natural curiosity. I emphasized that it is not something one can easily learn; often one either has it or they do not.
What non-verbal "micro-messages" are you sending as a leader?
As businesses move forward in today’s economy, leaders are groomed to be familiar with buzz words, such as “equality,” “forward-thinking,” or “synergy.” Leaders don’t miss a beat when it comes to the terms, “value-added,” “transparency,” “innovation,” or “game-changer.” But are you verbally and non-verbally keeping your team engaged?