I was just listening to an interesting podcast on the way to work – Public Speaker Quick and Dirty Tips. This is Lisa B. Marshall’s ongoing blog and podcast that helps people deliver better presentations, improve their public speaking and communicate better overall.

The tips from this particular episode are great and very Web 2.0. For example, she recommends that presenters encourage attendees to take notes via Twitter so that their associates and followers can benefit (very viral). There are multiple benefits for all involved. The speaker enjoys more exposure. The audience gains improved retention (research supports that note taking improves retention). And, a collaborative environment is formed as everyone tweets and uses hash tags to follow along. Summaries and specific notes can be easily copied and pasted into other capture tools. Plus, the streams are searchable on search.twitter.com or organized via Twubs or Twitterfall.

I highly recommend you check this stuff out.

Do you use other tools when presenting? If so, please comment below about your tips and recommendations.

I just read an interesting article on persuasion specialist Robert Cialdini’s Influence Report site. The studies he’s following indicate that “timid” swear words peppered throughout sales and marketing presentations capture the attention of the audience. If the words are left out (as indicated in group studies) the messages have less impact and memorability.

Here’s the article link again: What New Year Resolution Can REDUCE Your Persuasiveness? – Marketing and Sales Tips

Take a look and let me know what you think by leaving a comment.