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Now, one of the most important skills in a lot of jobs

is that of public speaking, making a presentation to colleagues or customers,

and doing so in an engaging and clear way.

But for both those having to do it and sometimes for those having to listen, the business

of business presentations can be a nightmare. And so, the do's and don'ts of presenting are our

theme today. Now, for decades, Microsoft's PowerPoint has been the default vehicle for structuring

and delivering a talk. Its dominance is such that

the phrase death by PowerPoint is itself a talking point, with an endless list of books and articles

are invoking it. There is a much quoted figure, in fact, that 30 million PowerPoint presentations

are given every day. But I'm wondering whether that is the true number or not

if we've reached or even past peak PowerPoint and what is replacing it. So let us chat through

the art of the business presentation. I'm joined by three expert practitioners and let's just

meet them first. And first is Abi Eni da, a coach and practitioner from RADA Business.

And Abby, I know Rada is the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

What the heck is Rada Business?

Thank you, Evan.

Rada Business, for the last 25 years, has been helping leaders in many different industries and globally to perfect their

presentation skills to be able to show up with greater skill and authenticity and impact, helping

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