“The personal coaching from Ideas on Stage is on another level”

Dr Andrew Muir Wood runs Muir Wood & Co, a London-based consultancy that helps clients find new product ideas by researching what customers need. Although he was doing okay with his presentations, he felt they were not as effective as they could be.

Andrew recognised he could benefit from more advanced preparation and less dependence on his slides. Wanting to improve, he joined our programme, which helped him see how he could make his presentations clearer and more engaging.

Andrew not only improved his presentations but also became more confident in all his meetings. He learned that good advice and being challenged can make a big difference in how he presents.

Here's what he had to say about his experience working with us.

"Working in research and strategy means I'm constantly sharing findings with clients. Though I’ve never had complaints, I sensed my presentations were too detailed and didn’t quite highlight the key issues and actions needed.

That's why I attended the Ideas on Stage programme. I was okay at presenting but I wanted to bring my research findings to life, making sure they were enjoyable, memorable and sparked action. The programme opened my eyes to how much I could trim from my presentations and the impact of my body language. Also, understanding the importance of a strong intro is a game-changer.?

Since working with Ideas on Stage, my presentations have been levelled up, and my confidence has soared, not just in presentations but in all my meetings.

Plus, focusing on what my audience needs has made preparing presentations easier and faster.

To anyone considering the programme: I thought I knew a lot from books and videos, but the personal coaching from Ideas on Stage is on another level. Nothing beats being pushed and challenged on every aspect."

PS - If you want to grow your business and increase your influence through great presenting, take the?Confident Presenter Scorecard?to assess your presentation skills. Free of charge — no strings attached in less than 3 minutes. Link in the comments ??

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