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Everything’s Fine!? Prepare for Disaster. Present with Pizzazz.

Recorded on January 21, 2025

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Overview

What could go wrong? Everything or nothing, as this session vividly demonstrates through a creative combination of comedic act and presentation analysis. The presentation gets off to a rocky start when the presenter – former Disney leader Lenn Millbower – is locked out of the room, and his not-very-good brother Les takes over. Calamity follows as Les communicates ineffectively, turning easy-to-comprehend information into complicated mush, displays hideous slides, and blows up the laptop. The comedic segment ends as Les runs from the platform in total disarray. Lenn then takes over and, with the participants’ help, discusses what can go wrong in a presentation and how to prepare for the worst.

Attendees will learn

How to identify common presentation mistakes so that you can avoid them.
How to identify critical steps in a presentation that lead to a successful delivery.
How to examine a seven-step preparation model so you maintain your professionalism, even in the most trying circumstances.

HRDQ-U is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP®️ or SHRM-SCP®️ recertification activities.

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Presenter

Lenn Millbower, the Mouse Man™ and author of Care Like a Mouse, teaches Walt Disney-inspired service, leadership, innovation, training, and success strategies. Everything Disney touched seems magical. It isn’t. It’s a method. Lenn saw that method up close. He spent 25 years at Walt Disney World as an Epcot Operations trainer, Disney-MGM Studios stage manager, Animal Kingdom opening crew, Disney Institute, Disney University, and Walt Disney Entertainment management. Now, he shares methodologies that will help you make your own magic.

Connect with Lenn on Facebook, X, YouTube, and at www.likeamouse.com.

Sponsor

HRDQ

Training Tools for Developing Great People Skills

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HRDQ-U Webinar Reviews

“A fun yet robust presentation with useful tips for junior to seasoned presenters!”

Bee C.
Partner
VSA

“Loved this webinar. So many ‘golden nuggets’ of advice for those of us who present training on a regular basis … and think we have heard it all. Keep bringing Lenn Millbower back. He’s a gem!”

Debbie M.
Documentation Manager
Hine Automation

“The presenter was great and allowed for plenty of interaction.”

Catherine G.
Senior Program Manager
NYC Department of Youth and Community Development

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