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Post by kayminix on Jun 17, 2013 20:56:53 GMT -6
Instant MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
When reading this article, I related it to my current job. I work for a corporately owned business, and sometimes after a conference call or when I check me e-mails I am so overwhelmed with data I need to take a step back, break it down, and see what the ultimate meaning is behind the data. When we get numbers beyond numbers thrown at us it can be a lot to process. Using numbers is a great tactic to put things into perspective, but only a little bit at a time can make more of an impact than throwing a bunch of numbers and percents out at once.
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Post by lakeishabrooks on Jun 19, 2013 9:39:55 GMT -6
Instant MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
I agree with this article because a lot of times companies just give out information without explaining what it is. My take on it is what sense does it make to give out information if you are not going to let people ask questions about it an gain a clear understanding. That is why it is good to have a question and answer session after new information has been given out. I believe the more you ask the more you know.
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Post by campbell22 on Jun 23, 2013 15:25:28 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data I agree with this article because so many times in meetings, the speaker dumps so much information on you that you're left confused at the end of the meeting. The meeting would basically be pointless because everyone would be so confused about what is expected of them at the end. The best thing to do is address the main or problem areas that you want to focus on and then input more information in later. If too much information is told at once then there will probably be another meeting in the near future to explain yourself once again.
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Post by anthonytaormina on Jun 25, 2013 14:13:46 GMT -6
Alt link 21: INSTANT MBA: Giving Out Homework Before Interviews Weeds Out The Bad Candidates
Giving out assignments before an interview is a great way to weed out undesireable candidates. "The cream rises to the top" is a great saying that applies to this situation. The people you want for the job and the people who want the job will not only complete the assignment, but also complete it to a satisfactory degree.
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Post by kcarson7 on Jun 26, 2013 12:36:06 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
This article is a good rule of thumb in any type of presentation. I have always been taught to keep a presenation simple and to the point, and don't put any more information in it than what is needed. For instance, when giving a powerpoint presentation, don't overlaod it with words, rather just use small bulleted points. Not only is this easier on the eye, but it makes people take away the main point of what you are trying to say, rather than being overloaded with information.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2013 10:21:37 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
Every meeting that I have been a part of has had information overload. It is a common problem. Working out what information is most important is what can keep this from happening. Prioritizing information can reduce information overload and save something that could be overlooked until the next period.
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Post by jeff on Jun 29, 2013 20:27:57 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
This is a concept I learned in my first speech class in high school and has stuck with me ever since. The vast majority of information means nothing in its raw form. But, if you, the knowledgable party, takes that raw data and turns it into a streamlined presentation, suddenly normal everyday people are really listening and learning from you. Think about it like a science class. If the teacher told you to read the glossary and learn it, you would get much more information at first glance, but how much of it would really stick? However, if a teacher spends a semester engaging students and using the glossary to teach the important point of the subject, students are coming away with exponentially more knowledge than the glossary readers.
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Post by msimoneaux on Jul 2, 2013 19:13:21 GMT -6
This is an agreeable article. Communication is key and key points are a must. Data overload can be damaging and unsuccessful. I've learned that when you do presentation to always use key points and highlight the take away information so that it sticks to the listeners. Selling the concept or idea is the goal.
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Post by shebilemoine on Jul 4, 2013 11:14:02 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
During business meetings, if you are trying to get people to do something you should tell them what you want and leave out the data. In the meeting give them the directions only. If you need them to know specific data, print out the date or e-mail them the information. When you give your employees too much data they usually end up not remembering what you told them. Be brief with the point you are trying to get across so they don't get information overload.
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Post by minerva on Jul 5, 2013 21:07:19 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
I like this article because it is so true. I have gone to many seminars and most of them have been boring. I do grasp pieces and parts but for the most part its data overload. There are certain seminars I have attended with very entertaining people. They speak about their own experiences and challenges. They are the ones that have left me with a lasting impression. I once heard Collin Powel speak and he was saying that it’s always good to take a little time out of life to give people thanks, that a hand written letter really makes a difference to people. There were several other great speakers at the seminar but his speech left me with a lasting impression.
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Post by gabrielle on Jul 6, 2013 11:53:11 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
To be a proficient speaker means that you are capable of getting your point across to people. So it is important to plan ahead of time when preparing to speak. Consider what your top points are that you want your audience to take from your lecture. You should clearly state those points and then present a few facts that back up those points and make the points memorable. If you overload your audience with a bunch of facts they will get bored and not take anything from the lecture. It is important to stick to you main points and keep the topic light and interesting so that your audience can get the most from the presentation. Information overload does nothing but distract from the main point of the speech. In order to prevent this, it is important you remember to pick the most important points out and stick to them!
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Post by Michael Miller on Jul 8, 2013 8:43:34 GMT -6
This is a great point, not only is the amount of information important to pay attention to but the timing as well. I have set through tons of lectures and meetings and if I don not get hooked within the first few minutes I am liable to shut off for the entire session. Know your audience and hit a key point of interest early in the conversation and skip over the fine print until called upon or until the end of the lecture.
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Post by lydell on Jul 17, 2013 11:26:21 GMT -6
For instance, when giving a powerpoint presentation, don't overlaod it with words, rather just use small bulleted points. I think that giving the right amount information is important but to much can be overwhelming and pointless.To me, if someone stands up on a podium and begins mouthing off statistics and numbers I lose my attention quickly.
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Post by briandavis1 on Jul 22, 2013 20:23:14 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
Business presentations sometimes can be overloaded with information. If the presenter gives to much information the listener will feel lost and loss interest in looking for more information for themselves. When presenting a topic one should never overwhelm the listener. Give the listener just enough information so they understand the topic, and would like to research the topic on thier own time. When trying to give information keep it simple and dont over talk your time.
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Post by csummers on Jul 23, 2013 0:14:19 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Don't Overload Your Audience With A Bunch Of Data
Decker is right, insofar as data overload is a real problem when dealing with executives, customers, or clients. But I think that co-workers and other employees need to be added to that, as well as subordinates (for managers). I have had to learn, from experience, that people generally only want the “bottom line.” If the person you are in a meeting with wants more information, he or she will let you know. This goes for training as well. Give the people to whom you present information only the requested data, but have the detailed data ready, in case the attendees would like the process in which you assembled the data, or would like a drilled-up version of the same information
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