Sessions at Federation of Genealogical Societies 2011 Conference about Public Speaking

Friday 9th September 2011

• F-307: I Tripped on the Way to the Podium

  by Nancy Lee Waters Lauer

  This lecture will help you develop the presentation strategies and skills exemplified by professional presenters, whether for a one-on-one presentation, a talk to a small genealogical society, or a speech to a national audience of a thousand or more.

  • Genealogy
  • GSG
  • Public Speaking

  At 8:00am to 9:00am, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

• F-315: Making PowerPoint Unique by Not Distracting

  by Carrie Cook

  Don't make a presentation hard to use, or hard to understand. Tips to use features sparingly: be known for your quality, smooth, and uncluttered presentation.

  Sponsored by Genealogical Speakers Guild

  • GSG
  • PowerPoint
  • Public Speaking

  At 9:30am to 10:30am, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

• F-323: The Value-Added Professional

  by Fredrea Gregath Cook

  Build better contracts and/or proposals to businesses, societies, and individuals through value-added services.

  Sponsored by Genealogical Speakers Guild

  • GSG
  • Public Speaking

  At 11:00am to 12:00pm, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

• F-335: How do you do that? Practical Suggestions for Prospective Genealogical Lecturers

  by Jean Wilcox Hibben, Ph.D., MA, CG

  Public speaking tips (including managing stage fright); pros/cons of various presentation styles (e.g., PowerPoint vs. overheads); and publicity, fees, contracts, etc. will be covered.

  Sponsored by Genealogical Speakers Guild

  • Genealogy
  • GSG
  • PowerPoint
  • Public Speaking

  At 2:00pm to 3:00pm, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

• F-344: Something For Everyone! Or Not? Establishing the Right Presentation Mix

  by Diana Crisman Smith

  Not all lectures are everything to everyone. Some topics are inherently geared toward a specific audience; state your title clearly and tailor your presentation accordingly.

  Sponsored by Genealogical Speakers Guild

  • Genealogy
  • GSG
  • Public Speaking

  At 3:30pm to 4:30pm, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

• F-352: Lecturer, Speaker, Teacher: What's The Difference?

  by Gary M. Smith

  When preparing a presentation, it's important to recognize that the approach for a lecture is vastly different from a class which is not at all like a speech. Knowing which is appropriate for your intended audience is key.

  Sponsored by Genealogical Speakers Guild

  • Genealogy
  • GSG
  • Public Speaking

  At 5:00pm to 6:00pm, Friday 9th September

  In Prairie Capital Convention Center

Saturday 10th September 2011

• S-426: After Teaching Middle School, I Can Do ANYTHING: Advice on Public Speaking

  by Timothy Pinnick

  • Genealogy
  • GSG
  • Luncheons
  • Public Speaking

  At 12:15pm to 1:45pm, Saturday 10th September

  In Springfield Hilton Hotel