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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 17 MIN

How to Become a Confident, Authentic Presenter—Secrets from 24 Years of the Presentation Summit

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

Struggling with public speaking, Zoom meetings, or creating engaging presentations?In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, presentation expert Rick Altman sits down with Benaiah to break down the biggest mistakes people make when presenting—both online and in person—and how to overcome them with confidence and authenticity.With over two decades of experience from the Presentation Summit, Rick shares practical strategies to help you connect with your audience, communicate clearly, and show up as your most authentic self—whether you're on stage or on screen.In this episode, you will discover:Why chasing “perfect” actually weakens your presentationsHow storytelling creates deeper audience engagementThe most common mistakes in virtual and in-person presentationsSimple ways to build confidence as a speakerHow to let your authentic personality shine through your messageIf you want to become a more confident communicator and deliver presentations that actually land, this episode is for you.🌐 Learn more and connect with Rick Altman: https://betterpresenting.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickaltman/#PresentationSkills #PublicSpeaking #Storytelling #Confidence #VirtualPresentations #RickAltman #CommunicationSkills #ProfessionalGrowth #TheMakingOfMe #AroBenaiah

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