Meetings in the 21st century: The collaboration dilemma
Nobody will deny that our society is becoming more and more complex. This increased complexity has led to a higher degree of specialization among professionals, each speaking their own language....
View ArticleMeetings in the 21st century: Must-haves in the meeting space
In my previous post, I introduced the collaboration dilemma: can people collaborate efficiently when they are not physically together? Today, I want to elaborate on the minimum requirements for meeting...
View ArticleChoosing your wireless communication protocol (1/3): Miracast
The ability to share your content wirelessly from your laptop or smart device greatly improves meeting efficiency. Whether you are sharing sales figures, training your service staff or brainstorming...
View ArticleChoosing your wireless communication protocol (2/3): Apple AirPlay and Google...
The ability to share your content wirelessly from your laptop or smart device greatly improves meeting efficiency. Whether you are sharing sales figures, training your service staff or brainstorming...
View ArticleChoosing your wireless communication protocol (3/3): MirrorOp
The ability to share your content wirelessly from your laptop or smart device greatly improves meeting efficiency. Whether you are sharing sales figures, training your service staff or brainstorming...
View ArticleLearn to connect and collaborate effectively
Increased productivity and knowledge sharing are key drivers in developing a unified communication strategy. Regardless of the environment or organization you work in, effective collaboration is a...
View ArticleFood for conversation: re-live the webinar
Sharing our views and letting you connect through effective collaboration: that’s what the ClickShare webinars are all about. Did you miss out on the webinar yesterday? Or would you like to revisit a...
View ArticleSWITCH blog survey: Tell us what you think!
For the past seven months our SWITCH collaboration blog has been exploring how technology can boost your collaborative efforts to a higher level. Encouraged by the positive reactions we’ve gotten so...
View ArticleClickShare secrets: why 2 people (and not more) can now share content using CSM
In last year’s meeting room survey, 64% of leaders stated that meetings would be more efficient if they could get more than one person’s point of view on-screen. This remarkable dedication to better...
View ArticleGary Kayye extols the virtues of ClickShare in Q&A with Barco
Recently, I sat down with Gary Kayye, founder of rAVe Publications and one of the most prominent personalities in the AV industry, to discuss his experience with ClickShare since its inception 3+ years...
View ArticleLiving in a smart world: The need for smarter meetings
As meeting productivity and collaboration experience increasing pressure, the concept of smart meetings is gaining popularity. Just check out the popularity of the term on Google Trends. In a blink of...
View ArticleInspired by people, imagined by Marriott: Next-generation Meeting Spaces
In its quest to create a more inspiring and dynamic work environment, the Munich Marriott hotel completely overhauled its meeting rooms in 2013. Inspired by the way Gen X and Gen Y meet and work, the...
View ArticleA picture paints a thousand words
Ever heard of the 7%-38%-55% Rule? According to Albert Mehrabian, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the American UCLA, words only account for 7% of how we interpret a message. Tone of voice (38%) and...
View Article"Présence" is 93% of a successful presentation
As mentioned previously, Albert Mehrabian did a lot of research into verbal and nonverbal communication. In a face-to-face situation, words only account for 7% of your credibility, 38% is your tone of...
View ArticleSmarter presentations - Step 1: Preparation is key
Like many successful endeavors, an engaging presentation starts long before you make your way to the front of the room. To deliver a memorable presentation that sticks, make sure you prepare:...
View ArticleSmarter presentations - Step 2: Getting nervous? Good!
Do you feel nervous before your talk? Good! Anxiety is a sign that you care about the success of your presentations. But if it’s not properly managed, fear can also have a negative impact on your...
View ArticleSmarter presentations - Step 3: Off to a good start
Whether you like it or not, first impressions are important. That goes for your presentation as well: the first 30 seconds are decisive. In this short time frame, your attendees will decide whether...
View ArticleSmarter presentations - Step 4: Engage your audience
Getting people to listen to what you have to say is a challenge—but convincing them to actively engage in your presentation is a whole new ballgame. The merits of having your audience contribute and...
View ArticleTwo is better than one
When was the last time that, while presenting during a meeting, someone in the audience asked you if you could prove your point with pertinent data? In most cases, granting this request would require...
View ArticleWhy BYOD really does save costs
BYOD – Bring Your Own Device – is a trend that we’re seeing in all professional environments. But let’s focus on the words Your Own in this phrase for a moment. Yes, you buy the devices yourself and...
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