Charlie Rose, The Brain Series, Episode 8: The Anxious Brain
If you ever find yourself getting anxious before you present, this Charlie Rose episode will give you invaluable insight on what happens to our brains when we experience stress, anxiety and fear. Charlie Rose has assembled a first-rate panel of leading medical researchers to help us not only understand the nature of these negative emotions but how to manage them as well. Although fear is discussed in the context of anxiety disorders, the information is directly relevant to the anxiety and fear we experience when we present.
Famous Quotes and Authors
There are many, many websites where you can search for the perfect quote but this site is one of my favourites. It has an expansive topic list and a large selection of really good quotes that makes it quicker and easier to find the perfect one.
go to Famous Quotes and Authors
CartoonStock
If you’re looking for a clever cartoon to infuse a bit of wit or humor into your presentation deck, it’s worth a visit to CartoonStock. The site offers instant online licensing and downloading of printable cartoon images of more than 350 the world’s best cartoonists. It provides more images online and a wider range of subject matter, artists and purchasing options than any other service.
iStockphoto
If you want to make a point with just the right image, check out iStockphoto. A favourite site for many publications and designers, it offers millions of affordable, safe, royalty-free photographs, illustrations, video footage and Flash files. There are more than 70,000 artists from all over the world contributing their artwork to iStockphoto so you’re bound to find something that fits your needs. Images cost between 1 and 20 credits, depending on file size, with credits ranging from $.95 to $1.50 CDN.
Grammar Girl
Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing. Mignon Fogarty, the creator of Grammar Girl, gives you a few different options for seeking advice on grammar rules and word choice guidelines that can confound even the best writers! You can listen to or read transcripts of her weekly 5 minute podcasts, search her database for your specific grammar questions and/or sign up for her grammar tip of the day. She offers clear and interesting explanations with really helpful examples.