4 Tips of Choosing the Right Laser Pointer for Your PowerPoint Presentation

Laser pointer is an important instrument which determines the success of your PowerPoint presentation. This special equipment helps you to gain full attention from your audience. Let me share with you some practical tips on how to select the right laser pointer which suits your needs most:

Tip No. 1: Decide on the color of your laser pointer

Different lasers come with different colors, such as red, red-orange, blue, green and yellow. Different colors have different wavelength. You need to decide on the wavelength or color before you purchase a pointer. Red lasers are usually the weakest with the wavelength of 632nm. Due to this reason, the cost of getting a red laser is always the lowest. Green laser is stronger than red laser with the wavelength of 532nm. The most expensive and strongest pointer is the blue pointer with the wavelength of 473nm. Yellow is considered a unique color. If you want to make yourself different, you are recommended to get a yellow pointer which comes with the wavelength of 593.5nm.

Tip No. 2: The batteries used

In general, most of the laser pointers in the market require triple A batteries. You are reminded not to choose those pointers which require special batteries. Less common batteries are hard to find. You may have difficulty replacing the batteries. There is nothing more irritating than running out of battery power for your pointer in the middle of a presentation if you fail to get spare batteries on time.

Tip No. 3: Decide on the output power

How powerful you want your laser pointer to be? It depends much on what you want to show to your audience. To be frank, a low output power, say 1mW, is ideal for indoor use. It works well for presentation in the meeting rooms or seminar halls. If you need the pointer to be used outdoor, you can try those with output power at around 2-5mW. You need to bear in mind that any laser with an output power of greater than 5mW is illegal to be used outdoor in United States. If you are not very sure about all these, you are advised to check with the providers for their professional advice.

Tip No. 4: Determine the style of your laser pointer

You spend a lot of time to make your PowerPoint presentation as interesting as possible. You also need to get a stylish laser pointer to match your presentation. In order to create an outstanding personal image, you are advised to find a “great looking” pointer. Besides, in order to present your slides in a smooth manner, you need to make sure that you are comfortable with the pointer you choose. You must find out whether it can be operated easily. Some laser pointers come with LED light. You are reminded to find out whether the pointer you choose has such feature if you really need small flashlight.

Although the cost of getting this tool is not very high, it is better for you to spend some time to find the right one for yourself so that you can achieve great success in your PowerPoint presentation.

Multi-Person Presentations – Maintaining Balance in Power and Knowledge

Whether there are two or ten people involved in developing a presentation it is wise to start with the end in mind. Collaboration starts with a meeting of minds. Everyone should agree in principle about the purpose of the presentation and the expected outcome. At the first meeting assign a coördinator and have everyone ready to state why the chosen topic is relevant, and of current interest to the target audience. The organizer must stress that all discussions will be open and honest. The questions for each person to answer revolve around the problems they name and the solutions they will offer.

It is important to agree about who their message will target before crafting a marketing strategy. The methods of marketing used will depend on the type of event, whether educational or a sales presentation. An effective way to begin an advertising campaign is for each participant to contact their centers of influence. All of the presenters have responsibility for a successful event. One cost-effective way to market is via email invitations to existing contacts.

There are many ways to view a topic and so different presentation styles of multiple presenters provides variety and flavor. Avoid confusion among presenters by thorough planning at the onset. How will responsibilities be apportioned? Be specific as possible about required tasks, performed by whom and the timing. During the preliminary planning meetings make decisions about the content, order of presentation, length of time per segment, and which part each person will present based on their area of ability.

Decide what monetary contribution each participant will make to prepare for the presentation.. Will there be fliers, handouts, posters or tickets printed? Who will design the needed material and see that they are ready on time for distribution? Assign persons in charge of acquiring the site, setting up the room and equipment, and then cleaning up afterwards. Who will greet the attendees and seat them? All must agree how to reimburse for upfront expenditures.

Who will follow-up with attendees and by what means? Decide during the planning meetings how revenues generated as a result of the presentation will be split. When there are multiple presenters all may not benefit equally from taking part in the event. That’s when the good negotiators have the edge. The agenda once set should leave all presenters feeling respected and satisfied that they will have enough time to share their knowledge. The result will be a balanced, well executed event.

Real Estate Negotiation – 7 Best Strategies

An important part of our job as Realtors is to help our clients negotiate for the best deal on a house. Your confidence and professionalism in this area will make your service memorable to your clients. Here are some strategies to help you guide your clients through the negotiation process.

1. Constantly re-establish trust.

Establishing trust between the parties is the most important strategy in any negotiation. Buyers and sellers know that the other party has interests that are in conflict with theirs. They begin with a certain amount of wariness of each other. It is valuable to establish rapport quickly. Show them that you and your clients will be reasonable to work with. Here are some ways for your clients to establish common ground:

Communicate that they have a common hobby, the same type of job, moved here from the same area, went to the same college, have similar children’s needs, or other relatedness.

Present evidence that your clients are qualified to buy the property.

If your buyer works for a well-known company, this may increase the seller’s trust.

Never delay your counteroffers. Show respect for the seller’s time.

Communicate that the buyer appreciates the home.

Begin the negotiation by establishing rapport. Then continue to reinforce it throughout the closing process. I have noticed that buyers are often reluctant to show that they like the house. They believe that an aura of disinterest will help their negotiation. I recall a transaction in which the buyers met the seller, and expressed how much they liked the house. During the negotiation the seller had multiple offers to choose from. Their offer was selected. The buyers’ encounter with the seller, and openness about how they felt, gave them an edge. Also, they were real people to the seller, while the other offers were just paper. The seller trusted them to close the deal.

2. Don’t get negative feelings involved.

While trust is the single most important factor in a negotiation, ego is the most destructive. Many times I have seen buyers include notes with their offers. They point out faults and deficiencies, and explain why the home is not worth the price. I guarantee that these buyers paid a premium. The point is, never run down the sellers’ home. This will bring their feelings to the table. And negative feelings are an unnecessary hurdle to have to overcome. If you have the opportunity, compliment the sellers’ house, decorating and gardens. Don’t forget that their children are always above average, and their pets are practically human. During the negotiation, anchor your offer price to market data.

3. Play on the Same Team.

It is important that you stay on the same team as your clients. A united front is a strong negotiating position. This may not be the way things really are. The wife may love the house, but the husband wants to negotiate the price. You may not approve of some of the terms of the offer. If you reveal a break in your ranks, the sellers will consider your position weaker.

4. Keep a Grain of Salt.

A healthy skepticism is a good thing in negotiation. Not everything you are told is true. How many times have you heard that the contract has to be in this quarter, or the price is going up? Does the 1% bonus for contract this week mean that you have to rush your offer in? Is the price really firm? Proposals such as these show you what is important to the seller. The seller may want close quickly and for full price, but, on the other hand, the seller may want to close, period. I can think of many times when I thought the buyer’s offer would never work, and yet, they got their terms.

5. Understand Special Needs.

A big part of negotiation is subtle. Little things make a big difference. Sometimes good deals go off track because of a difference in the style or personality of the parties. A misperception of the required tone can lead to a decline in trust. Some examples:

Slower Pace – The sellers were a couple in their 90′s. Since they did not leave the house, the buyers met them several times. The buyers took extra time to sit down and talk, and formed a strong bond.

Holy Ground – The sellers had a small grave for their dog on the property, which they were very sensitive about. The buyers realized this, and sent word that they would leave it in place.

For the Birds – The sellers had numerous bird feeders on the property. The buyers keyed in on this, and offered to continue feeding the birds.

Get a Grip – The sellers’ agent tended to give wrong information, did not handle details well, and was untrustworthy. In order to preserve the buyer’s trust, it was necessary to double check everything, handle paperwork, and watch deadlines.

6. Keep private things private.

Buyers may have some issues that should be kept private. They may have just sold their house, and need to act fast. They may need to start kids in school. They may be in the middle of a divorce. They may have an interest rate that is about to expire. Not one of these pieces of information will get them a better deal on a house. In fact, they all indicate that they are under pressure. Your buyers should be perceived as folks who are well qualified, who truly appreciate this home, and who can be trusted to close.

7. Get good information.

Here are some questions to ask before you and your clients compose an offer:

How is the market in general? How are other actives and recent sales priced?

How long has the home been on the market? Have there been price changes?

Did the house sell recently? What was the price?

Is there a time deadline that must be met? Would a pre or post lease be desirable?

What is the appraisal district value? The taxes? The HOA dues?

Is a disclosure available? A property inspection? A survey?

Are there any offers expected, or on the table now?

Price is just one consideration in the negotiation for a home. Other terms, such as financing, close date, repairs, or possession date may be just as important. Negotiating for a house requires skill in giving and taking information, and in communicating to the seller that your clients are the best buyers for their property.