I’m thrilled to share this interview with Toru Nishikawa, president and CEO of Preferred Networks, Inc., in which he tells us how he prepared for a keynote speech in the United States.
We talk about
- overcoming nerves
- how not to go blank
- building confidence
- the difference between Japanese and English presentations
- keeping the audience awake
- using body language
- dealing with Q&A
- enjoying giving presentations!
- the impact on his business and his colleagues
- how his attitude to speaking English changed
- his advice to you
and more!
The interview is in Japanese with English subtitles.
I hope you find some helpful hints for your next presentation 🙂
Enjoy!
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Huge thanks to Nishikawa-san for this inspiring interview and to Kyle McCloskey for the videography!
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