Be prepared for unexpected challenges from "summary" of The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience by Carmine Gallo
Steve Jobs was known for his ability to handle unexpected challenges during presentations. He understood that no matter how well you prepare, something can always go wrong. Jobs was once giving a presentation when the computer crashed, leaving him without visuals. Instead of panicking, he calmly continued speaking, engaging the audience with his storytelling abilities. One key to being prepared for unexpected challenges is to have a backup plan. Jobs always had a backup for his presentations, whether it was having a physical copy of his slides or being able to continue without them. This level of preparedness allowed him to maintain control of the situation and keep the audience engaged. Another ...
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