We learned so much from the amazingly helpful book that we could now create an effective presentation without relying on machetes, stun guns, and chain saws. We won’t, but we could. You will, and you should!
- The Passing Zone
William D. Sullivan,
Vice Admiral, US Navy (Retired)
Glenn Gibson provides the reader with a concise, well-organized guide to preparing oneself to deliver a high-impact presentation to any audience. Full of helpful tips and preparation tools, this is required reading for both experienced and inexperienced speakers.
Rory Macdonald, songwriter from Celtic rock band Runrig
This book wisely addresses ‘style over substance.' The use of songwriting as an analogy—i.e. the creation of original material, straight from the heart—is a recurring theme throughout this brilliant book of ideas and life-changing advice on how to write captivating presentations
Marisa Kopec, CEO and founder, Winning Methodologies, LLC
This book is the secret sauce to being an aMMMazing presenter. The guidance presented by Gibson is spot-on. It captures all the elements of how to create an aMMMazing presentation in an easy-to-consume and actionable workbook format. A must-have for anyone who has to get up in front of an audience and tell a story!”
John Mancini, president of Content Results, LLC
I’ve given hundreds of keynotes in my career. No matter how many presentations you’ve given—and no matter how good you think you are—you’ll find great advice and motivation in Before the Mic. Read it now, before you make your next presentation, whether it’s for small group of colleagues or an audience of thousands.
Jim Wanner, chief expectations officer, KeyMark, Inc
This book is the secret sauce to being an aMMMazing presenter. The guidance presented by Gibson is spot-on. It captures all the elements of how to create an aMMMazing presentation in an easy-to-consume and actionable workbook format. A must-have for anyone who has to get up in front of an audience and tell a story!”
Mary McKnight, CEO, Next Phase Solutions, LLC
Whether you love getting in front of audiences or the thought makes your stomach flip (like it does mine!), this book will give you a step-by-step process to build and deliver a message that resonates and remains with your audience. Glenn’s advice goes beyond presentation skills and offers actionable steps to help you figure out what you want to say and then how to say it so it matters to the audience.
Ed McQuiston, chief operating officer, Hyland
Glenn Gibson is one of the most gifted presenters I’ve ever encountered, and I am fortunate enough to have him as a colleague. Before your next presentation, learn how Glenn used these methods to turn an introduction of a juggling act (seriously) to a crowd of 2,500 people into one of the best customer presentations I’ve ever seen.”
Amy Maxey, manager, global conferences and events, Hyland
“Glenn Gibson is a natural, talented presentation artist who has developed a scientific formula to creating aMMMazing presentations. His tried-and-true approach is quick to model and easy to learn. Glenn has turned his artistic gift into a repeatable science that we can all follow to create aMMMazing presentations each and every time!
STUART RICHARDSON, author of the TRIM course
The perfect book to recommend to anyone and everyone who is involved in delivering successful and effective presentations. It’s an essential gem that you not only read but can actually use! Easy to read, nicely illustrated, packed full of practical, no-nonsense, tried-and-tested advice, guidance, helpful templates, and easy-to-use tools. Brilliant!”
Bill Priemer, president and CEO, Hyland
Of the thousands of presentations I have seen over the course of my thirty-year career, Glenn Gibson has delivered or helped write some of the very best. Glenn’s coaching and collaboration have been invaluable to my development as an effective presenter, which is an essential competency of any organizational leader.
Michael Carr, president and CEO, Naviant, Inc.
“I have had the privilege of hearing Glenn speak more than a dozen times over the past decade. Each and every time, Glenn has found a way to teach in a memorable and entertaining way, and now I know his secrets! Glenn’s book is as polished, professional, and engaging as his presentations
Mark Grimes, comedian and actor
“This book will improve your performance in front of people. Glenn’s unique insight into how to perfect your presentations coupled with his musical analogies make this is a must-read!”