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What It Takes to Give a Great Presentation

Carmine Gallo

what's the difference between meeting and presentation

Five tips to set yourself apart.

Never underestimate the power of great communication. It can help you land the job of your dreams, attract investors to back your idea, or elevate your stature within your organization. But while there are plenty of good speakers in the world, you can set yourself apart out by being the person who can deliver something great over and over. Here are a few tips for business professionals who want to move from being good speakers to great ones: be concise (the fewer words, the better); never use bullet points (photos and images paired together are more memorable); don’t underestimate the power of your voice (raise and lower it for emphasis); give your audience something extra (unexpected moments will grab their attention); rehearse (the best speakers are the best because they practice — a lot).

I was sitting across the table from a Silicon Valley CEO who had pioneered a technology that touches many of our lives — the flash memory that stores data on smartphones, digital cameras, and computers. He was a frequent guest on CNBC and had been delivering business presentations for at least 20 years before we met. And yet, the CEO wanted to sharpen his public speaking skills.

Carmine Gallo is a Harvard University instructor, keynote speaker, and author of 10 books translated into 40 languages. Gallo is the author of The Bezos Blueprint: Communication Secrets of the World’s Greatest Salesman (St. Martin’s Press).

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How is a Meeting different from a Presentation ?

This is an important discussion: what is the difference between a “presentation” and a “meeting.”

A presentation asks for nothing from the audience. Whether they are in the room or online, the audience is expected to pay attention and learn, but they are not expected to contribute thoughts or help make decisions. Presentations are usually one-way.

A meeting expects the audience to be engaged and to contribute their ideas.

Membership Meetings

The best example of this is a meeting of an organization where the leadership presents agenda items, solicits feedback, then asks the group to make a final, possibly binding decision.

The challenge here is to give everyone – either online or in person – enough technology to hear everything, the opportunity to speak up, and enough video to check out body language.

Our support proved invaluable when the President of one organization participated from their hotel room (Ohio?) when they were on a business trip.

Storytime: HOA/COA Board Meetings

Here in Florida, association meetings must be open to the members, even though the members do not have a vote at Board Meetings. Our first HOA meeting had some interesting dynamics:

Some Directors were here in Florida and attended the meeting in person
The Directors needed to discuss the business at hand, and to vote as necessary
Some members were in the room
Members did not vote, but they could observe and hear all the business being discussed. They could also address the Directors at a time on the agenda set aside for that.

However, many HOAs/COAs have annual membership meetings where all the members (owners) are expected to engage, contribute, and vote!

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Overview of meetings, webinars, and town halls

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Applies to: Microsoft Teams

APPLIES TO: ✔️Meetings ✔️Webinars ✔️Town halls

There are multiple ways to meet in Microsoft Teams:

This article, intended for administrators and IT Pros, describes the differences between meetings, webinars, and town halls. You can use this information as a first step in planning for these types of virtual meetings and events.

The sections below include further information for planning and configuring these features, as well as links to information for your end users.

The following table shows the main features that are different between meetings, webinars, and town halls. You can use this information to help determine which is best for the use cases in your organization. For a detailed look at the features available in each, see Meetings, webinars, and town halls feature comparison .

1 The usual 10,000 is increased to 20,000 through June 30, 2024. The maximum total participants for meetings is the sum of the interactive participants plus streaming participants.

2 Breakout rooms can be used if a webinar has fewer than 300 participants. However, if the number of participants increases to above 300, breakout rooms aren't supported.

For more information on limits and specifications for Teams webinars, meetings, and town halls, see Limits and specifications for Microsoft Teams.

Manage who can create meetings, webinars, and town halls

You can manage which of your users can create meetings, webinars, and town halls by using meeting and event policies. For example, you might want to allow all your users to create meetings, but only people in marketing to create webinars, and only executives to create town halls. Anyone invited can attend these types of meetings, but only those you specify can create them.

For details, see:

Manage who can start instant meetings and schedule meetings
Manage who can schedule webinars
Manage who can schedule town halls

Meetings in Teams include audio, video, and screen sharing for up to 1,000 people and a view-only streaming experience for participants over 1,000. Participants don't need to be a member of an organization (or have a Teams account) to join a Teams meeting. They can join directly from the calendar invitation via the Join meeting link or call in via audio if available.

In addition to regularly scheduled meetings, your users can create channel meetings. With channel meetings, everybody in a team can see there's a meeting, join the meeting, and use the meeting chat.

Meetings are generally best for situations where participants need to interact with each other via voice or chat and where multiple people may be presenting.

For detailed information on how to plan for Teams meetings in your organization, see Plan for Teams meetings .

Key training for end users

The following table lists meetings training available to the end users in your organization:

Webinars are structured meetings where presenters and participants have clear roles. A key difference between webinars and Teams meetings is that webinars support robust registration management, a customizable event and registration site, and event-oriented default meeting options.

Teams Premium offers additional webinar functionality through the Teams Premium subscription. The breakdown of features is highlighted in the following table:

To learn more about advanced webinar features, see Microsoft Teams Premium licensing.

For detailed information on how to plan for Teams webinars in your organization, see Plan for Teams webinars .

The following table lists webinars training available to the end users in your organization:

Town halls are generally best for situations where a limited number of presenters are presenting to a large group of attendees and direct interaction via chat or voice conversation isn't needed. For these event formats, attendees don't use their cameras and mics, but instead use Q&A to engage with presenters and organizers.

For detailed information on how to plan for Teams town halls, see Plan for Teams town halls .

Teams Premium offers additional town hall functionality through the Teams Premium subscription. The breakdown of features is highlighted in the following table:

Best practices for large meetings and events

This section provides guidance for admins, along with tips that admins can share with their presenters and organizers.

To run a successful event, follow the practices outlined below:

For the best experience in large meetings, webinars, and town halls, Microsoft recommends using the latest version of the Teams desktop client or Teams mobile clients.

Ensure that all Microsoft Network Connectivity Principles have been followed both on-premises and for remote users. The network connectivity principles apply to meetings, webinars, and town halls.

Use real-time data telemetry to monitor the event and identify any possible issues and its source.

Designate meeting monitors to analyze telemetry for users facing poor experience caused by metrics exceeding thresholds.
Set meeting monitors as presenters to disable rogue video streams, mute accidental live mics, and remove attendees if needed.

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Matt Abrahams (Image credit: Courtesy Matt Abrahams)

How do you feel when a meeting has been canceled? Matt Abrahams believes nearly everybody is thrilled.

“Most people feel meetings are not as effective as they could be,” says Abrahams, a lecturer in organizational behavior at the Graduate School of Business and host of Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast . “However, it is possible to have well-run meetings that are productive, that you look forward to, and that good things come from.”

Effective meetings require thoughtful consideration beforehand of what you want to accomplish, he says, which also helps you determine whether a meeting is even necessary or if the goal could be achieved another way – such as via email or Slack.

“People often use meetings as Band-Aids for deeper communication issues. So when communication isn’t clear and consistent, people either put more meetings on the calendar, or more people show up for meetings because it’s the only avenue for direct communication.”

When you really do need to call a meeting, these six tips from Abrahams will help you make it worthwhile.

Send an inviting invitation

A good meeting invitation engages attendees from the beginning and sets the tone for successful collaboration, Abrahams says, and it all begins with the name of your meeting.

“Don’t put the word ‘meeting’ or any synonym for it in the title; rather, include an action specific to your purpose. For example, instead of ‘Update Meeting’ or ‘Process Improvement Summit,’ take a marketing mindset and have the meeting title be ‘App Launch’ or ‘Catalyzing Research Effectiveness.’ ”

In the description, briefly state the purpose of the meeting and link to the agenda, if there is one. “I also often include a task or question or challenge that I want people to work on prior,” he says. “And if we’re using tools such as Zoom, I put a link to a tutorial for those tools. It conveys that I care that everyone can be successful in the meeting.”

Be mindful of timing

Most of us tend to set meetings that suit our own schedules, without considering how refreshed, rushed, or tired the attendees may be, Abrahams says.

“It’s not about what’s convenient for you. It’s about what’s best for your participants so that they can be more productive,” Abrahams says. “If your participants had three meetings prior to yours, you may want to move your meeting to another, better time.”

Another trick? Match the length of the meeting to the tasks involved. “It’s OK to have a 22-minute meeting if that’s all the time you need. Some research shows that when you truncate the time of a meeting, people are more efficient. You needn’t just accept the 30- or 60-minute meeting times provided in most calendaring tools,” he says.

Set your agenda

If your meeting will cover more than one or two orders of business, Abrahams says, an agenda will help: List the items to be covered, who the item’s owner is, how long the item is expected to take, and whether the item is up for discussion, informational only, and/or requires action. And for best results, be strategic about the order.

“We often list items in the order that comes to mind or maybe the order of people’s seniority, but research suggests the complexity or the challenge involved should be considered,” he says.

“If the group already knows how to work with each other, start with the middle-intensity issue, then move to the most challenging, and end with the easiest. If people don’t know each other, starting with the easiest gives you a quick win and builds a sense of camaraderie.”

Open with action

Abrahams says he’s on a personal mission to change the way presentations and meetings start. “Most people start meetings by stating the purpose and reviewing what happened in the previous meeting. It’s ludicrous since we are often just reminding people of the previous meeting they did not enjoy!”

Better, he says, is to begin with an action, such as answering a question or doing a collaborative task. “I would much rather participants get engaged and involved in something, and then we can tell them what the meeting is about and review the previous meetings.”

Encourage participation

All meeting facilitators need to be concerned about contribution equity, Abrahams says, so it’s critical to help all participants feel comfortable sharing their input. “For example, in the midst of a virtual meeting where some folks have yet to participate, I may send you a chat and say, ‘I recall you shared some ideas on this topic in the past, might you want to share some now?’ ”

In hybrid meetings where some people are remote and some are in the room, Abrahams says, starting with whichever group contains fewer people when seeking input invites more equal contributions.

And, be sure to acknowledge those who contribute, either in the meeting, outside the meeting, or in chat. “For example, you could say, ‘That was really useful when you brought that point back up because we’d lost track of it.’ This acknowledgment encourages folks to share more.”

Rotate roles

For recurring meetings with the same group, Abrahams suggests having various members rotate through roles like facilitator and note taker. “This way, everyone comes to understand why it is important to pay attention and participate – along with how hard it is to run the meeting.”

Matt Abrahams is the author of the book Think Faster, Talk Smarter. Tune into the Think Fast Talk Smart podcast in late January for two back-to-back episodes on making meetings effective.

Informal vs Formal Presentation: What You Need To Know

Table of contents, what is a formal presentation.

There are three key elements which make a presentation formal – your audience, your supporting material and the time you’re given to prepare in advance.

A presentation is considered formal when you’ve been asked to share ideas with an individual or group and you’ve been given time to prepare. Formal presentations require a very different approach than presenting to your team during a weekly meeting or in an impromptu discussion.

Let’s take a closer look at what goes into creating a formal presentation.

How Do You Create A Formal Presentation?

Creating a formal presentation is an art which requires hours of practice to create an effective presentation.

At Presentation Geeks, we know the importance of crafting an excellent formal presentation. That’s why we’ve put together a simple structured template of main points you should include in your next presentation to take it from a generic, informal presentation to a formal presentation which will surpass your audience’s expectations.

1 – Clearly Defined Goals

Before you begin writing your presentation or the speech you’ll deliver, you want to take the time to think about the following questions, “What do I want the audience members to remember and what is the key message I’m trying to drive?”.

Knowing your expected outcome is the goal of the presentation. Always keep reminding yourself what the goal is and don’t lose sight of it. This is the foundation of your formal presentation.

2 – Know Your Audience

Every audience is different and every audience consumes, absorbs and remembers information differently.

If you’re presenting to a graduating class of university students, your delivery will be much different than your presentation to an audience of senior executives at a Fortune 500 company or an audience of single mothers with newborns.

Get familiar with your audience members and prepare your presentation accordingly.

Bonus Tip: Try and figure out where the presentation will take place. Will it be held in an auditorium? A church? A boardroom? Perhaps it will even be held virtually. The venue in which your presentation will take place will also determine the supporting material you’ll use to help engage the audience during your presentation.

3 – Create An Outline

The success of your presentation depends on how well your audience can understand it. If you’re delivering a presentation that continuously jumps back and forth from one idea to another, your audience won’t follow and you’ll lose them.

Develop an outline that will guide the flow of your presentation. Think of it like a story. You want to keep it interesting. Provide appropriate examples that resonate with your audience. By tapping into an experience your audience is familiar with, it will work to your advantage as it will help the audience get engaged and keep them interested.

4 – Use Visual Aids

Using visual aids will help support your overall presentation and increase audience engagement.

Visual aids can include slides, videos, images and other visual supporting material. Although it might take some creative finesse to put visual aids together, you don’t have to do it alone.

Consider enlisting the help of a company that offers presentation design services. Presentation Geeks offers a variety of presentation services ranging from e-learning solutions, Google Slides, sizzle reels, Prezi design and much more!

5 – Dress Appropriately

Remember, first impressions are everything and your attire is a form of communication.

If you want to be seen as the expert on the topic matter and have people take your knowledge seriously, you want to dress appropriately.

Although this might seem like an outdated way of thinking, it is rooted in our psychology. These small details make or break a presentation and you don’t want to take a chance.

Don’t know where to start? Nine millionaires shared how they dress to make an impactful first impression which you can use in your wardrobe.

What are the types of formal presentations?

There are many types of formal presentations you’ll be exposed to throughout your career.

We’ve outlined six types of formal presentations you may consider when developing your next presentation.

However, if you’re looking for more examples of formal presentations in action, TED Talks are a great resource. TED Talks are presentations ranging on a variety of topics from science and business to motivational and unique life experiences.

Review the list below and determine which style your presentation will focus on. This will help you structure your notes, write your presentation and ultimately how you will present.

1 – Informative Presentation

This is the most common type of presentation, be it in an educational setting, business or corporate setting.

The aim of an informative presentation is to give detailed information about a product, concept, or idea to a specific kind of audience.

2 – Persuasive Presentation

Persuasive presentations are used to motivate or convince someone to act or make a change in their actions or thoughts.

3 – Demonstrative Presentation

A demonstrative presentation involves demonstrating a process or the functioning of a product in a step-by-step fashion.

4 – Inspirational Presentation

An inspirational presentation’s aim is to motivate or emotionally move your audience.

Using techniques like storytelling, narrating personal anecdotes, or even humor work wonders to enhance your presentation as your audience develops an emotional connection to the message.

5 – Business Presentation

A business presentation can encompass pitching client presentations , raising business capital, articulating company goals, RFP presentations , screening candidates, status reports, investment pitching and many more.

6 – PowerPoint Presentation

PowerPoint presentations or PPTs are the most effective ones among all types of presentations simply because they are convenient and easy to understand.

They are available in different formats and are suitable to use in practically any type of presentation and context, be it business, educational, or for informal purposes.

The only downside to PowerPoint presentations is the time it takes to create them and the creativity needed to make them stand out. Fortunately, there are PowerPoint presentation design services you can use that will help you save time and deliver new ideas in a creative way.

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What is an informal presentation.

It is fairly common for business meetings to include impromptu presentations. Most presentations you’ll encounter are informal presentations.

These types of presentations are usually prepared in a short amount of time and do not require the same organizational methods as a formal presentation such as using audience engagement or presentation software.

Oftentimes, they are very much like a conversation and you won’t be using any note cards. The presenter is usually speaking to a much smaller audience where each audience member will feel like they’re being spoken to.

What Presentation Style Should I Use?

Now that you know what the difference is between a formal presentation and an informal presentation, it is now time for you to decide which style to choose.

More often than not, if you have the time to be reading this article, you have the time to prepare a presentation. That means you’ll likely lean towards the formal style.

Informal presentations are more impromptu and you won’t have the time to research it ahead of time like you are now. But since you do have the time, here are some additional resources to help you master the craft of a formal presentation.

Additional Resources To Master Your Formal Presentation

Presentation 101: How to become a better presenter . We’ve put together a list of 10 actionable items you can start working on to become a better presenter. This article covers body language such as eye contact and voice projection to the topic you’ll talk about.

Secondly, if your presentation is held online, you need to have the skills to present a virtual presentation. We’ve got you covered once again. We take a deep-dive into how to ace your virtual presentation . We cover virtual presentation software you might encounter,

The last article you should review to incorporate into your presentation arsenal is how to give and receive constructive presentation feedback . The only way you’ll improve is through ongoing feedback and data collection of what your audience thought of your presentation and presentation skills.

If these aren’t enough, download and review some of the past presentation work we’ve done for Fortune 500 companies and other industries to help spark some inspiration for your next presentation.

If you review these three articles and incorporate them into your next presentation, you’ll be on your way to becoming an influential speaker who can convert any audience with a well crafted presentation.

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Meetings and webinars comparison

The Meeting and Webinar platforms offer similar features and functionality but have some key differences.

Meetings are designed to be a collaborative event with all participants being able to screen share, turn on their video and audio, and see who else is in attendance.

Webinars are designed so that the host and any designated panelists can share their video, audio and screen. The host can also unmute attendees. Webinars allow view-only attendees, who have the ability to interact via Q&A, Chat, and answering polling questions. Webinar attendees can't rename themselves.

This article covers:

Meetings versus webinars

Meeting and webinar feature comparison.

* Note : If the host or co-host enables Allow to talk for an attendee, they will be able to enable their microphone, as well as mute and unmute themselves.

Webinars vs Online Meetings: Which One Are You Planning?

Aren’t webinars and online meetings the same thing? Actually, no…

Sure, the two are similar, but there are key differences you should be aware of—especially if you plan on hosting a webinar or online meeting in the near future.

In this article, we’ll explain how webinars and online meetings are different from each other, when to host each kind of event, the details about the kind of software you’ll need, and more. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of these two tools and how to use them effectively.

Let’s get started!

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What’s the Difference Between Webinars and Online Meetings?

While the terms “webinar” and “online meeting” are often used interchangeably, they’re two different kinds of events. Understanding the various nuances between them will help you choose the right one for your needs and help ensure your online get-together is a success.

Online Meetings

An online meeting is a collaborative event for a relatively small group of people. Each attendee can talk, share ideas, and otherwise participate in the broadcast.

This type of event is often used by distributed teams to discuss business strategy, marketing plans, etc. In fact, picture an everyday office meeting—a conference room, a table and chairs, a handful of colleagues brainstorming ideas. Now transfer that image to the digital realm where colleagues interact in similar ways but from behind their webcams.

A webinar is a type of online presentation. These kinds of events are often larger than online meetings and feature two distinct groups: speakers and attendees.

Speakers deliver information while attendees watch and listen and occasionally participate via webinar software features like chat boxes, polls and surveys, and Q&A sessions.

Imagine yourself at an industry conference. You arrive and take your seat next to a complete stranger. The keynote speaker—a person you’ve heard of before but never met—begins to speak on an interesting topic. You listen, take notes, etc. It’s a fantastic event, but not a very personable experience. Think of webinars as a digital iteration of this scenario.

When Should I Host an Online Meeting?

Online meetings are perfect for group discussions between people separated geographically.

Do you manage a distributed team ? How can you meet with your staff if Jack lives in Sydney, Jane lives in London, and you’re currently operating out of San Francisco? You could all physically meet in a central location, but that would be expensive and impractical.

Outside sales other teams face a similar problem. It’s tough to meet with employees when they spend most of their time on the road, interfacing with potential customers .

Online meetings give you the ability to meet with your staff regularly, no matter where they happen to be located. As long as they have access to the internet, they can log in, share updates with you, spitball ideas, and do whatever else you need them to do.

So when should you host an online meeting? When you want to collaborate with other humans who aren’t close enough to meet with in person.

Online Meeting Software

To host an online meeting, you need to invest in online meeting software . There are plenty of options on the market. Choose one that has the following features:

Attendee Capacity. If you need to meet with 20 people, make sure the online meeting software you choose supports this size group.

Audio/Visual Features. The best online meeting software will allow you to enter “presentation” mode so that you can easily share information with your team. They’ll also have collaboration tools like digital whiteboards and group chats.

Meeting Recordings. Do you remember everything that was said during each meeting you attend? Of course not. By recording your meetings, you’ll have something to refer back to in the future. You’ll also be able to share the footage with key stakeholders and/or other team members to keep everyone on the same page.

When Should I Host a Webinar?

Webinars are the ideal tool when you want to present information to a large audience.

If your company just released a new product, you could host a webinar for all of your current customers. During the event, you could showcase the new product’s capabilities , answer attendee questions, and even give your audience the chance to make a purchase.

Or maybe you want to build up authority in your niche. You can host a webinar on a specific topic, present information to attendees, and collect their email addresses.

Unlike online meetings, webinars are usually attended by people who don’t personally know the presenter . The attendees aren’t there to collaborate, they’re there to learn. Engagement is still key but the way webinar hosts and attendees interact is more structured.

So when should you host a webinar? When you’re trying to reach a specific audience with a specific message to boost your marketing and/or sales efforts.

Webinar Software

You can’t host a webinar without webinar software . Fortunately, there are more than a few options available to you. Just make sure you choose a tool that has these features:

Custom Branding. Webinars are often used for sales and marketing purposes which means the software you choose should let you customize its appearance , add your logo, etc. That way, your branding is always on point.

Screen Sharing. By allowing webinar attendees to view your computer screen , you make it easier for them to grasp the information you share. This is especially important if the goal of your webinar is to teach and/or sell a software product.

Polls and Surveys. The key to a great webinar is audience engagement. One of the best ways to engage attendees is to ask them questions. Choose a webinar software that includes a polls and surveys feature so you can interact with viewers.

Moderated Q&A. Polls and surveys aren’t the only way to engage webinar attendees. When your audience has the chance to ask questions and share opinions via chat, they’ll get more out of your presentation and enjoy the event on a whole new level.

Social Media Sharing. If the goal of your webinar is to reach new people and build authority, you should invest in a webinar platform that streams to social media . Grow your brand and stream your webinar content where your audience already is – socials.

Event Recording. You work really hard to craft awesome webinar content. Don’t you want to capitalize on it to the full extent? Record your presentations , then use the resulting footage to bolster your future content marketing

Analytics Dashboard. Lastly, the only way to know if your webinars are successful or not is to analyze the data . How many people attended your event and how long did they watch? Where did these attendees watch from and on what device? These are the kinds of details that strong webinar software will give you.

In addition, if you plan to sell products during your webinar, choose a software that integrates with a trusted payment processing platform like PayPal .

Webinars vs Online Meetings: Which is Right for You?

Whether you should host a webinar or an online meeting depends on your goals.

Are you looking to host an event for a small group of people, collaborate with them in a personal way, and enable each attendee to participate and share ideas? Then it sounds like an online meeting is the best option for you at this time.

If, on the other hand, you want to share information with a large group of people, interact with them in a controlled environment (like through a chat window, for example), and build your personal or company brand, we suggest going with a webinar.

Host Your Event with ClickMeeting

Here’s the thing: webinars and online meetings are both valuable tools. One isn’t better than the other; they simply serve different purposes. The trick is to identify what you want to accomplish with your online event then choose the event type that works best for you.

Whichever you decide to host, ClickMeeting can help you.

Our industry-leading software is perfect for business meetings, online classes , and digital hang-outs between old friends. Simply schedule a meeting for up to 25 people, allow each to talk and collaborate at will, enable private chats between attendees, and more.

Or take the webinar approach and present your knowledge to hundreds of people at one time, engage with them via digital whiteboards, screen sharing, and polls and survey features—you can even stream your webinar on social media if you want!

When you’re done, turn your webinar recording into an on-demand or automated webinar and squeeze every ounce of benefit out of your presentations.

Try ClickMeeting for free for 30 days, no credit card required.

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Content writer @ ClickMeeting

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Webinar vs. Online Meeting

Ask five marketers what a webinar is, and you may well get five different answers..

That’s because there are simply a lot of tools out there for web presentations and online meetings. One might say they are all the same... But...are they?

A webinar presentation generally brings one or a few speakers to an online audience of many. These can be run live , pre-recorded live , or made available for on-demand viewing. In modern online presentations, slides are just the start. You can add audio or video clips, web pages, images, forms, links, documents, transcripts, and social media feeds into a single interactive presentation viewer.

Web Presentations (aka Webinars ) vs. Web Meetings

Online meetings:, gotomeeting, webex or google+ hangouts, and zoom.

Web presentations (or Webinars, Webcasts) are often confused with online meetings. Web meetings and online meetings that are typically accomplished with screen-sharing software are dominated by GoToMeeting, WebEx, Google Hangouts, and Zoom. These tools were designed for small to medium groups, to allow all participants to speak with each other, or use their webcam - kind of a conference call without the phone. A great example of an online meeting is a weekly sales call, or a regular team meeting, where everyone is expected to provide (verbally) an update on what they're working on.

Online meeting platforms are designed for these small group applications, and often require an IT deployment of installed software, or ask the viewer do download their application. They usually represent the brand of the meeting platform (let’s do a Hangout, I'll send you a Webex) and not your brand. Unless they’re recorded, they can’t be viewed again. Even if you record, you generally have to fetch a file and find a place to host it on your site. In real world terms think of an online meeting like a real meeting in a conference room, or a team conference call.

Web Presentations:

Think of web presentations, on the other hand, like a speaker at a podium presenting to a medium to huge group of people - it’s organized at a specific time, and some pre-event preparation went into building a slide deck and organizing the presentation goals. Webinar platforms often include attendee interaction via moderated Q&A, interactive features like polls, group chat, detailed reporting, and the best are highly branded for the company putting the webinar on. They are a critical part of any comprehensive marketing program.

So which one is right for you?

Your company may need a meetings tool for those regular internal and external meetings..

But there is no reason for marketers, training managers, and others who need to reach larger audiences to suffer through using those platforms! The difference between the two types is in the ease of attendee access, richness of the user experience, the level of interactivity offered to the viewer, and the trackability and value of the data that’s generated every time a viewer interacts with the material.

That all sounds great, I really need to speak to someone right now!

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Online presentations may be audio-only or a combination of video plus audio (i.e. videoconferencing). Audio-only teleconferencing is efficient and inexpensive if there is a need to supply a select group of people with the same information at the same time. However, if the audience becomes too large or the audio quality is not high, this method becomes an ineffective way of communicating. Normally, people rely on visual clues to decide when to speak and when to listen, as well as to understand what is being said. As with any meeting, a virtual meeting is undertaken to achieve some objective, but expands the possibilities by reducing the usual barriers to meeting for individuals in different locations, namely the physical separation and the time and cost of travelling to a common venue. An online meeting can be conducted at any time and location. For this reason, online meetings have enjoyed considerable attention in the commercial, academic and other fields. Face-to-face meetings offer networking opportunities and the chance for personal engagement. Coffee break discussions, socialising events and conference meals help teams to establish themselves. When attendees are at a face-to-face event, they tend to be less easily distracted from the business of the meeting than may occur with an online event. Both the presenters and the audience members can read many body language clues which reveal how engaged they are with the topic and what their feeling may be. These clues can be lost with videoconferencing. Teams tend to trust each other more when they have actually met in person.

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What’s the Difference Between a Webinar and a Virtual Meeting?

Rapid advances in technology, changes in communication trends , and global connectivity brought about by the Internet have made webinars and virtual meetings integral to many aspects of our personal, educational, and professional lives.

A webinar is a type of virtual meeting that takes place between individuals or groups at different locations, whereas a virtual meeting is a broader term that includes any type of interactive meeting or communication conducted online.

Webinars typically feature one or a few presenters delivering content to a larger audience with limited interaction. In contrast, virtual meetings encourage dynamic, collaborative discussions among fewer participants, encouraging active engagement and real-time interaction.

However, both can break down geographical barriers, allowing people from different parts of the world to connect, learn, and collaborate without the constraints of distance, which is why their popularity is increasing nowadays.

In this comparison guide, you’ll learn more about webinars and virtual meetings, along with the key differences between them and which one to consider for better communication nowadays.

So, let’s get started.

What is a Webinar?

Webinars, also known as web-based seminars, are digital seminars or presentations conducted over the Internet. It usually involves a speaker or group of speakers delivering a presentation, lecture, or workshop to an online audience.

This is commonly used for knowledge sharing, training, marketing, and communication purposes.

Webinars can cover a wide range of meetings including educational, professional, and informational topics where participants can join the webinar from different locations using their computers or mobile devices.

What is a Virtual Meeting?

A virtual meeting is a real-time interactive gathering of individuals or groups using digital communication technology.

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These can be used for team collaborations, remote work, client meetings, and various types of business communication, fostering active engagement and efficient communication despite physical distance on a wide range of platforms and software.

Now let’s look on what’s the difference between a webinar and a virtual meeting.

Differences Between Webinars and Virtual Meetings

Which is a better choice webinars or virtual meetings.

The choice between webinars and virtual meetings depends on your specific goals and the nature of the interaction you want to facilitate.

If you need to deliver a presentation, lecture, or training material to a larger audience, webinars are useful. Otherwise, for group discussions, team collaboration, brainstorming sessions, and decision-making, virtual meetings are the better choice.

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By understanding the unique strengths of each and the differences between different platforms, you can now confidently select the ideal mode to enhance your online interactions and achieve your communication objectives.

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The goal of a meeting is to coordinate action. The goal of a presentation is to present information in a new or interesting way. So essentially the differences are each has a different goal.

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What is the difference between license suspension and revocation?

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A seminar is a meeting or conference where experts discuss a specific topic in detail, often involving audience participation. A presentation, on the other hand, is a formal talk given by an individual or group to convey information or persuade an audience. In a seminar, there tends to be more interaction and dialogue, while a presentation is typically a one-way communication.

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Speech vs. presentation: What’s the difference?

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What’s the difference between a presentation and a speech? Many people use the words interchangeably, but there are two main areas of difference according to the dictionary definitions. Whether one accepts the dictionary definition is another matter – my four year-old daughter sometimes refuses – but that makes further discussion pretty difficult.

According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), a speech is defined as:

a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience

According to the Scrabble fan’s choice – the Collins English Dictionary – a speech is:

a talk or address delivered to an audience

Note that in the Collins definition, the part about being formal is missing.

Presentation

Both the Oxford English and Collins dictionaries define presentation as including some sort of visual element. The OED definition is:

a speech or talk in which a new product, idea, or piece of work is shown and explained to an audience

Note that this includes the word ‘shown’. The Collins definition is even clearer in explicitly mentioning the use of illustrative material:

a verbal report presented with illustrative material, such as slides, graphs, etc

The Collins Dictionary also notes how the word presentation is used more generally to talk about how things are shown – ‘ the manner of presenting, esp the organization of visual details to create an overall impression’.

Presentations and speeches

Does the distinction hold perfectly? No. Firstly, people use the terms interchangeably, so of course the real world is full of speeches that are called presentations and presentations that are called speeches. Which leads to a natural blurring of the boundaries. Second, some presentations are very formal indeed, and some set-piece speeches (e.g. The State of the Union Address ) can have visuals added to them but without the orator interacting with them.

The boundaries aren’t sharp. But, according to the definition, a speech is a talk or address, and a presentation is a talk with the use of some sort of visual aid.

Speech vs. presentation

Why does this matter? Because giving a speech – for a lot of people – seems harder than giving a presentation. Bad slides are actually worse than no slides . But the reason so many speakers want slides or props is because they find it too hard to deliver speeches, and because effective visual aids makes it easier for them to get their points across.

Effective visuals – that support a speaker – make delivering presentations easier than delivering speeches for most people. Not everyone feels they can hold an audience with simply the sound of their own voice.

Great speeches are, well… great. But they aren’t the same as presentations, and shouldn’t be held up as examples of what those giving presentations should emulate.

P.S. For more on words and definitions, see Meaning and Necessity by Saul Kripke.

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The Difference Between a Presentation and Facilitation

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As speakers involve the audience more, they may find their role transitioning from presenting information to facilitating discussions among the participants. What’s the difference? The facilitator focuses on the process of the session (the how) rather than the content (what the topic is).

I often say that the difference between presenting and facilitating is the difference between being the “sage on the stage” and the “guide on the side.”

A process facilitator fundamentally believes that the knowledge is resident in the room rather than in the mind of the speaker on the stage. A process facilitator literally makes things easier for the audience by enabling them to fully participate and collaborate.

In its highest form, facilitation expects the participants to drive the agenda and the facilitator to guide them to achieve their objective. It also takes more time than a more conventional presentation as the group members tackle their own understandings of the topic.

One is not better than the other. Presenting and facilitating are different ways to address and connect with your team!

For more information on meeting facilitation and hiring a meeting facilitator, visit this link .

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PowerPoint Slide Size: What is the Best Size for a Presentation

Whether you’re a business professional, educator, or public speaker, understanding what are the optimal slide dimensions can enhance the impact of your presentation. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the size of your PowerPoint presentation, from the basics to advanced tips.

What is the PowerPoint Slide Size?

PowerPoint slide size refers to the dimensions of the slides within your PowerPoint presentation. These dimensions determine how your content is displayed in a monitor or projector, and can significantly affect the overall look and feel of your presentation.

The most common slide sizes in PowerPoint are 16:9 (widescreen) and 4:3 (standard).

Choosing the right slide size is essential as it impacts how your content is perceived and ensures compatibility with various display devices. Once you define the optimal slide size for your next presentation, you can change the slide dimensions in PowerPoint following the steps described in our article.

Two popular slide sizes for presentations 16:9 and 4:3

It is important to understand the differences between Aspect Ratio and Pixel Dimensions.

The specific pixel dimensions for a standard 16:9 slide are 1920 pixels in width by 1080 pixels in height.

Understanding Aspect Ratio vs. Pixel Dimensions

Aspect ratio vs. pixel dimensions: what’s the difference.

When defining the optimal slide size for your presentation, it’s important to understand the difference between aspect ratio and pixel dimensions, as these terms often cause confusion but are critical for creating well-designed presentations.

Aspect Ratio

The aspect ratio refers to the proportional relationship between the width and height of your slide. It’s expressed as two numbers separated by a colon, such as 4:3 or 16:9. The aspect ratio defines the shape of your slide and how it will appear on different screens.

Pixel Dimensions:

Pixel dimensions, on the other hand, specify the total number of pixels in the width and height of your slide. This measurement determines the resolution and quality of your images and text in your PowerPoint slide size. For example:

1920 x 1080 pixels: This is a common dimension for a 16:9 aspect ratio, known as Full HD. It provides high clarity and detail, making it suitable for large screens and high-resolution displays.
1024 x 768 pixels: This dimension matches a 4:3 aspect ratio and is often used for smaller screens or lower resolution displays. It’s less detailed than 1920 x 1080 but can be effective for standard printouts or older projectors.

Why both slide size definitions matter? Understanding both aspect ratio and pixel dimensions is important because they impact how your PowerPoint slide size is viewed across different devices and formats. Here’s why:

Consistency Across Devices: Ensuring your aspect ratio is compatible with the display device prevents issues like black bars on the sides (letterboxing) or content being cut off (cropping).
Clarity and Detail: Choosing appropriate pixel dimensions ensures that your images and text appear sharp and clear, avoiding pixelation or blurriness.
Professional Appearance: Matching the right aspect ratio and pixel dimensions helps maintain a polished and professional look, whether you’re presenting on a large screen, sharing a PDF handout (as we will see later), or displaying your slides online.

The Impact of Slide Size on Different Industries

Different industries have unique needs when it comes to presentation slide sizes. For instance:

Business: Corporate presentations often require widescreen formats (16:9 slide size) to showcase detailed charts and data on modern projectors and screens. However, in some environments there are still projectors using the traditional 4:3 aspect ratio format for slide sizes.
Education: Lectures and workshops benefit from both 16:9 and 4:3 formats, depending on the teaching aids and screen setups used.
Design: Creative professionals need to create visually appealing slides that may require custom dimensions to stand out and effectively communicate their ideas.

Best Practices for Choosing a Proper Slide Size for your Presentation

When selecting an optimal PowerPoint slide size, consider the following:

Audience and Venue: Tailor your slide size to the screen size and setup of your presentation venue. Widescreen (16:9) is typically best for large screens, while standard (4:3) works well for print distributions.
Presentation Type: Webinars and online presentations held via Zoom or Teams , for example, often benefit from widescreen formats, while in-person meetings might require flexibility.
Aesthetics vs. Functionality: Balance visual appeal with readability and content integrity.

When creating PDF handouts from your PowerPoint presentation, it’s also important to choose a convenient slide size that ensures readability and clarity in print.

The 4:3 aspect ratio is generally preferred for printed handouts as it aligns well with standard paper sizes such as A4 or Letter. This format ensures that your content fits neatly onto the page without excessive margins or cropping.

Additionally, using 4:3 for print ensures that text and graphics are appropriately scaled, maintaining the legibility and professional appearance of your handouts. This consideration is essential for creating effective printed materials that complement your live presentations.

Overcoming Challenges with Slide Size

Adapting content for different slide sizes.

Resizing images and adjusting layouts can be challenging. Here are some tips:

Resizing Images: Ensure that images maintain their aspect ratio to avoid distortion.
Text Adjustments: Modify font sizes and text boxes to fit the new slide dimensions without compromising readability.
Consistency: Keep a consistent layout throughout your presentation to maintain a professional look.

Dealing with Mixed Slide Sizes in a Presentation

Sometimes, you may need to integrate slides with different dimensions. Here’s how:

Transition Techniques: Use smooth transitions to blend slides of varying sizes seamlessly.
Tools and Add-Ins: You can use PowerPoint add-ins that help manage and standardize slide sizes across your presentation.

Advanced Tips for Custom Slide Sizes

When it is time to innovate, the PowerPoint slide size can also play an important role. If you are considering to create a presentation for digital signage, or non traditional devices, choosing a custom PowerPoint slide size can help to achieve this. Here are some ideas and ways you can innovate by choosing a different slide size:

Unique Dimensions: Create custom slide sizes for branding or special events.
Custom Branding: Use non-standard slide sizes to align with your brand identity and marketing materials.
Innovative Uses: Experiment with different dimensions to create unique visual experiences.

For example, to create high-quality digital signage content, you’d need to set the PowerPoint slides to a 1920×1080 resolution in vertical (portrait) or horizontal (landscape) mode, which are the typical digital sign screen sizes.

Understanding what is the optimal slide size and how to configure it is essential for creating effective and engaging presentations. By optimizing your slides, and overcoming common challenges, you can ensure your visual aids are impactful and professional. Keep experimenting with different sizes and formats to find what works best for your needs. Remember, the key to a successful presentation lies in the details—choosing the right slide size is one of them.

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What is Memorial Day? The true meaning of why we celebrate the federal holiday

For many Americans, Memorial Day is more than a long weekend and an unofficial start to the summer season. The real meaning of the holiday is meant to honor all U.S. soldiers who have died serving their country.

Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day's history goes back to the Civil War. It was was declared a national holiday by Congress in 1971, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Although Veterans Day in November also honors military service members, Memorial Day differs by honoring all military members who have died while serving in U.S. forces in any current or previous wars.

The late-May holiday has also evolved into an opportunity for Americans to head to the beach or lake , travel to see friends and family , or even catch a Memorial Day parade .

Here's what to know about the history and the reason behind why we observe Memorial Day.

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When is Memorial Day?

One of 11 federal holidays recognized in the U.S., Memorial Day is always observed on the last Monday of May. This year, the holiday falls on Monday, May 27.

Why do we celebrate Memorial Day?

The origins of the holiday can be traced back to local observances for soldiers with neglected gravesites during the Civil War.

The first observance of what would become Memorial Day, some historians think, took place in Charleston, South Carolina at the site of a horse racing track that Confederates had turned into a prison holding Union prisoners. Blacks in the city organized a burial of deceased Union prisoners and built a fence around the site, Yale historian David Blight wrote in The New York Times in 2011.

Then on May 1, 1865, they held an event there including a parade – Blacks who fought in the Civil War participated – spiritual readings and songs, and picnicking. A commemorative marker was erected there in 2010.

One of the first Decoration Days was held in Columbus, Mississippi, on April 25, 1866 by women who decorated graves of Confederate soldiers who perished in the battle at Shiloh with flowers. On May 5, 1868, three years after the end of the Civil War, the tradition of placing flowers on veterans’ graves was continued by the establishment of Decoration Day by an organization of Union veterans, the Grand Army of the Republic.

General Ulysses S. Grant presided over the first large observance, a crowd of about 5,000 people, at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia on May 30, 1873.

This tradition continues to thrive in cemeteries of all sizes across the country.

Until World War I, Civil War soldiers were solely honored on this holiday. Now, all Americans who’ve served are observed.

At least 25 places in the North and the South claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. Some states that claim ownership of the origins include Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, according to Veterans Affairs.

Despite conflicting claims, the U.S. Congress and President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo, New York, as the “birthplace” of Memorial Day on May 30, 1966, after Governor Nelson Rockefeller's declaration that same year. The New York community formally honored local veterans May 5, 1866 by closing businesses and lowering flags at half-staff.

Why is Memorial Day in May?

The day that we celebrate Memorial Day is believed to be influenced by Illinois U.S. Representative John A. Logan, who was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a Democrat in November 1858, and served as an officer during the Mexican War.

It is said that Logan, a staunch defender of the Union, believed Memorial Day should occur when flowers are in full bloom across the country, according to the National Museum of the U.S. Army.

Congress passed an act making May 30 a holiday in the District of Columbia in 1888, according to the U.S. Congressional Research Service.

In 2000, the National Moment of Remembrance Act – which created the White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance and encourages all to pause at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence – was signed into law by Congress and the President.

What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

Memorial Day and Veterans Day both honor the sacrifices made by U.S. veterans, but the holidays serve different purposes.

Veterans Day, originally called “Armistice Day,” is a younger holiday established in 1926 as a way to commemorate all those who had served in the U.S. armed forces during World War I.

Memorial Day honors all those who have died.

Releasing Windows 11, version 24H2 to the Release Preview Channel

Windows Insider Program Team

UPDATE 5/29: We’re aware that some Windows Insiders in Release Preview are not seeing Windows 11, version 24H2 offered yet. We’ve just begun the rollout and will gradually increase the rollout over time so not everyone will see it right away. If you are not seeing it yet and want to update to Windows 11, version 24H2 right away, you can do so by using the ISO which are available for download here . The ISO is Build 26100.560 but once you update using the ISO and join Release Preview, you’ll get Build 26100.712.

Hello Windows Insiders!

Today, we are making this year’s annual feature update Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.712) available in the Release Preview Channel for customers to preview ahead of general availability later this calendar year.

Windows 11, version 24H2* includes a range of new features such as the HDR background support, energy saver, Sudo for Windows , Rust in the Windows kernel, support for Wi-Fi 7, voice clarity and more. It also includes many improvements across Windows. For example, we are introducing a scrollable view of the quick settings flyout from the taskbar, the ability to create 7-zip and TAR archives in File Explorer (in addition to ZIP), and improvements for connecting Bluetooth® Low Energy Audio devices. We will be sharing more details in the coming months on many of the new features and improvements included as part of Windows 11, version 24H2 leading up to general availability. Please note that the new AI features such as Recall announced earlier this week will not be available on your PC after installing this update today as they require a Copilot+ PC. For more information on those new AI features and Copilot+ PCs, see this blog post here .

As part of this update, we’re also evolving the Copilot** experience on Windows as an app that will be pinned to the taskbar. This enables users to get the benefits of a traditional app experience, including the ability to resize, move, and snap the window – feedback we’ve heard from users throughout the preview of Copilot in Windows. This model also allows Microsoft to more agilely develop and optimize the experience based on user feedback. This change will be making is way to Insiders in the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels shortly.

[ADDED 5/30] As part of the Copilot experience’s evolution on Windows to become an app that is pinned to the taskbar, we are retiring the WIN + C keyboard shortcut. For new devices that ship with a Copilot key , this key will open Copilot. For existing devices without that key, using the WIN + (number position for Copilot pinned to your taskbar) is a great way to open Copilot.

Windows 11, version 24H2 shown as available as an optional update highlighted in a red box.

Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can install Windows 11, version 24H2 via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update. This means if you are an Insider currently in the Release Preview Channel on a PC that meets the Windows 11 hardware requirements , you can go to Settings and Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 11, version 24H2 if you want. Once you update your PC to Windows 11, version 24H2, you will continue to automatically receive new servicing updates through Windows Update (the typical monthly update process). For instructions on how to join the Windows Insider Program and join your PC to the Release Preview Channel, click here .

PLEASE NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels will not be able to switch to the Release Preview Channel as they are on builds already based on Windows 11, version 24H2 but are on higher build numbers. These Insiders don’t need to switch.

Commercial*** customers enrolled in the Windows Insider Program for Business can begin validating Windows 11, version 24H2 on PCs in their organizations. For these customers, the Windows 11, version 24H2 feature update is available through Windows Update for Business (WUfB) and Windows Server Update Service (WSUS). Azure Marketplace will be coming soon. You can learn more about deploying pre-release feature updates using these deployment methods here . Should any issues arise, IT admins in organizations deploying Release Preview updates can request Microsoft Support .

And finally – ISOs are now available for download for Windows 11, version 24H2 via the Windows Insider ISO download page .

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team

*Please note that Cortana, Tips, and WordPad are removed after upgrading to Windows 11, version 24H2. These apps are deprecated .

**Copilot in Windows is being rolled out gradually to Windows Insiders across our global markets. Customers in the European Economic Area will be able to download the Copilot in Windows experience as an app from the Microsoft Store (coming soon).

***We consider a device a commercial device if it is not running the Windows 11 Home edition AND is being managed by an IT administrator (whether via Microsoft Endpoint Manager or other management solution) or has a volume license key or commercial ID or is joined to a domain.

The Difference Between Reverse Cursed Technique and Cursed Technique Reversal

Cursed Energy in Jujutsu Kaisen powers sorcerers' techniques, leading to destructive attacks or healing abilities.
Reverse Cursed Techniques use positive energy to heal and can regrow limbs, only mastered by a few.
Cursed Technique Reversals invert techniques using positive energy, a rare skill for powerful sorcerers like Gojo.

Cursed Energy from Jujutsu Kaisen is very multifaceted. Since it essentially acts as the power supply behind the Cursed Technique of every sorcerer, it can be used to terrible effect, as sorcerers can also manipulate the energy that they have to release incredibly destructive attacks. However, Cursed Energy can be used in different ways, greatly adding to its overall versatility.

One such difference in its utilization comes in the form of Reverse Cursed Techniques, which add an entirely new dimension to how sorcerers fight. Though it is an extremely useful technique, only the most knowledgeable sorcerers can use it . On the other hand, Cursed Technique Reversal is an often overlooked aspect of sorcery in Jujutsu Kaisen and the only thing that brings both of these together is the requirement for positive Cursed Energy to operate, so let's check what they are and how they're used.

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What is reverse cursed technique.

Reverse Cursed Technique is an essential technique to have for sorcerers at the highest levels. Cursed Techniques, and Cursed Energy in general, are born from the negative emotions that people have and, consequently, operate through the use of negative energy. However, when a sorcerer takes the negative energy in their bodies from multiple sources and multiplies them together, the resulting action ends up creating positive energy that the sorcerer can then use to heal themselves.

How Reverse Cursed Techniques are Used in Battle

The positive energy used for Reverse Cursed Technique essentially acts against the typical negative energy that can be used for Cursed Techniques or to make Cursed Spirits. Its main goal is to heal the person who uses it and it is so powerful in doing so that it can regrow entire limbs in a matter of seconds, making it an almost essential tool for fights involving the strongest sorcerers. Though it can be used to heal oneself , Yuta and Shoko are the only ones who can use their RCT to heal others.

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What is cursed technique reversal.

Much like Reverse Cursed Technique, this is also an aspect of Cursed Energy manipulation that only the strongest sorcerers can use and is another one that requires the sorcerer to channel positive energy to use. The way that Cursed Technique Reversal works is by taking the inherent properties of a Cursed Technique and infusing them with positive energy, which makes the effect of the Cursed Technique act inversely. Though the possibilities for this are seemingly endless, even fewer sorcerers can do this than Reverse Cursed Technique.

How Cursed Technique Reversals are Used in Battle

Whereas Reverse Cursed Techniques require the mere production of positive energy to heal, Cursed Technique Reversals require the production of this positive energy, which is then supposed to be applied to a sorcerer's Cursed Technique, something which has only been shown by Gojo and Kenjaku. When applying CTR to Limitless , Gojo took Lapse Blue's power of attraction and created Reversal Red, a technique that has an infinite repulsive force instead of Blue's attractive one.

Infinity is something that's naturally there. I just bring it into reality.

The only other usage of CTR was seen in Kenjaku's battle with Yuki and Choso, where he used Kaori Itadori's innate Cursed Technique, Anti-Gravity System . The regular ability of this technique allows the user to eliminate the gravity of a selected target, essentially making them lose their footing and float about aimlessly. By applying CTR to this technique, the gravitational pull around the user is increased massively, grounding opponents and objects for a specific radius around them, so they cannot move.

Jujutsu Kaisen can be streamed on Amazon Prime and Netflix.

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Jujutsu kaisen.

Based on Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen manga, Mappa's battle shonen anime envisions a world where Jujutsu Sorcerers battle against entities born out of Cursed Energy. One day, a teenager named Yuji Itadori is dragged into this conflict when he eats a possessed finger.

Release Date October 3, 2020

Genres Supernatural, Action

Studio MAPPA

Creator Gege Akutami

Number of Episodes 47

Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll

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