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Delivering professional development to teachers is an exciting opportunity to share strategies and ideas, but how do you ensure your audience will care what you have to say and find it worth their time? In this helpful book, Marcus Stein shows how you can improve your presentations by embracing your personality and relatability, knowing your audience, becoming more flexible, and more. Throughout the book, he offers actionable strategies for reaching adult learners by catering to their motivations and expertise, using a more flexible model rather than slide deck overkill; refining your delivery style, translating your authentic presentation skills to virtual environments, and revamping your professional growth plan. Each chapter weaves together stories, expert insights, transferable tips, and practical steps for putting what you've learned into action. Stein's warm tone and engaging anecdotes will leave you feeling ready and inspired to polish your craft. Whether you're an instructional coach leading professional learning for your school, an educator looking to speak at conferences, or a consultant working as a Teacher Trainer, you'll find all the strategies and tips you need to deliver professional development that is meaningful and lasting to teachers.