Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Tessa R Davis: Interview Coach & Ghostwriter ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://tessardavis.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Ditch the Boring Introductions: Start with a Bang đź’Ą](https://tessardavis.com/ditch-the-boring-introductions-start-with-a-bang-%f0%9f%92%a5/): Start my presentation without telling the audience who I am. I don't NEED to start with the words 'thanks for inviting me' or by explaining how happy I am to be here. It shouldn't be hard. I've watched hundreds of TED talks and I know what a captivating start to a presentation looks like. I must grab their attention. I must make them like me at the beginning. But I've never done it before. I've never launched right into the presentation. I've always started with a thank you, or a summary of who I am... - [The sneaky way that Princess Anne is delivering presentations better than you](https://tessardavis.com/the-sneaky-way-that-princess-anne-is-delivering-presentations-better-than-you/): “I’m sorry I’m speaking in front of....who?!” I say in shock. (Grammar pedants don't @ me, it's just how I speak). I've found out I'm giving a conference presentation in ONE WEEK and there will be someone Very Important in the audience. How did I end up here... - [Did Your Last Presentation Fall Flat?](https://tessardavis.com/did-your-last-presentation-fall-flat/): Have you ever given a presentation that fell flat, Reader? I have. There I was, pouring my heart and soul into a presentation I had worked on for freaking hours. But, as I glanced out at the audience (only for a second because I was trying to remember what I was going to say next), I saw people flicking through their phones. Checking Twitter no doubt. Or that very important work email. Someone had actually nodded off... - [Transform Your Presentations: From Forgettable to Memorable](https://tessardavis.com/transform-your-presentations-from-forgettable-to-memorable/): We all know the feeling of sitting through a talk that feels generic and uninspiring as though it could have been delivered to ANY audience. Crafting presentations that resonate with your audience is not just about delivering information; it’s about leaving them feeling inspired and connected. Without that connection, a presentation can quickly become a forgettable experience. So, how can you ensure your audience stays engaged and attentive throughout... - [From Zero to Hero: Build an Audience that Amplifies Your Message](https://tessardavis.com/from-zero-to-hero-build-an-audience-that-amplifies-your-message/): Ever heard the phrase “Content is King”? As clichĂ© as it sounds, it still rings true. But do you know what’s better than just being a king (or queen)? Being a king (or queen) with a loyal, high-value audience. Because a kingdom without its people is just…well, lonely land. So, what’s this all about? Here’s your guide to building your audience… - [Don’t Just Present, Captivate: Your Guide to Slide Mastery](https://tessardavis.com/dont-just-present-captivate-your-guide-to-slide-mastery/): Did you know that an average person’s attention span for a slide is a scant 5 seconds? That’s less time than it takes to sip my tea. In today’s digital landscape, the ability to design compelling slides is a skill every one of us should have. Over the past five years, I’ve mentored over 600 presenters. Their most common concern... - [Unlock the Secrets of Mind Mapping: Boost Your Creativity Today!](https://tessardavis.com/unlock-the-secrets-of-mind-mapping-boost-your-creativity-today/): Are you ready to unleash the full potential of your brain and supercharge your creativity? It's time to revolutionize the way you think!In our fast-paced world, standing out requires top-notch creative thinking and ... - [Are You Truly Listening? Boost Your Relationships With Active Listening](https://tessardavis.com/are-you-truly-listening-boost-your-relationships-with-active-listening/): Did you know that we spend about 70% of our waking hours communicating, and listening makes up around 45% of that time? Yet, most of us are not very good at it. Today we'll discuss the incredible skill of active listening... - [The Pomodoro Technique: Your New Productivity Hack](https://tessardavis.com/the-pomodoro-technique-your-new-productivity-hack/): Did you know that using a simple tomato-shaped timer can skyrocket your productivity and time management skills?It's called the Pomodoro Technique, and it's the game-changer you never knew you needed... - [9 dead-simple tips to resist digital distractions](https://tessardavis.com/9-dead-simple-tips-to-resist-digital-distractions/): I was away this week for a few days with no access to my work emails. After the initial panic subsided, I realised how much easier it was to enjoy my time away without having constant distractions. So often our minds are taken away from the present moment with pings, alerts, and inbounds. Even when we are trying to work, it's hard to stay focused.Here are 9 dead-simple tips to resist digital distractions (and you can start right now)... - [Get Organized and Increase Productivity: The Power of To-Do Lists for Busy Professionals](https://tessardavis.com/get-organized-and-increase-productivity-the-power-of-to-do-lists-for-busy-professionals/): Ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending tasks and responsibilities that come with being a busy professional and balancing your family life... - [If your Twitter threads suck, read this:](https://tessardavis.com/if-your-twitter-threads-suck-read-this/): Twitter threads are a critical step in growing your audience. You can use them to grow followers, build authority, and take a deeper dive into a topic. Your Twitter thread will suck without a killer hook. The hook is the most important part... - [7 no-code tools we use to run our 2-person business](https://tessardavis.com/7-no-code-tools-we-use-to-run-our-2-person-business/): In 2022 I started a Twitter ghostwriting business with my friend Anthony Disney. We’ve grown it from $0-$50k MRR. There's been so much to learn about business, sales, client management, communication, and finances. Can't wait to share my lessons with you. With just two people running a business, it means that we need a ton of tools that help us work efficiently. So, here are 7 tools that we simply couldn’t manage without... - [A simple 9-step plan to generate $$$ as a keynote speaker](https://tessardavis.com/a-simple-9-step-plan-to-generate-as-a-keynote-speaker/): You probably do presentations as part of your everyday job. But are you getting paid keynote speaking gigs?You could be getting paid $2k-$10k per speaking event, and it's a great way to generate some extra income... - [10 simple slide tips to crush your next presentation](https://tessardavis.com/10-simple-slide-tips-to-crush-your-next-presentation/): Your slides can make or break your presentation. We've all watched talks that are destroyed by terrible slide decks. Over the past 5 years, I’ve reviewed over 300 slide decks. Most people make the same mistakes. Here are the 10 best tips I can give you to crush your next presentation... - [8 lessons I learned in 2022 that you should take to 2023](https://tessardavis.com/8-lessons-i-learned-in-2022-that-you-should-take-to-2023/): It's the end of 2022 and I've had a year of personal + professional highs and lows. Here are 8 lessons I learned in 2022 that I hope you can take to 2023... - [11 Canva tips you’ll wish you already knew](https://tessardavis.com/11-canva-tips-youll-wish-you-already-knew/): More than 100 million people use Canva. But most people who use it barely know what it’s capable of. That's why I put together a short, info-packed course that'll teach you everything you need to know about Canva. Here it is... - [Fed up of Google Chrome slowing down your computer? Try this.](https://tessardavis.com/fed-up-of-google-chrome-slowing-down-your-computer-try-this/): The world’s most popular browser is Google Chrome. Unfortunately, it sucks your computer memory and slows it to a crawl. Here are 7 simple ways to speed up your Chrome Browser... - [10 dead-simple ways to improve your next slide deck](https://tessardavis.com/10-dead-simple-ways-to-improve-your-next-slide-deck/): It's very common for people to start their preparation by opening PowerPoint and writing down everything they know about the topic. Don't do this. When you do this, you end up with your slides being in control of your presentation. Instead, make your slides the LAST stage of your prep... - [11 AI tools that will blow your mind](https://tessardavis.com/11-ai-tools-that-will-blow-your-mind/): AI tools exist to make our lives 10x easier. If you aren't using them in your life and business, you are falling behind the curve. This article includes 11 of the best AI tools that will save you $$$s. - [Tell a story with your data](https://tessardavis.com/tell-a-story-with-your-data/): I’ve watched hundreds of people present their data. · Professionals presenting project outcomes · Scientists sharing research data · Businesses pitching for funding Often I leave feeling confused... - [Is it possible to rehearse your presentation TOO much?](https://tessardavis.com/is-it-possible-to-rehearse-your-presentation-too-much/): I always used to rehearse my presentations over and over. I was SO well rehearsed that I knew my entire script inside out. But something didn’t connect when I delivered my talk. There was something missing... - [If your learners aren’t engaged online, it’s not their fault. It’s yours.](https://tessardavis.com/if-your-learners-arent-engaged-online/): I used to spend my time getting frustrated when students didn’t engage in my online teaching. What was wrong with them? ​In reality, it wasn’t their fault, it was mine... - [Building connection online – is it possible?](https://tessardavis.com/building-connection-online-is-it-possible/): I always used to rehearse my presentations over and over. I was SO well rehearsed that I knew my entire script inside out. But something didn’t connect when I delivered my talk... ## Pages - [Home 2026](https://tessardavis.com/): I'm an NHS Paediatric Emergency Medicine Consultant and interview coach, and I've helped over 2,400 doctors secure their dream substantive posts. - [About Me](https://tessardavis.com/about-me/): Over the last 3 years, I've coached over 700 interview candidates to successful Medical Consultant jobs. - [Newsletter](https://tessardavis.com/newsletter/): I write a newsletter with tips on how to prep for your NHS Consultant interview. - [Home Page](https://tessardavis.com/home-page/): Medical Interview Coach