Three Contrasting Presentation Styles — Lessons from Jesper Koll, Georg Loer, and Carolina Kawakubo

At a recent panel discussion with Jesper Koll (economist), Georg Loer (after 17 years at NRW Global), and Carolina Kawakubo (his successor), three very different presentation styles were on display. Each was effective in its own way, showing that speakers can succeed through distinct approaches — energy, calm authority, or confident professionalism.

Mini-summary: There is no single “right” presentation style — energy, calm, and confidence all work when authentic.

Jesper usually presents with data-rich slide decks, but this time he spoke without slides. He recalled numbers from memory, painted word pictures, and used rhetorical questions to jolt the audience awake. His style combines energy, humor, and authority, proving that confidence and audience engagement can replace visual aids when needed.

Mini-summary: Energy, rhetorical questions, and storytelling engage audiences even without slides.

Georg projected quiet confidence, speaking conversationally and informally dressed to signal transition to Carolina. After nearly two decades of experience, he didn’t need to impress — instead, he connected with the audience as teammates. His personal, intimate style built trust and warmth.

Mini-summary: Calm authority and conversational tone create intimacy and credibility.

Carolina faced the challenge of succeeding a respected leader. Dressed in a dark suit, she delivered without notes, speaking with clarity and confidence. Her congruence — saying the right things in the right way with strong vocal presence — transmitted professionalism and credibility.

Mini-summary: Confidence and congruence in voice, appearance, and content signal credibility.

Jesper showed energy and surprise, Georg projected calm authority, and Carolina radiated professional confidence. All three styles worked. The message: find and refine your authentic style — whether energetic, calm, or aspirational — to connect with audiences effectively.

Mini-summary: Authentic styles differ, but energy, calmness, or confidence can all succeed.

• Jesper: Energy + rhetorical questions sustain engagement.

• Georg: Calm confidence and conversational tone build trust.

• Carolina: Professional appearance and congruence project credibility.

• There is no single style — authenticity is the foundation.

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