Business and Professional Communication Quarterly Apr 2025 Open Access

Team Presentation Theory III: Room Analysis and Blocking

Daniel Usera The University of Texas at Arlington

Abstract

Previous works have established that effective team presentations require teams to select a structural format and question-and-answer (Q&A) strategy. While these are critical, effective team presentations also require strategic spatial planning and movement among the team members while they are on stage, known as blocking. Building on Usera and Fuller’s previous works on team presentation formats and Q&A strategies, I introduce a systematic approach to analyzing rooms and selecting a blocking strategy for team presentations. I identify three key elements of room analysis that teams must consider: stage shape, screen placements, and slide advancement method. Additionally, I present five team formations and five motion strategies, collectively termed “packages,” that teams can implement to optimize their stage presence. This framework offers a structured method for teams to enhance cohesion, engagement, and professionalism in their presentations. I also offer implications for educators, competition coaches, and business professionals with directions for future research.

Journal
Business and Professional Communication Quarterly
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2025-04-21
DOI
10.1177/23294906251329798
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