lack of experience lack of preparation lack of enthusiasm negative self-talk feeling nervous?
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PRESENTATION SKILLS
Out of the top 10 human fears
•Number 1 is Public Speaking
•Second being death
Lack of experienceLack of preparationLack of enthusiasmNegative self-talk
Feeling Nervous?
It is not sufficient to know what one ought to say; one must also know how to say it
……. Aristotle
Presentation
Systematic manner of presenting information, ideas, arguments, facts with the objective of informing, influencing, persuading, educating, entertaining & motivating people.
4 - Ps
1. Plan 2. Prepare
3. Practice
4. Present
Steps in Giving Presentation 4 Ps
4 Ps to PresentationDefining Objectives (WHY)
Understanding the Audience (WHO)
PREPARE – Developing the Message (WHAT)
Contents
Structure
Visual Aids
PRACTICE – Rehearsing (HOW)
PRESENT
PLAN
PLAN
• Why is it Important?• What is the Purpose?• What is the Outcome?
Defining Objectives (WHY)
PLAN
What are the need, issues, concerns ?
What topics should be emphasized?
If they resist, what would be the reason?
What are their feelings towards me, my subjects?
What are their expectations?
Understanding the Audience (WHO)
Know Your Audience Age Background Number of Participants Role Experience / Expertise Local / Global Requirement/s (What do they look forward from the Presentation
“Success depends upon on your ability to reach your audience”
3 Stages to Presentation
PREPARE – Developing the Message (WHAT)
Opening
Content/Body
Closing
Structuring the presentation
2 to 3 mins --- opening/beginning
15 to 20 mins--- middle section
2 to 3 mins --- closing/end
Speaker’s 3 friends
1. Personal Notes
2. Visuals
3. Handouts
HEADS OF INCOM
Profit and Gain from Business or Profession
Income from other source
There should be a logical sequence in the points to be discussed in the presentation
It Should be perfectly point wise instead of running lines of text
The points should be as clear as possible
Usages of heavy jargon /s should be avoided.
The points should be easy to understand by all
Use examples to help participants to relate to the topic
Use powerful and sequenced visual aids (if relevant)
Contents/Structure
Visuals are powerful tools and should be used because they:
Increase understandingSave time Enhance attentionPromote attentivenessHelp control nervousness
Visual Aids
Speak in front of mirrorThrow your voice – loud and listen to itRecord your voice on an audio tape and play
backGive a Video shoot of yourself done – this is
how the audience see youDo a dry run with a handpicked audience
PRACTICE – Rehearsing (HOW)
Body Language
Eye contactStand erectDo not point at a participantDo not move too frequentlyManage your hands
Do’sLimit the number of aids you useUse it as an aid onlyBe comfortable in using the aidKeep your visual aids in a position of
maximum visibilityUse the pointer to point, not accuseIf using an OHP or slide projector, put it
“on” only for the duration for which it is required
Don’tsPut excessive informationFace the visual aid while using itTry to talk and write at the same timeStand infront of the visual aidLeave blank illuminated screens, they
cause distractions
A few TipsAlways stand facing the audienceStand in a central positionWhile using charts and boards stand to a
side without blocking themAvoid stepping between the screen and the
projector
PRESENT
A few TipsMaintain appropriate
social distanceUse non- threatening
body - language
PRESENT
A few TipsMaintain appropriate
social distanceUse non- threatening
body - language
PRESENT
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