4. EFFECTIVE PRESENTATIONS

WHAT IS IT ABOUT PRESENTATIONS THAT MAKES US SO SCARED?

 

Recently, as part of my communications module I delivered a power-point presentation to my class on 911, the initial thought of this made me feel terrified, anxious and extremely nervous however, once I was up there my nerves settled and I questioned why I was so fearful?

For most people delivering a presentation can be a very daunting task, but rest assured, by following these simple steps your presentation will go without a hitch.

Step 1

REHEARSE, REHEARSE, REHEARSE! Preparation and practice is paramount in order for your presentation to be successfully delivered, and will provide you with the confidence and reassurance needed to deliver a presentation.

Step 2

Try to keep the information to the point, include pictures/videos to entice your audience, don't waffle, and choose a subject that will engage your audience. I chose 911 as I knew it was a topic everybody knows about and a part of history that most individuals find interesting.

Step 3

A phrase to remember is;

"Tell'em what your going to tell them"

"Tell'em"

"Tell'em what you told them"

Include an introduction which tells the audience what you will discuss in your presentation, a main body which tells them, and a conclusion which rounds everything up. 

By following these simple steps you will deliver a presentation that will be both pleasing to the audience and to yourself.

To avail of further information on presentation tips click here.

If you still have an element of fear about having to deliver the presentation there are many strategies which can be used in order to keep calm, I found a useful website which may help so click here to reduce the fear! :)