EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION SKILLS 1 Effective Presentation Skills Introduction

EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION SKILLS 1

Effective Presentation Skills Introduction The Presenter Preparation Presenting Visual Aids 2

Using Visual Aids as Notes • Visual aids can be used as prompts if you have a high level of confidence in your material • The advantages are: • The prompt will be right there when you need it • You can move around the room • You can maintain good eye contact with your audience • The impression given is that you know your stuff! 3

Effective Handouts • Handouts that allow the audience to take notes and capture ideas in their own words are powerful re-enforcers for your message: • 5 step process for improved handouts • • • Stay focused on the overall goal Avoid an information glut Use graphics wherever possible Don’t be afraid of white space Design & edit to make sure that they look good 4

Summary The material presented covers three main sections: • Plan • Know the audience and the overall purpose of the presentation and plan what is required • Prepare • Using the plan prepare the materials using information and prepare yourself and the environment • Present the material in a professional manner using your voice and body language supported by a presentation style suited to the audience and material 5