A (mostly) great post with some sound advice for better presentations. Heres my take on it ..... DesignAt the risk of upsetting all those wonderful Graphic Designers out there, I would recommend going easy on the fancy designs. They are not essential. What is essential is a clear simple strategy with one idea per slide, minimal text, no bullet points (yes I mean it!) and clear simple pictures, graphs and diagrams to illustrate your verbal messages. ContentDeveloping compelling content is important but try to avoid using a script when you deliver. reading scripts leads to flat, lifeless delivery and makes it much harder to respond, on the fly2 to your audience. Instead use a few cue cards with key points only or a simple mind map. Either will keep you on track without restricting your ability to improvise in response to audience reaction.Story TellingTo true. Stories are much more engaging that lists of facts or endless graphs. Stories also create emotional engagement which is needed if you want the audience to be motivated to do something after the presentation. HumourYes it is powerful but it is risky too. Telling jokes rarely works and can lead to all sorts of problems (poor timing, inappropriate content etc.) Instead use gentle self deprecating humour. Be willing to poke a little fun at yourself and the audience will warm to you.
Posted on: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 10:02:45 +0000
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