Prepare note cards to guide you or give
you an outline of what you want to say. DO NOT READ YOUR
NOTE CARDS WORD FOR WORD. When using a presentation
package DO NOT READ THE SLIDES WORD FOR WORD.
You need to have an introduction.
-use a catchy saying, a quote, a story to
"grab" your audiences attention
-let them know what you’re going to talk
about
You need a logical listing of facts and
information. Don’t talk in a circle. Have a reason
for the order of your facts. (chronological, most
important to less important, etc.)
You need to have a closing. Give a
summary, interpretation, "what you learned",
etc. DON NOT JUST SAY "I’M DONE, THAT’S
IT!" We should know you’re finished.
Smile, speak clearly, and at a good pace.
Look at your audience. NO GUM CHEWING. Know how to
pronounce all of your words. Props and visual aids
usually add to your presentation. Pictures, videos, etc.
should be referred to at appropriate times. Do not turn
your back on the audience.
Lastly, dress to impress. This will make
you look important and professional. People tend to
believe that you know what you’re talking about.
Take a deep breath before you begin. BEST
OF LUCK!!!
