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How to Present to an Audience That Knows More Than You

Deborah Grayson Riegel

Lean into being a facilitator — not an expert.

What happens when you have to give a presentation to an audience that might have some professionals who have more expertise on the topic than you do? While it can be intimidating, it can also be an opportunity to leverage their deep and diverse expertise in service of the group’s learning. And it’s an opportunity to exercise some intellectual humility, which includes having respect for other viewpoints, not being intellectually overconfident, separating your ego from your intellect, and being willing to revise your own viewpoint — especially in the face of new information. This article offers several tips for how you might approach a roomful of experts, including how to invite them into the discussion without allowing them to completely take over, as well as how to pivot on the proposed topic when necessary.

I was five years into my executive coaching practice when I was invited to lead a workshop on “Coaching Skills for Human Resource Leaders” at a global conference. As the room filled up with participants, I identified a few colleagues who had already been coaching professionally for more than a decade. I felt self-doubt start to kick in: Why were they even here? What did they come to learn? Why do they want to hear from me?

Deborah Grayson Riegel is a professional speaker and facilitator, as well as a communication and presentation skills coach. She teaches leadership communication at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and has taught for Wharton Business School, Columbia Business School’s Women in Leadership Program, and Peking University’s International MBA Program. She is the author of Overcoming Overthinking: 36 Ways to Tame Anxiety for Work, School, and Life and the best-selling Go To Help: 31 Strategies to Offer, Ask for, and Accept Help .

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How to deliver an expert presentation in English

January 30, 2023
Dan Shepherd

Giving a presentation is scary. Even if you’ve done it many times and the audience is small, you probably feel your heart race as you stand in the front of the room. And having to give a presentation in English adds more anxiety.

75% of people have a fear of public speaking. Non-native English speakers also worry about forgetting vocabulary, mispronouncing words, and not understanding questions from the people watching. But, presenting in English can be an opportunity to show your proficiency. In fact, research states that presentations are a good way to expand your vocabulary .

Whether it’s at a work meeting, speaking at a conference, or facilitating a discussion, being a non-native English speaker can be a strength. Here are a few simple, effective tips to deliver an expert presentation in English.

Overcoming nerves

It’s normal to feel nervous before a presentation, but it’s important not to let nerves negatively affect how you perform. Preparation is essential – ensure that you have enough time to create, rehearse, and edit your presentation.

When you present in another language, you need to be confident. Trust that you do speak English well. In the days before the presentation, watch English TV, listen to music in English, and speak to people in English. The more you make English a natural part of your day, the more relaxed you’ll feel about presenting in it.

Closer to the presentation time, remember to:

Concentrate on your breathing. Take slow, long inhales through your nose and out through your mouth. Repeat as many times as you need until you feel your heart rate slow.
Bring a bottle with you. This way, you can drink and pace yourself when speaking.
Some research suggests that chewing gum can lower anxiety . If you do this, remember to take the gum out before getting started!

Writing an outline

An outline will help you structure your presentation and remember the main points. You can make a detailed outline or use basic notes. Both are fine, but don’t include so much information that you won’t remember it.

Think about what the purpose of your presentation is. Do you want to educate, entertain, inspire, or show your English skills? Next, think of the first thing you’re going to say – perhaps a question, a statistic, or a statement. You might want to experiment with fun or new English words if you feel confident using them.

Then write your discussion points. There should be a minimum of three, and you need to know why you’re including each one and what you’re going to say about it. As you write, highlight the most relevant words in English and the ones that you sometimes forget.

Lastly, think about how to finish your presentation. Watch presentations and speeches from English speakers for inspiration. When you’re happy with your outline, read through it multiple times and check that it has a smooth flow.

Experts recommend rehearsing your presentation at least 10 times in full. Practice by yourself at first and use your outline. Pay attention to difficult parts and edit these points at the end. If there are words that are difficult to pronounce, replace them with easier ones – for example, use “star” instead of “asterisk”.

When you feel comfortable, rehearse without your outline and ask other people (preferably fluent English speakers) to watch you present. Ask for honest feedback and make changes based on their comments.

Use tools like ELSA Speech Analyzer to practice speaking . Upload a recording of your presentation and get a speaking score for your intonation, grammar, vocabulary, and fluency. You also get detailed, personalized feedback. For example, the tool suggests synonyms for certain words, to help make you sound more expert in English.

Remember that practice isn’t about being perfect, it’s about knowing your content and communicating it clearly in your presentation.

Answering audience questions

People asking questions is a good sign! To make sure that you answer well, follow these steps.

Tell people at the beginning of your presentation that you’ll take questions at the end.
Anticipate what questions you might be asked. If you were in the audience, what would you want to know?
Don’t be afraid to ask audience members to repeat or rephrase their question if you don’t understand it. “Would you mind saying it another way?” or “I didn’t catch that, please could you elaborate?” are good ways to ask.
Take a brief pause and breath before replying.
Reference data or quotes from your presentation – this is a powerful way to show that you’re an expert.
When you finish answering, check with the person that your response was clear, or if you need to give more details.
If you don’t know the answer to a question, be honest and say. You could ask the questioner what they think or ask the question to the whole audience.

You’re more ready to deliver an expert presentation in English than you may think. With these tips to overcome nerves, write an outline, practice, and take questions, you’re set to impress audiences (and yourself).

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PRESENTATION SKILLS

How can you make a good presentation even more effective?

This page draws on published advice from expert presenters around the world, which will help to take your presentations from merely ‘good’ to ‘great’.

By bringing together advice from a wide range of people, the aim is to cover a whole range of areas.

Whether you are an experienced presenter, or just starting out, there should be ideas here to help you to improve.

1. Show your Passion and Connect with your Audience

It’s hard to be relaxed and be yourself when you’re nervous.

But time and again, the great presenters say that the most important thing is to connect with your audience, and the best way to do that is to let your passion for the subject shine through.

Be honest with the audience about what is important to you and why it matters.

Be enthusiastic and honest, and the audience will respond.

2. Focus on your Audience’s Needs

Your presentation needs to be built around what your audience is going to get out of the presentation.

As you prepare the presentation, you always need to bear in mind what the audience needs and wants to know, not what you can tell them.

While you’re giving the presentation, you also need to remain focused on your audience’s response, and react to that.

You need to make it easy for your audience to understand and respond.

3. Keep it Simple: Concentrate on your Core Message

When planning your presentation, you should always keep in mind the question:

What is the key message (or three key points) for my audience to take away?

You should be able to communicate that key message very briefly.

Some experts recommend a 30-second ‘elevator summary’, others that you can write it on the back of a business card, or say it in no more than 15 words.

Whichever rule you choose, the important thing is to keep your core message focused and brief.

And if what you are planning to say doesn’t contribute to that core message, don’t say it.

4. Smile and Make Eye Contact with your Audience

This sounds very easy, but a surprisingly large number of presenters fail to do it.

If you smile and make eye contact, you are building rapport , which helps the audience to connect with you and your subject. It also helps you to feel less nervous, because you are talking to individuals, not to a great mass of unknown people.

To help you with this, make sure that you don’t turn down all the lights so that only the slide screen is visible. Your audience needs to see you as well as your slides.

5. Start Strongly

The beginning of your presentation is crucial. You need to grab your audience’s attention and hold it.

They will give you a few minutes’ grace in which to entertain them, before they start to switch off if you’re dull. So don’t waste that on explaining who you are. Start by entertaining them.

Try a story (see tip 7 below), or an attention-grabbing (but useful) image on a slide.

6. Remember the 10-20-30 Rule for Slideshows

This is a tip from Guy Kawasaki of Apple. He suggests that slideshows should:

Contain no more than 10 slides;
Last no more than 20 minutes; and
Use a font size of no less than 30 point.

This last is particularly important as it stops you trying to put too much information on any one slide. This whole approach avoids the dreaded ‘Death by PowerPoint’.

As a general rule, slides should be the sideshow to you, the presenter. A good set of slides should be no use without the presenter, and they should definitely contain less, rather than more, information, expressed simply.

If you need to provide more information, create a bespoke handout and give it out after your presentation.

7. Tell Stories

Human beings are programmed to respond to stories.

Stories help us to pay attention, and also to remember things. If you can use stories in your presentation, your audience is more likely to engage and to remember your points afterwards. It is a good idea to start with a story, but there is a wider point too: you need your presentation to act like a story.

Think about what story you are trying to tell your audience, and create your presentation to tell it.

Finding The Story Behind Your Presentation

To effectively tell a story, focus on using at least one of the two most basic storytelling mechanics in your presentation:

Focusing On Characters – People have stories; things, data, and objects do not. So ask yourself “who” is directly involved in your topic that you can use as the focal point of your story.

For example, instead of talking about cars (your company’s products), you could focus on specific characters like:

The drivers the car is intended for – people looking for speed and adventure
The engineers who went out of their way to design the most cost-effective car imaginable

A Changing Dynamic – A story needs something to change along the way. So ask yourself “What is not as it should be?” and answer with what you are going to do about it (or what you did about it).

For example…

Did hazardous road conditions inspire you to build a rugged, all-terrain jeep that any family could afford?
Did a complicated and confusing food labelling system lead you to establish a colour-coded nutritional index so that anybody could easily understand it?

To see 15 more actionable storytelling tips, see Nuts & Bolts Speed Training’s post on Storytelling Tips .

8. Use your Voice Effectively

The spoken word is actually a pretty inefficient means of communication, because it uses only one of your audience’s five senses. That’s why presenters tend to use visual aids, too. But you can help to make the spoken word better by using your voice effectively.

Varying the speed at which you talk, and emphasising changes in pitch and tone all help to make your voice more interesting and hold your audience’s attention.

For more about this, see our page on Effective Speaking .

9. Use your Body Too

It has been estimated that more than three quarters of communication is non-verbal.

That means that as well as your tone of voice, your body language is crucial to getting your message across. Make sure that you are giving the right messages: body language to avoid includes crossed arms, hands held behind your back or in your pockets, and pacing the stage.

Make your gestures open and confident, and move naturally around the stage, and among the audience too, if possible.

10. Relax, Breathe and Enjoy

If you find presenting difficult, it can be hard to be calm and relaxed about doing it.

One option is to start by concentrating on your breathing. Slow it down, and make sure that you’re breathing fully. Make sure that you continue to pause for breath occasionally during your presentation too.

For more ideas, see our page on Coping with Presentation Nerves .

If you can bring yourself to relax, you will almost certainly present better. If you can actually start to enjoy yourself, your audience will respond to that, and engage better. Your presentations will improve exponentially, and so will your confidence. It’s well worth a try.

Improve your Presentation Skills

Follow our guide to boost your presentation skills learning about preparation, delivery, questions and all other aspects of giving effective presentations.

Start with: What is a Presentation?

Continue to: How to Give a Speech Self Presentation

See also: Five Ways You Can Do Visual Marketing on a Budget Can Presentation Science Improve Your Presentation? Typography – It’s All About the Message in Your Slides

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Powerful and Effective Presentation Skills: More in Demand Now Than Ever

When we talk with our L&D colleagues from around the globe, we often hear that presentation skills training is one of the top opportunities they’re looking to provide their learners. And this holds true whether their learners are individual contributors, people managers, or senior leaders. This is not surprising.

Effective communications skills are a powerful career activator, and most of us are called upon to communicate in some type of formal presentation mode at some point along the way.

For instance, you might be asked to brief management on market research results, walk your team through a new process, lay out the new budget, or explain a new product to a client or prospect. Or you may want to build support for a new idea, bring a new employee into the fold, or even just present your achievements to your manager during your performance review.

And now, with so many employees working from home or in hybrid mode, and business travel in decline, there’s a growing need to find new ways to make effective presentations when the audience may be fully virtual or a combination of in person and remote attendees.

Whether you’re making a standup presentation to a large live audience, or a sit-down one-on-one, whether you’re delivering your presentation face to face or virtually, solid presentation skills matter.

Even the most seasoned and accomplished presenters may need to fine-tune or update their skills. Expectations have changed over the last decade or so. Yesterday’s PowerPoint which primarily relied on bulleted points, broken up by the occasional clip-art image, won’t cut it with today’s audience.

The digital revolution has revolutionized the way people want to receive information. People expect presentations that are more visually interesting. They expect to see data, metrics that support assertions. And now, with so many previously in-person meetings occurring virtually, there’s an entirely new level of technical preparedness required.

The leadership development tools and the individual learning opportunities you’re providing should include presentation skills training that covers both the evergreen fundamentals and the up-to-date capabilities that can make or break a presentation.

So, just what should be included in solid presentation skills training? Here’s what I think.

The fundamentals will always apply When it comes to making a powerful and effective presentation, the fundamentals will always apply. You need to understand your objective. Is it strictly to convey information, so that your audience’s knowledge is increased? Is it to persuade your audience to take some action? Is it to convince people to support your idea? Once you understand what your objective is, you need to define your central message. There may be a lot of things you want to share with your audience during your presentation, but find – and stick with – the core, the most important point you want them to walk away with. And make sure that your message is clear and compelling.

You also need to tailor your presentation to your audience. Who are they and what might they be expecting? Say you’re giving a product pitch to a client. A technical team may be interested in a lot of nitty-gritty product detail. The business side will no doubt be more interested in what returns they can expect on their investment.

Another consideration is the setting: is this a formal presentation to a large audience with questions reserved for the end, or a presentation in a smaller setting where there’s the possibility for conversation throughout? Is your presentation virtual or in-person? To be delivered individually or as a group? What time of the day will you be speaking? Will there be others speaking before you and might that impact how your message will be received?

Once these fundamentals are established, you’re in building mode. What are the specific points you want to share that will help you best meet your objective and get across your core message? Now figure out how to convey those points in the clearest, most straightforward, and succinct way. This doesn’t mean that your presentation has to be a series of clipped bullet points. No one wants to sit through a presentation in which the presenter reads through what’s on the slide. You can get your points across using stories, fact, diagrams, videos, props, and other types of media.

Visual design matters While you don’t want to clutter up your presentation with too many visual elements that don’t serve your objective and can be distracting, using a variety of visual formats to convey your core message will make your presentation more memorable than slides filled with text. A couple of tips: avoid images that are cliched and overdone. Be careful not to mix up too many different types of images. If you’re using photos, stick with photos. If you’re using drawn images, keep the style consistent. When data are presented, stay consistent with colors and fonts from one type of chart to the next. Keep things clear and simple, using data to support key points without overwhelming your audience with too much information. And don’t assume that your audience is composed of statisticians (unless, of course, it is).

When presenting qualitative data, brief videos provide a way to engage your audience and create emotional connection and impact. Word clouds are another way to get qualitative data across.

Practice makes perfect You’ve pulled together a perfect presentation. But it likely won’t be perfect unless it’s well delivered. So don’t forget to practice your presentation ahead of time. Pro tip: record yourself as you practice out loud. This will force you to think through what you’re going to say for each element of your presentation. And watching your recording will help you identify your mistakes—such as fidgeting, using too many fillers (such as “umm,” or “like”), or speaking too fast.

A key element of your preparation should involve anticipating any technical difficulties. If you’ve embedded videos, make sure they work. If you’re presenting virtually, make sure that the lighting is good, and that your speaker and camera are working. Whether presenting in person or virtually, get there early enough to work out any technical glitches before your presentation is scheduled to begin. Few things are a bigger audience turn-off than sitting there watching the presenter struggle with the delivery mechanisms!

Finally, be kind to yourself. Despite thorough preparation and practice, sometimes, things go wrong, and you need to recover in the moment, adapt, and carry on. It’s unlikely that you’ll have caused any lasting damage and the important thing is to learn from your experience, so your next presentation is stronger.

How are you providing presentation skills training for your learners?

Manika Gandhi is Senior Learning Design Manager at Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning. Email her at [email protected] .

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What does a presentation expert do?

February 18, 2023

In the fast lane of business today, excellent expression is central, and presentations prove indispensable in spreading concepts, details, and schemes. Exhibiting mastery over creation and delivery, presentation expert craft enthralling talks with the ability to mesmerize, educate, and convince their viewers. Through our examination, we focus on comprehending how presentational prowess revolves around identifying its viewership.

Businesses rely on Presentation Specialists to develop intelligent and informative Presentation design services that will captivate an audience utilizing programs such as PowerPoint, these professionals craft visual content highlighting a business’s products and services while remaining engaging and relevant to the target audience. From technology corporations to medical providers, Presentation specialists are sought after in many industries across the globe.

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What is a Presentation Expert?

Trained professionals with impressive command over visual storytelling techniques they seamlessly meld logic and figurative language to captivate listeners. Having diverse areas of proficiency, professionals demonstrate skill sets beyond singular niches.

Key attributes and responsibilities of a presentation expert:

Content Mastery: An expert thoroughly understands the subject matter and can distill complex ideas into clear, concise, and engaging content.
Design Proficiency: They have a keen eye for design and can create visually appealing slides or visuals that enhance the presentation’s message.
Delivery Skills: An expert is an effective communicator, able to convey their message confidently and persuasively while engaging with the audience.
Audience-Centric Approach: They tailor their presentations to their target audience’s specific needs and expectations, ensuring relevance and resonance.
Technological Proficiency: experts use presentation software, multimedia tools, and interactive features to enhance their presentations.
Continuous Improvement: They constantly seek feedback and opportunities for improvement, adapting their presentation style and content as needed.

What is the presentation expert target?

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1-Job description

Businesses rely on Presentation experts to develop a witty and informative presentation that will captivate an audience—utilizing programs such as PowerPoint, these professionals craft visual content highlighting a business’s products and services while remaining engaging and relevant to the target audience. From technology corporations to medical providers, Presentation specialists are sought after in many industries across the globe.

Presentation specialists are experts in showcasing products and services in the most effective ways using PowerPoint®. They must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft® applications and professional experience with PowerPoint®. These professionals may be part of marketing or sales teams, and they support various industries, including media, finance, and nonprofits. Presentation specialists design informative presentations that attract audiences while accurately representing the company or product values.

A presentation specialist is an experienced professional whose primary focus is creating innovative and memorable PowerPoint® slide shows for businesses. With the ability to attractively showcase a product or service’s qualities, the presentation specialist utilizes years of experience and knowledge to create presentations that effectively demonstrate a business’s offerings.

Presentation expert plays an essential role in events and presentations. They’re responsible for monitoring how the production is going and making changes or adjustments if needed to ensure that the product is presented effectively. During the talk, they’ll keep in touch with other employees on any edits or tweaks that need to be made so that everything runs smoothly.

2-Presentation specialist skills needed

Presentation Specialists are experienced communicators, knowledgeable in the complexities of business. With their excellent design skills, they can transform the text into a captivating presentation that communicates an idea or product concept engagingly and effectively. They understand how layout affects visual appeal, making presentations engaging on large screens in packed conference rooms.

The Presentation Specialist is an expert in the latest Microsoft products and is always up-to-date on the newest software trends. They are highly knowledgeable about digital devices, and their marketing skills make them ideal collaborators for any project. From concept to completion, these specialists guarantee visual excellence by providing beautiful PowerPoints that look great, engage viewers and understand their needs. Deadline-driven and organized, the Presentation Specialists know how to turn a concept into stunning visuals.

Presentation Expert Target Audience

The target audience for presentation experts can vary widely, depending on their expertise and specialization. Here are some typical target audiences:

Business Professionals:

An expert often works with business executives, managers, and teams to create compelling sales pitches, business proposals, and reports. Their expertise helps organizations communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and investors.

Educators and Trainers:

In education, experts assist teachers, professors, and corporate trainers in developing engaging and informative presentations for students and learners.

Public Speakers:

Motivational speakers, keynote speakers, and thought leaders rely on expert presentations to craft impactful speeches and visual aids that resonate with their audiences.

Researchers and Scientists:

experts in the scientific community assist researchers in conveying their findings and discoveries to peers, funding agencies, and the public through clear and engaging presentations.

Event Planners:

Event planners collaborate with presentation experts to ensure that conferences, seminars, and workshops feature engaging and memorable presentations.

Startups and Entrepreneurs:

Entrepreneurs seeking funding or pitching their ideas to investors often enlist the help of presentation experts to create persuasive pitches and business plans.

Government and Nonprofits:

Experts play a vital role in government agencies and nonprofit organizations, helping them communicate policies, initiatives, and social issues effectively.

A skilled expert presentation communicator must embrace impactful storytelling and stunning visuals to deliver presentations that hold viewers’ attention, thus requiring more than mere knowledge sharing or memorization. It entails conveying thoughts persuasively while keeping them engaged by leveraging proper structure methods designed specifically FOR maximum effectiveness across diverse audiences composed mainly OF those interested IN learning FROM YOU – therefore leading toward greater overall success rates compared to any other kind of formal Language usage found elsewhere outside office meetings rooms! Showcasing across industries how professionals embody agile adjustments while addressing varied viewers. Their skill set grants them immense value in today’s data-driven culture: simplify, enlighten. Inspiring enduring impact upon audiences, a presentation proclivity gives users the means to express themselves confidently and cogently.

Is a presentation expert leading the presentation?

The term speaker often refers to a person who presents at a general session. Presenters present at other sessions, such as concurrent sessions, workshops, and breakouts.

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Professional presenters differ from regular presenters; they are friendly, attractive, eloquent, and passionate communicators that visitors enjoy hearing. They make a great first impression on your target audience to bring your brand to life. They’re also adept at getting a crowd into the booth.

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14 Practical Tips to Improve Your Presentation Skills

The Speaker Lab
May 11, 2024

Ever felt complete dread and fear at the thought of stepping up to deliver a presentation? If so, you’re not alone. The fear of public speaking is more common than you might think, but with the right presentation skills , it’s a hurdle that can be overcome.

In this article, we’ll help you master basic confidence-building techniques and conquer advanced communication strategies for engaging presentations. We’ll explore how body language and eye contact can make or break your connection with your audience; delve into preparation techniques like dealing with filler words and nervous habits; discuss tailoring content for different audiences; and much more.

Whether you’re prepping for job interviews or gearing up for big presentations, being prepared is key. With adequate practice and the proper attitude, you can crush your speech or presentation!

Mastering the Basics of Presentation Skills

Presentation skills are not just about speaking in front of a crowd. It’s also about effective communication, audience engagement, and clarity. Mastering these skills can be transformative for everyone, from students to corporate trainers.

Building Confidence in Presentations

Becoming confident when presenting is no small feat. But fear not. Even those who feel jittery at the mere thought of public speaking can become masters with practice and patience. Just remember: stage fright is common and overcoming it is part of the process towards becoming an effective presenter.

Taking deep breaths before you start helps calm nerves while visualizing success aids in building confidence. Also, know that nobody minds if you take a moment to gather your thoughts during your presentation—everybody minds more if they cannot understand what you’re saying because you’re rushing.

The Role of Practice in Enhancing Presentation Skills

In line with old wisdom, practice indeed makes perfect, especially when improving presentation skills. Consistent rehearsals allow us to fine-tune our delivery methods like maintaining eye contact or controlling body language effectively.

You’ll learn better control over filler words through repeated drills. Plus, the extra practice can help you troubleshoot any technical glitches beforehand, saving you the sudden panic during your actual presentations.

Remember that great presenters were once beginners too. Continuous effort will get you there sooner rather than later.

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Body Language and Eye Contact in Presentations

The effectiveness of your presentation can hinge on more than just the words you say. Just as important is your body language .

Impact of Posture on Presentations

Your posture speaks volumes before you utter a word. Standing tall exudes confidence while slouching could signal nervousness or lack of preparation.

If there’s one lesson to take away from our YouTube channel , it’s this: good presenters know their message but great ones feel it through every fiber (or muscle) of their being. The audience can sense that energy when they see open body language rather than crossed arms.

Maintaining Eye Contact During Your Presentation

Eyes are often called windows to the soul for a reason. They’re communication powerhouses. Making eye contact helps build trust with your audience members and keeps them engaged throughout your speech.

Avoid staring at note cards or visual aids too much as this might give an impression that you’re unprepared or uncertain about your chosen topic. Instead, aim to maintain eye contact between 50% of the time during presentations. This commonly accepted “50/70 rule” will help you exhibit adequate confidence to your audience.

If stage fright has gotten a hold on you, take deep breaths before you start speaking in order to stay calm. Make sure that fear doesn’t disrupt your ability to maintain eye-contact during presentations.

If body language and eye contact still feel like a lot to manage during your big presentation, remember our golden rule: nobody minds small mistakes. It’s how you handle questions or mishaps that truly makes a difference—so stay positive and enthusiastic.

Preparation Techniques for Successful Presentations

Presentation skills are like a craft that requires meticulous preparation and practice. Aspects like visual aids and time management contribute to the overall effectiveness of your delivery.

The first step towards delivering an impactful presentation is research and organization. The content should be well-researched, structured logically, and presented in simple language. This will make sure you deliver clear messages without any room for misinterpretation.

Dealing with Filler Words and Nervous Habits

Nervous habits such as excessive use of filler words can distract from your message. Luckily, there are plenty of strategies that can address these issues. For instance, try taking deep breaths before speaking or using note cards until fluency is achieved. In addition, practice regularly to work on eliminating these verbal stumbling blocks.

Avoiding Distractions During Presentations

In a digital age where distractions abound, maintaining focus during presentations has become an even more crucial part of the preparation process. This video by motivational speaker Brain Tracy provides insights on how one could achieve this level of focus required for effective presentations.

Maintaining Confidence Throughout Your Presentation

Confidence comes from thorough understanding of the chosen topic combined with regular practice sessions before the big day arrives. Make use of note cards or cue cards as needed but avoid reading from them verbatim.

Taking control over stage fright starts by arriving early at the venue so that you familiarize yourself with the surroundings, which generally calms nerves down considerably. So next time you feel nervous before a big presentation, remember—thorough preparation can make all the difference.

Engaging Your Audience During Presentations

Connecting with your audience during presentations is an art, and mastering it can take your presentation skills to the next level. Making the message conveyed reach an emotional level is essential, not just conveying facts.

Understanding Your Target Audience

The first step towards engaging your audience is understanding them. Tailor the content of your presentation to their needs and interests. Speak in their language—whether that be professional jargon or everyday slang—to establish rapport and ensure comprehension.

An effective presenter understands who they’re speaking to, what those individuals care about, and how best to communicate complex ideas understandably.

Making Complex Information Understandable

Dense data or complicated concepts can lose even the most interested listener if presented ineffectively. Breaking your key points down into manageable chunks helps maintain attention while promoting retention. Analogies are especially useful for this purpose as they make unfamiliar topics more relatable.

Audience Participation & Questions: A Two-Way Street

Incorporating opportunities for audience participation encourages engagement at another level. It allows listeners to become active participants rather than passive receivers of knowledge.

Consider techniques like live polls or interactive Q&A sessions where you invite questions from attendees mid-presentation instead of saving all queries until the end.

This gives you a chance not only engage but also address any misunderstandings right on spot.

Treat each question asked as an opportunity—it’s evidence someone has been paying attention. Even challenging questions should be welcomed as they demonstrate an engaged, thoughtful audience.
Encourage participation. It can be as simple as a show of hands or the use of interactive technologies for live polling during your presentation. This keeps your audience active and invested in the content.

Remember, your presentation isn’t just about putting on a show—it’s about meaningful interaction.

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Presentation Skills in Specific Contexts

Whether you’re nailing your next job interview, presenting an exciting marketing campaign, or delivering insightful educational content, the context matters. Let’s take a look.

The Art of Job Interviews

A successful job interview often hinges on effective communication and confidence. Here, the target audience is usually small but holds significant influence over your future prospects. Body language plays a crucial role; maintain eye contact to show sincerity and interest while open body language communicates approachability.

Bullet points summarizing key experiences are also helpful for quick recall under pressure. This allows you to present your chosen topic with clarity and positive enthusiasm without relying heavily on note or cue cards.

Pitching in Public Relations & Marketing

In public relations (PR) and marketing contexts, presentations need to capture attention quickly yet hold it long enough to deliver key messages effectively. Visual aids are valuable tools here—they help emphasize points while keeping the audience engaged.

Your aim should be highlighting presentation benefits that resonate with potential clients or partners, making them feel as though ignoring such opportunities would mean missing out big time.

Educational Presentations

An educational setting demands its own unique set of presentation skills where deep understanding trumps flashy visuals. You must make complex information understandable without oversimplifying essential details—the use of analogies can be beneficial here.

Keeping the audience’s attention is critical. Encourage questions and participation to foster a more interactive environment, enhancing learning outcomes for all audience members.

Tips for Becoming a Great Presenter

No single method is suitable for everyone when it comes to speaking in public. However, incorporating continuous improvement and practice into your routine can make you an exceptional presenter.

Tailor Your Presentation to Your Audience

Becoming an excellent speaker isn’t just about delivering information; it’s also about making a connection with the audience. So make sure that you’re taking setting, audience, and topic into consideration when crafting your presentation. What works for one audience may not work for another, so be sure to adapt your presentation styles according to the occasion in order to be truly effective.

The Power of Practice

The art of mastering public speaking skills requires practice —and lots of it . To become a great presenter, focus on improving communication skills through practice and feedback from peers or mentors. Try to seek feedback on every speech delivered and incorporate those pointers in your future presentations. Over time, this cycle of delivery-feedback-improvement significantly enhances your ability to connect with audiences and convey ideas effectively.

If you’re looking for examples of good speakers, our speech breakdowns on YouTube provide excellent examples of experienced presenters who masterfully utilize speaking techniques. Analyzing their strategies could give you great ideas for enhancing your own style.

Finding Your Style

A crucial part of captivating any audience lies in how you deliver the message rather than the message itself. Developing a unique presentation style lets you stand out as an engaging speaker who commands attention throughout their talk. Through — you guessed it — practice, you can develop a personal presentation style that resonates with listeners while showcasing your expertise on the chosen topic.

Your body language plays a pivotal role here: open gestures communicate confidence and enthusiasm towards your subject matter, two qualities essential for keeping audiences hooked. Similarly, using vocal variety adds dynamism to speeches by emphasizing points when needed or creating suspense during storytelling parts of your talk.

Cultivating Passion & Enthusiasm

Showcasing genuine passion for the subject helps keep listeners engaged throughout even lengthy presentations. Sharing stories related to the topic or expressing excitement about sharing knowledge tends to draw people in more than mere data recitation ever could.

Recognize that everybody is distinctive; don’t expect identical results from every speaker. The path to becoming a great presenter involves recognizing your strengths and working tirelessly on areas that need improvement.

FAQs on Presentation Skills

What are good presentation skills.

Good presentation skills include a clear message, confident delivery, engaging body language, audience understanding, and interaction. They also involve effective preparation and practice.

What are the 5 steps of presentation skills?

The five steps of presenting include: planning your content, preparing visual aids if needed, practicing the delivery aloud, performing it with confidence, and finally post-presentation reflection for improvements.

What are the 5 P’s of presentation skills?

The five P’s stand for Preparation (researching your topic), Practice (rehearsing your talk), Performance (delivering with confidence), Posture (standing tall), and Projection (using a strong voice).

What are your presentation skills?

Your personal set of abilities to deliver information effectively is what we call your presentation skill. It can encompass public speaking ability, clarity in speech or writing as well as visual communication talent.

Mastering presentation skills isn’t an overnight process, but practice and perseverance will put you well on your way to becoming an effective speaker.

You’ve learned that confidence plays a crucial role in effective presentations, so take deep breaths, make eye contact, and keep your body language open. As always, preparation is key. Tackle filler words head-on and get comfortable with visual aids for impactful storytelling.

Remember the importance of audience engagement — it’s all about understanding their needs and tailoring your content accordingly. This way, complex information turns into digestible insights.

Above all else: practice! After all, nothing beats experience when it comes to improving public speaking abilities.

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Many people who are otherwise confident presenters get nervous when they know that other experts will be in the audience. They think that when they’re the presenter they should know more about the topic than anyone else.

Some presenters focus so much on the other experts, that the presentation goes over the heads of everyone else in the audience.

Here are the secrets to speaking to an audience – with experts in the room.

1. You don’t have to know more than anyone else

Let go of the belief that you should know more about your topic than anyone else in the audience. That’s an unrealistic assumption and will set you up to be a nervous wreck by the time of the presentation.

2. Plan with the majority of the audience in mind

When you first start planning your presentation, plan with the majority of your audience in mind. Forget about the experts. Forget about the newbies.

3. Tweak for the newbies

Go through your presentation and look for any jargon, terms of art and acronyms that they might not instantly understand. Add an explanation. This will only take a few seconds and will ensure that they can stay on track with you. Sometimes the experts in the room will say – oh I didn’t realise what that acronym stood for – so it can be useful for everyone.

4. Tweak for the experts

Let go of having to say something new or surprising to them. You can’t – they know all the facts and figures. And if you try and impress them in this way, you’ll quickly lose the rest of your audience. Instead impress them with the way that you explain your topic. For example, use a metaphor which hasn’t been used before. Have them say to themselves: “I hadn’t thought about it that way before” or “That’s an excellent way of explaining that concept.”

So you can deliver a presentation which is useful and engaging for every person in the room. What tips do you have for speaking with experts in the room?

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Don’t forget to include the experts in the discussions. Solicit their opinions and you will connect with them. Plus, there is a very good chance that they will add a great deal of value for everyone involved.

On the other hand if you alienate them they can make your life miserable;)

Love the blog, Jeff

Good points Jeff – experts can be a tremendous resource in the room. And thanks for your comment on the blog. Olivia

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As part of our collaborative and guest-obsessed team, you help us create an experience that makes guests say “I love Target!” When you work at Target, you’re helping every family discover the joy in everyday life. You’re working alongside a dedicated team that brings their passion and pride to all that they do. We delight our guests with area experts ready to assist with items that are instock and priced accurately ensuring guests have an enjoyable experience both in stores and online.

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Experts of operations, process and efficiency who enable a consistent experience for our guests by ensuring product is set, in-stock, accurately priced and signed on the sales floor. The General Merchandise and Food Sales team leads inbound, outbound, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing, and promotional signing processes for all GM areas of the store. This team leads Food & Beverage, and Food Service, providing a fresh and food safe experience. Experts enable efficient delivery to our guests by owning pick, pack, and ship fulfillment work.

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Presentation Expert can provide you with the:

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience supporting a guest-first culture across the store.
Experience in retail business fundamentals: department sales trends, inventory management, process efficiency and improvement.
Experience executing daily/weekly workload to support business priorities and deliver on sales goals.

As a Presentation Expert, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

Greet and service guests as you complete workload with minimal guest disruption.
Deliver accurate and timely merchandise transitions for all areas of the store; adhere to street dates for new merchandise.
Ensure all signing, including promotional and planogrammed ISM, is set accurately when the transition is completed.
Ensure areas are guest ready and maintain presentation standards as you complete scheduled workload. This includes keeping the salesfloor fully stocked, backstocking excess product and fixtures, zoning, signing and labeling accurately.
Understand how operational procedures, like planogram (POG) ties, product capacities and salesfloor quantities impact shortage, profitability, in store replenishment and inventory accuracy.
Appropriately use and care for in-store and personal protective equipment; follow equipment control guidelines.
Ensure displays are in proper working condition and re-order, if necessary.
Have dedicated ownership of select GM areas to ensure sales floor is full, in stock and accurately signed for guests.
Conduct weekly price change workload for all GM categories.
Complete scans and system audit functions to ensure inventory accuracy.
Support guest services such as back up cashier, Order Pick Up (OPU) and Drive Up (DU).
Accurately execute all pulls (i.e. daily autofills, CAFs, planogram, out of stock, EXFs, manuals and guest requests) and backstock product from GM efficiently and timely.
Complete all backroom daily and weekly audits.
Operate power equipment only if certified.
Maintain backroom and fixture room organization, location accuracy and follow equipment guidelines.
Execute processes accurately with attention to detail, monitor own progress and accurately prioritize tasks.
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest.
Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
All other duties based on business needs.

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We might be a great match if:

Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests.
Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That’s why we love working at Target.
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How to Speak as an Expert to Non-Experts: Lessons Learned Working with Teams of Scientists

For many presenters delivering an engaging presentation is a formidable challenge, but if you are an expert in your field you may feel like you face even more of an uphill battle. It seems the more technical the material, the more likely it is that you will speak over the heads of your audience and lose them in the process.

Over the years, I have worked with many clients in the biotech and pharma space. When I am asked to provide training it is most often for the experts within the company - almost always the scientists. The HR director says something like, "these people are amazing, experts in their field, but between you and me, when they present, we have no idea what they are talking about. It is a 'data dump' and simply over everyone's head."

I've discovered the problem is not one-sided. Not only is the audience frustrated they cannot understand or follow the material, in my conversations with experts they too struggle with how they can connect their research and data to the audience. With very few exceptions no one wants to give an uninspiring presentation, and technical experts certainly have a desire to explain their material in a way that is engaging and impactful to the listener.

Here’s the tension the expert faces: while they want to engage the audience, they do not want to overly simplify their research or data.

The presentation must be simple enough to be understood, yet not so simplistic that it undermines the significance of the data and technical details. The good news is that it is entirely possible to present technical information with integrity, but it requires the presenter to shift their approach.

A Mindset Shift

If you are an expert, your work and life is about technical things. You spend your time in the trenches, researching and developing utilizing complex methods. When it is time to present, it is easy to think your task is to explain everything you do and know to the audience. If you attempt to accomplish this, however, you will find yourself frustrated with a dispassionate audience each time you speak.

In order to connect with your audience, you must embrace the idea that when you speak it is not about the research - it is about them. The goal of presenting is not to download everything you know into the minds of the listener, the goal is for you as the presenter is to connect with the audience, and then to connect the audience to your ideas.

As the expert, you should not attempt to tell them everything you know, rather you should ask the question, “what is most helpful for this audience to know” and then share only that information.

The Shift in Motion

In 2020 I worked with a global pharmaceutical company to prepare speakers for an upcoming internal conference. The purpose of the conference was to create excitement company-wide around some break though developments in research. This research brought the company significantly closer to curing some terrible diseases. The conference included 20+ scientists sharing their research. Each presenter was a gifted researcher and their work quite technical.

The audience for the conference was mixed. Many scientists, for sure, but all departments were to be a part of the audience - HR, accounting, sales, etc. The fear among the leadership was the scientific presentations would be so technical the audience would be checking email and crushing candy throughout the entire conference. This fear was not only for the employees who were not directly involved in research, but also for the other scientists in attendance. It turns out even experts can find the work of other experts quite boring.

Boredom here was not a viable option. Quite literally this company’s work saves lives. The conference exists because it is vital that employees across all departments experience unity around the overall direction of the research and excitement around how close the team is to having drugs ready for the marketplace.

With this in mind, I went to work meeting with each presenter to review their material and design presentations that would connect with a non-expert audience while not betraying the seriousness of the science.

Three months after the conference I was working with a new client from this same company. During one of our sessions, she asked me, "are you the one who coached the presenters for the conference last spring?" When I replied yes, she paused for a moment and said, "oh, well that explains why those presentations were so good." Her reaction was consistent with the many positive evaluations submitted about the presentations.

So, how did we do it? How did we take experts delivering technical information and connect to a wide audience?

Here are a few tips if you are an expert looking to connect with non-experts:

‍ Speak to the Least Technical Person in the Room

If you speak to the least technical person in the room then you include everyone in your presentation. This requires you to think through your audience, which will only help you connect with the whole.

One practical way to accomplish this is to think through the terms and language you use. For example, every company and area of expertise has its own set of acronyms and using them in a presentation effectively alienates a segment of any audience. As you prepare ask yourself, “is there language or technical terms in my presentation that the least technical person in the room would not immediately understand?” If so, consider changing your language or saying a full phrase instead of the acronym to include the entirety of the audience.

‍ Focus on One Thing

As we stated earlier, if you are an expert you do not want to be simplistic when you speak – that is, to ignore the complexity of the work that you do. But, if you want to connect with your audience you do need to find a simple, clear way to present the information.

An effective way to accomplish this, is to focus on one thing. Ask yourself, if I ran into someone two weeks after this presentation, what is the one thing I hope they would remember? This makes your preparation more effective by allowing you to focus on presenting one key idea with great clarity rather than feeling the pressure to present multiple complex ideas, which will inevitably leave the audience overwhelmed.

In 1996 famed MIT mathematician and philosopher Gian-Carlo Rota delivered a talk entitled, "Ten Lessons I Wish I Had Been Taught." Lesson number 1 is this - "Every lecture should state one main point and repeat it over and over." Rota went on to say, "an audience is like a herd of cows, moving slowly in the direction they are being driven towards. [When we present more than one idea] the cows will scatter all over the field. The audience will lose interest and everyone will go back to the thoughts they interrupted in order to come to our lecture."

It takes more effort to be clear than complex.

When you center your presentation on one idea you gain clarity.

‍ Use Metaphor and Personal Stories to Illustrate your Idea

Metaphor and stories are effective ways to explain complicated ideas to a novice audience. As an expert getting ready to present, take a look at the points in your presentation and ask yourself, “what is this like?”

If you are saying something is small, is it small like a thimble compared to the moon or like a sedan compared to an SUV? If you are explaining a process, is there some common life experience you can compare this process to? Is it like learning to ride a bike or cooking a meal?

One presenter for the conference above was excited about her research. Her team successfully created a cell that functioned in a variety of ways. The possibilities this research opened were very exciting. I asked her what this cell was like, and after thinking for a bit she said it was kind of like a swiss army knife. The official name of the cell is a combination of numbers and letters no one outside of the research would remember. And yet, when she referred to this cell as the “swiss army knife” of cells, the audience connected and remembered.

Once you have a metaphor, ask, “do I have a personal story I can share? For example, if you add a personal story to the metaphor above about the time your grandpa gave you a swiss army knife, you will only increase your connection with your audience and their connection with your idea.

‍ Allow for Questions

Allowing time for questions is an effective way to include the entire audience in your presentation.

If you have done well speaking to the person with the least amount of knowledge in the room, then they will feel comfortable asking questions to bring about further clarification.

If someone with greater expertise wishes you would have gone into more detail this is their opportunity to ask you to dig deeper. In your response recognize that you’re about to share technical information. Say something like, “I realize not everyone in the room will understand this, but to answer your question . . .” Those who are less technical will be glad you acknowledged their presence.

Presenting as an expert to non-experts can be a challenge, but it is possible for an expert to inspire a less technical audience. Above all, as you prepare your presentation, remember, it’s about them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some practical examples or anecdotes of how the 'translator' role can be effectively applied in real-life interactions with non-experts?

Practical examples of the "translator" role in action can offer valuable insights into effective communication with non-experts. For instance, consider a scenario where a medical researcher explains the results of a clinical trial to a group of patients. The translator might use analogies or everyday language to describe how the treatment works, comparing it to something familiar like how a car engine functions. This helps the patients grasp the key points without getting lost in technical details.

How can someone develop the skill of simplifying technical language without losing the essence or accuracy of the message?

‍ Developing the skill of simplifying technical language while maintaining accuracy requires a deep understanding of the subject matter and the audience. One approach is to focus on the core concepts and identify key analogies or metaphors that resonate with the audience's experiences. For instance, a physicist explaining the concept of black holes to a general audience might compare it to a giant vacuum cleaner in space, sucking in everything around it. This simplification retains the essence of the phenomenon while making it accessible. ‍

Are there common pitfalls or challenges to be aware of when communicating with non-experts, and how can they be overcome?

Common challenges when communicating with non-experts often include assumptions about their prior knowledge, differing levels of interest, or potential resistance to complex information. To overcome these challenges, it's crucial to start with empathy and active listening. Tailoring the message to the audience's needs and interests, using relatable examples, and inviting questions can foster engagement and understanding. Additionally, being aware of one's own biases or language barriers can help in crafting clearer and more inclusive communication strategies.

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Published on February 9, 2021

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PowerPoint experts are what everyone wants to be, especially those who wish to apply as a PowerPoint designer at a presentation design service or those who want to dive deep into PowerPoint for their business needs.

Not only working at a presentation design service to becoming a PowerPoint designer and for your freelance business.

But, becoming an expert in designing PowerPoint is not an easy task. It requires technical skills besides presentation skills. The ways may vary from each presentation experience we will make and present.

Indeed, PowerPoint is a very versatile tool. This software offers several options that help us convey the message impactfully.

The impactfulness itself comes with PowerPoint’s ability to choose colors, fonts, icons, graphic elements we use, and so on.

What are the capabilities of PowerPoint experts?

PowerPoint designers may undertake different competencies from other teams , which may involve:

Helps internal or external clients to identify the goal of their presentation
Takes content outlines and visualizes slides based on the design trends
Curates imageries and videos that help clients understand the key message
Develops the data visualizations on each presentation slide, like charts, infographics, illustrations, and iconography
Collaborates with stakeholders through multiple steps of revisions to ensure the slides run entirely
Take on project management within specific teams to ensure that the final PowerPoint design meets the goal
Optimizes video and image to guarantee crisp imagery even at the smallest file size
Creates master slide layouts to assist the advancement of slides

In short, a PowerPoint designer focuses on the graphic design niche in visualizing presentation content to allow the audiences to understand it instantly and memorize it longer.

What are some fundamental things to becoming PowerPoint experts?

The fundamental principle in making a PowerPoint presentation is to consider how it will help your audiences understand the materials.

Simply put, it is not just about our presentation design service looking good, smart, or cool. Here are the three golden rules of PowerPoint presentations to bear in mind.

By knowing these fundamental things, you can make them:

The text should be readable, and the images should relate to the topic and be easy to interpret.

Keep reducing the content until the minimum words or images convey the proposed message.

Focuses on the subject and relevant design based on the scope and deletes anything not applicable.

The point is to understand that you are making a PowerPoint presentation based on the support materials and not just a PowerPoint presentation.

PowerPoint is a tool. Nothing more. You are the expert one.

Understand graphic design basic

Because PowerPoint experts focus on visualizing content to tell a story and represent a brand, it is necessary to grasp the basic design and branding principles.

If you don’t know the basics of design, you need to learn them to ensure that you can deliver effective presentations for your clients.

The graphic design basic includes:

The shape of components can conduct purpose. For example, a curved shape looks more appealing than a pointed shape.

Indeed, we can mesmerize our audiences by creating a variety of icons.

The element size is dependent. It can adjust in proportion depending on different factors. When designing our decks, remember that the various elements are also essential.

Consider thinking about them like icon size, resolution, and the perspective of details on the layout.

We can use color, shape, and size in harmony to give the concept of contrast. Use contrast to discover elements. We can see the difference when the features are going on in comparison.

In other words, one piece might look small by itself, but it seems huge compared with the small parts next to it.

Proximity is a robust design fundamental for arranging similar elements, changing one optical unit rather than any specific one.

Like proximity, precise alignment formulates a sense of wholeness and connection to keep our design balanced and suitable for any presentation design.

It is also known as consistency, and repetition is about repeating design elements to add visual excitement and indicate the style we want to keep in our presentation.

Aspiring presentation designers should follow those graphic design basics to become successful PowerPoint experts.

Set the mood boards

After organizing our content, we can set mood boards to visualize our presentation design. Also, creating mood boards can improve our presentation’s look, feel, and tone.

Mood boards of presentation design are commonly composed of the following:

We can use color in a whole variety of spaces. Color presents significance for the attractiveness and usability of an interface.

The colors are divisible into three-dimensional, such as hue, saturation, and value.

Hue : The colors on a spectrum vary from red, orange, yellow, and green.
Saturation : Color transforms from grey to vivid. For example, a greenish-grey and a vivid green have the same blend but have a distinct saturation level. The greenish-grey has a low saturation with the spread of grey color.
Value : Colors adjust from dark to light. For example, dark red and pink have the same hue but have different meanings, darkness, and light.

Detailed contrasts are possible, but the misuse of colors can damage its interface.

Also, remember that some users may be inadequate in identifying colors due to disabilities.

According to the specialist, people are six times more likely to learn visuals than text. However, including images on the slides are insufficient.

Then these four points will bring you to visualize the slides with images correctly.

White space
One image per slide
The rule of thirds
High-quality images

Need top-quality pictures to free download? You can open the Freepik for free or premium stock photos instead.

If you want to go full-screen, we recommend finding images of at least 1,000 pixels.

Icons are of high symbolic value to express ideas and messages without words. Our audiences don’t have time to see everything they view entirely.

With graphic icons, we can scan and skim while ensuring the message to convey. Indeed, the icons quickly tell our audiences what the point is about.

Font pairing

Let’s imagine a speech where the speaker is in a monotonous and rigid tone when speaking. There is a lack of style, speed, and enthusiasm.

Sounds boring, right? It also happens to the fonts. It would be better if we had different fonts to add a lot of taste to our presentation.

Consider using at least three fonts to keep it cool. If not, it will end up messy.

After learning graphic design basics to visualize content, it is essential to understand how to use PowerPoint as a helpful design tool.

This tool is potent for making presentations.

Don’t just learn the tool; improve your soft skills too

It takes a wide range of design, technical, project management, and client management skills to be successful PowerPoint experts.

Those skills include:

Attention to detail in client demands, scenarios, design guidelines, and communication
Able to work under pressure
Focus on the customer’s objectives to ensure client satisfaction
Have the willingness to collaborate with the clients to create the best possible outcome for each presentation

As PowerPoint experts, it’s essential to learn how to behave accordingly to satisfy everyone who works.

Sketch the storyboard

A storyboard is a picture of how we plan our presentation deck to go. Just like the content and even our designs still need a strategy.

Storyboards are essential to participating as they help us create a slide without effort. We can start making a story and outline a beginning, a middle, and an end.

The pitch deck should be a visual improvement of the audience’s experience.

Find inspiration, research, and practice

Designing a presentation will not go well without examining knowledge with in-depth research. Let’s get more ideas here and outside to develop it better.

Then, don’t stop discovering the trials of your design skill. However, if you are puzzled, there are many places that you can visit for your presentation design inspiration.

Some examples include RRpicks , Dribbble Behance, and Creative Market.

Manage content

Sometimes, we make mistakes when designing the slides without creating an outline. This fault makes our topic and ideas useless and hard to comprehend.

Finally, it will become harder to develop it. One plan to maintain the content is to create an outline to make it clear and concise.

After selecting the details, start organizing them to transition from one to another smoothly, and make sure that you only provide one idea per slide.

Everyone gets confused with an ocean of information.

There is also a valid reason behind this.

Low memory can occur when our audiences split their attention between interpreting the text on the slide and listening to our speech.

Must think about these outlines:

Recognize the main points
Specify one slide per point idea
Develop the details like the sub-points or put them under the notes as evidence

Therefore, ‘less is more’ will appear on presentation slides. It boils down to crumbling the content so our audiences can read and keep up with it.

Create a simple slide

We use complete sentences to define the main concepts when delivering a presentation. After all, it builds a wall of text that would make the eyes glaze over.

Audiences go for listening, not reading. Don’t cover whole parts of the content in one slide. One slide should only highlight one topic.

The less text we use, the greater the visual slide we produce.

Develop top-quality graphics

Adding a low-quality picture will instantly let your audience lose interest in our performance quicker.

Use stock photography, icons, and animations (in a limited manner) if you genuinely want your presentation to be unique and charming.

Be interactional

We can make polls and Q&A sessions into conversations to involve the audiences, know their questions, and see the most attractive concepts.

This interaction increases our audience’s action, and feedback will help us develop our content. It is content.

It is a winning solution to create our slide better.

Build closeness with audiences

If we have the time to do one task, use it to build a connection between us and our audiences. They are the ones that will get benefit from it.

Plus, put ourselves in the audience’s shoes and visualize what they want to get from your presentation.

Tell them who we are
Tell them why we are there
Tell them why they are there
Respect the audience’s response

Try also to think about how our audiences understand the material.

Then, think about how we streamline the connection between audiences and the material.

Be consistent!

Decide on the overall design by analyzing typography, imagery, and colors.

If your business has an essential style guide, it is only a matter of practicing the slides’ elements. But if you are practicing them from scratch, that is great.

Use it as an occasion to learn a thing or two about font pairing. Let’s say you are a fashion retailer. Take a look at the elegant and sophisticated typography .

Play with classic and modern ones.

Think of the combination of Bodoni, an old favorite for fashion magazine headings, and Montserrat as a relative newcomer that provides contrast.

If possible, you can also create icons that complement each other. And if you add a black and white model, keep it with the same theme completely. Consistency is key.

Create a portfolio of your work

As PowerPoint experts, your portfolio is your asset.

It is vital to create a robust and illustrative portfolio that will vibrate your client’s needs and inspire confidence in your client’s ability.

Market yourself competitively

We need to discover how to market its service competitively as a PowerPoint designer so that your clients can see and hire you easily.

They may find you via social media, a freelance platform, SEO , and ads.

Once they spot you, you can use your killer portfolio and customer reviews to carry your skills and make your presentation design service powerful to your clients.

Create a convincing client experience

After you catch your potential clients, you must learn how to produce a great and efficient client experience.

One that can minimize edit and improve the delivery speed is to excite clients to work with you on future projects.

Also, it makes clients wandering followers who recommend you and leave beautiful reviews. Those actions will help you win and get more clients.

Improve your offering and prices

Over time, a PowerPoint designer should continue to cultivate its offerings.

Ask yourself first: Which clients do you enjoy working on the most? Which can deliver them fastly?

You can find your ideal clients more efficiently by breaking down those questions. Knowing their specific needs will enable you to have their projects more efficiently and improve your revenue.

Use customizable templates to save time

Spend some time searching online for the right kind of template that fits your subject.

It will make your presentation stand out and lend an air of authenticity to your work.

Business and education presentations are the best pitch deck template and the most popular presentation design for informational purposes.

Become a freelancer

Why don’t you try to be a freelancer ? This is an excellent opportunity for beginners.

You can offer your design services to your friends who need a presentation template.

Apart from that, you can promote your service through social media platforms.

Don’t give up, and good luck!

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The last improvement you can perform on your PowerPoint skill is starting your opportunity to apply for a PowerPoint designer position at a presentation design service.

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What is Presentation Training?

Posted by Belinda Huckle | On November 23, 2020 | In Presentation Training, Tips & Advice

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2. presentation structure, 3. presentation delivery, 4. audience engagement, 5. visual aids, 6. managing nerves, so, what is presentation training , and follow us on social media for some more great presentation tips:.

This might sound like a simple question, with an obvious answer. But is it? What is p resentation training?!

Businesses come to us almost every day and say ‘We would like to book some presentation training for our team. Can you help?’ The obvious answer, being business presentation skills experts, is ‘Yes, we can, and we’d love to help!’. But do businesses really know what they’re asking?

When we drill down and ask them to elaborate they often find it difficult to articulate details around why their people want/need the training. Other than perhaps to say something relatively vague like ‘Our people need to be more confident when they’re presenting’ or ‘Our team need s to deliver better presentations’.

So, we thought it might be useful to share with the broader L&D community, and indeed anyone in business, what presentation training is.

We know from our many years’ of experience coaching exclusively in business presentation skills that both confidence, and delivering better presentations, come by getting all the key elements of what makes a good presenter and presentation sorted. Rather than by confidence being instilled as a thing in itself, or by people being given some ‘acting’ tips for standing up in front of an audience.

So, what are these key elements? We believe there are 6 of them; 6 key pillars of successful presentation training.

The 6 pillars of presentation training

It doesn’t matter how amazing the content is, or how confident the presenter is, if the information for the presentation isn’t tailored specifically for the audience it will fall flat.

This first step in presenting is absolutely crucial, regardless of whether you’re a CEO presenting downwards or outwards, or a Graduate presenting upwards or across. The most successful presenters are those that place themselves firmly in the shoes of their audience (i.e. by recognising their audience’s level of knowledge, their feelings about the subject, their concerns about what’s being proposed, the level of detail they prefer, and so on) even before they begin putting together any of their content. They then use these insights to carefully target their message in the most meaningful and relevant way possible to the people they are presenting to.

Most people know about the importance of presentation structure but many will admit that whilst they have the basics right, their narrative still doesn’t flow as well as it could, their message isn’t as effectively crystalised as it should be and the key takeaways aren’t as clearly emphasised as they need to be.

If you like, presentation structure is the engine of a car. In our view most people are using presentation structures from 20 or 30 years ago. That might be fine – but who wants to be driving a car with an engine that’s 25 years old when there is a far smarter, more efficient and effective engine that could be used instead?

At SecondNature we have developed a Presentation Mapper TM methodology that transforms people’s message clarity, impact and persuasiveness. Even seasoned presenters say our Mapper TM approach has taken their effectiveness as communicators to a whole new level.

Training in how to deliver a presentation is what many people mean when they use the words ‘presentation training’. Many businesses’ focus is for training to help their people deliver better . They want their people to become confident , open, relaxed, inspiring and authoritative presenters, with gravitas, charisma and presence.

Developing people’s delivery skills ( face-to-face or online ) is certainly important. But presentation training should not just be about how to deliver a presentation at the expense of learning how to create and structure relevant, impactful persuasive presentations. At the end of the day, effective presenters are those that combine style and substance!

Delivery skills are about the ‘style’ part. And this is where presentation training can use techniques to affect how well a presenter comes across and is received by their audience – like how to use pausing , use their voice and how to communicate using body language, gestures, eye connection, movement and so on.

At SecondNature we believe in helping people develop their own unique, powerful and authentic delivery style. A style that they are comfortable with, so they can influence, even inspire, an audience.

Always remember that delivery (style) is only one part of a great presentation!

Presentation training help this presenter engage the audience

Very few people enjoy sitting in a presentation and being talked at. Instead they prefer to be communicated with. Fully engaging an audience and making them feel part of the journey or story, even if they aren’t able to actually participate (e.g. when there are hundreds of people in the audience or on a VC call) is a skill every good presenter needs to master.

The good news is that audience engagement skills are not hard to learn. The bad news is that most people don’t make this a priority. We think that’s a mistake. It’s a mistake because presenters lose out on the opportunity to fully connect with their listeners. And also because the more audience engagement there is the more both the audience and the presenter enjoy the experience. So, learning eff ective audience engagement techniques is a win-win for the presenter and those they are presenting to.

Everyone knows the difference between slides that engage and excite them versus those that send them to sleep. Becoming a skilled slide designer is a craft that can take years to learn. None-the-less all of us should know the essential principles behind effective slide design. If you like, the crucial Dos and the Do Not ’ s. You don’t need to be a Mac whizz to put these simple principles into practise. And why wouldn’t you? Bad slides can destroy a great presentation and completely undermine a great presenter. So, understanding the principles of good slide deck design should always be a part of any presentation training.

Presentation training could help this presenter overcome nerves

Let’s be clear. Nerves are not a bad thing. In fact, nerves show we care (versus being complacent or arrogant). And nervous energy can have many benefits. They can make us sharper, more focussed, disciplined and on ‘on point’. The issue is when our negative nervous energy overtakes our positive nervous energy . That’s where coaching can help to calm nerves . Unfortunately, there isn’t a silver bullet to managing negative nervous energy. That’s because the causes, and the solutions, vary from person to person.

Examples of why people are excessively and negatively nervous can include that presenting is a new thing for them; or that they’re under-prepared, or don’t feel their content is going to be relevant. Or that they’ve had a bad experience in the past, or they’re worried about the tech falling over (very common these days with online presenting). Or they’re concerned they’ll be asked a challenging question that they won’t know the answer to. Or that they think they’ll get tongue tied, or will have a brain freeze. Or simply that they’re scared the audience won’t like them.

All these causes are valid. And all of these causes, with the right coaching, can be overcome. But you can see that a blanket approach won’t work – because everyone is different. Hence why, even in a group presentation skills training workshop, everyone needs to have plenty of individual practise time, as well as detailed and personalised feedback guidance and coaching.

In summary, expert presentation training isn’t just about instilling confidence, or developing narrow skills in one ‘pillar’. Instead presentation training is really an umbrella term that covers a wide range of intermeshing skills. Skills that fall into the above 6 pillars, and skills that with practise can add immeasurably to an individual’s career success and to the achievements of a business or organisation.

Today, learning all these skills is just as important, if not more so, for all of us presenting online.

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Belinda believes that people don’t have to change who they are to be the presenter they want to be. So she developed a coaching approach that harnesses people’s unique personality to build their own authentic presentation style and personal brand.

She has helped to transform the presentation skills of people around the world in an A-Z of organisations including Amazon, BBC, Brother, BT, CocaCola, DHL, EE, ESRI, IpsosMORI, Heineken, MARS Inc., Moody’s, Moonpig, Nationwide, Pfizer, Publicis Groupe, Roche, Savills, Triumph and Walmart – to name just a few.

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7 Steps to Delivering a Technical Presentation

June 21, 2021 - Dom Barnard

So you want to share the fruits of your technical labor with a presentation? Perhaps, you’re an engineer, a maker, a coder, or a designer, and you’re looking to discuss a research study, explain a process, or demonstrate a product.

Regardless of the agenda, speaking to a group can be intimidating. However, there are steps you can take to deliver an effective technical presentation that gets your point across and appeals to the audience.

Whether you’re presenting in person or via web conferencing software , the following tips and best practices will help you be prepared, feel more confident, and set up the tools you need to conduct your presentation without any issues.

Know your subject matter

A great presentation isn’t about reading a bunch of slides – your attendees are capable of reading much faster on their own.

If you are going to pack your slides with dozens of details and bullet points, you might as well ditch the slides and write an article instead. It’s difficult for the audience to listen to a presenter and read a lot of information at the same time.

Your job as a presenter is to be the expert that your attendees expect you to be. Keep your slides simple and minimal. In fact, 91% of people say that well-designed slides help boost their confidence when giving a presentation.

Remember that your slides are not the star of the show, you are. Help your audience understand and make sense of what they are reading in your slides. To do this, make sure you are using a suitable structure for your presentation.

You can do these things only when you’re well-versed in what you’re presenting. The slides are supposed to be your outline, or simply a table of contents to remind you what to cover during the presentation.

Know your audience

Knowing your audience is crucial for any presentation, but it’s even more important for a technical one. If your audience is as experienced and comfortable with the topic of your presentation as you are, then you don’t want to dumb it down to the extent that it bores them.

On the other hand, you don’t want to give a complex presentation to an audience with no clue of what you’re talking about.

There may also be times when your attendees are people with different levels of technical skill, experience, and interests. Then your job is to make sure that the content of your presentation is relevant and doesn’t alienate any of those segments.

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To understand how technical you need to be, consider what your audience might already know and how much is required for them to understand to meet your goal.

If your objective is to acquire funding, for instance, your audience will be more interested in financial benefits than the technical details of your product. The idea is to meet the needs of your audience, not to fuel your passion for engineering.

Configure your IDE

Since you’re delivering a technical presentation, there may be instances where you’ll want to walk your audience through your development environment, code scripts, software demos, or other technical components.

However, you may have adjusted how things look on the screen according to what’s the most convenient for your usual workflow. And what’s good for working in your day-to-day routine may not render well as you go full screen in presentation mode.

If the attendees can’t decipher what’s on the screen, they’ll get confused and will find it hard to focus on your talk. So it’s important that you customize whatever you’re going to show in your presentation such that it’s easily readable and viewable.

There are several steps you can take to make this happen. First of all, don’t use dark backgrounds. Light-colored backgrounds are easy on the eyes. Second, adjust your font styles and sizes to make sure they’re big enough.

And finally, learn to zoom in on specific areas as required, depending on whether you’re using a Windows PC or a Mac system .

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Minimize distractions

Nothing is more annoying than to keep getting disruptive notifications or popups from in the middle of your presentation. These can be from your operating system (Windows or Mac), or apps such as Slack, Email, Twitter, and more.

At times, these notifications can be personal, embarrassing, or contain confidential information that you don’t want your audience to see.

Therefore, it’s best to make sure in advance that there are no unpleasant surprises. Before you get up to give your presentation, turning off your notifications can go a long way.

This will also reduce the number of processes running on your machine and free up available resources. As a result, the resource-intensive programs that are part of your presentation will run a lot smoother. Here’s how to turn off notifications for Windows , Google Chrome , and Mac .

Get the right equipment

If you want to be a master presenter, you should have the proper tools for the job. The basics include a desktop or laptop machine with good configuration, a big display screen, presentation software (usually MS Powerpoint or Keynote), and a clicker/pointer device.

A clicking device, like the Logitech Wireless Presenter , can help you switch slides from wherever you are in the room, point to a specific part of a slide, and add an overall professional touch to your presentation.

In addition, you should have any cables (HDMI, VGA, USD, etc) and adapters required to connect the devices you are going to use for the presentation.

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If you have no idea about what will be available at your presentation venue, then carry one piece of each of the commonly used cables and adapters. You’ll thank us later.

Rehearse in advance

Practice your slides and your demo multiple times before the presentation, even if you have presented the exact same thing in the past. Do not make any assumptions about your actual presentation environment based on your practice environment.

Technologies and situations change, and you may find things that catch you off guard. Run through everything at least once the night before just to be sure.

Practice your presentations with interactive exercises .

Even better if you can record yourself during these rehearsal presentations and watch the recordings later to find areas of improvement.

Also, if you’re relying on downloading or doing something in front of the audience that may require a high-speed internet connection, don’t assume you’ll have access to such a network during your presentation. Download and install whatever you need ahead of time.

Finally, enjoy the experience

You’re giving a technical presentation, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring, or that you have to be serious all the time as you talk.

It’s okay to have fun, crack some jokes, tell a story , ask a rhetorical question or invite participation from the audience when presenting. In fact, a study showed that presentations that don’t let the audience participate see a drop of 14% in engagement.

Don’t worry too much about things going wrong. See every presentation as a dialogue with your attendees and an opportunity to learn and be a better presenter. If you are enjoying yourself, so will your audience.

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Blog Beginner Guides 8 Types of Presentations You Should Know [+Examples & Tips]

8 Types of Presentations You Should Know [+Examples & Tips]

Written by: Krystle Wong Aug 11, 2023

From persuasive pitches that influence opinions to instructional demonstrations that teach skills, the different types of presentations serve a unique purpose, tailored to specific objectives and audiences.

Presentations that are tailored to its objectives and audiences are more engaging and memorable. They capture attention, maintain interest and leave a lasting impression.

Don’t worry if you’re no designer — Whether you need data-driven visuals, persuasive graphics or engaging design elements, Venngage can empower you to craft presentations that stand out and effectively convey your message.

Venngage’s intuitive drag-and-drop interface, extensive presentation template library and customizable design options make it a valuable tool for creating slides that align with your specific goals and target audience.

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8 Different types of presentations every presenter must know

How do i choose the right type of presentation for my topic or audience, types of presentation faq, 5 steps to create a presentation with venngage .

When it comes to presentations, versatility is the name of the game. Having a variety of presentation styles up your sleeve can make a world of difference in keeping your audience engaged. Here are 8 essential presentation types that every presenter should be well-acquainted with:

1. Informative presentation

Ever sat through a presentation that left you feeling enlightened? That’s the power of an informative presentation.

This presentation style is all about sharing knowledge and shedding light on a particular topic. Whether you’re diving into the depths of quantum physics or explaining the intricacies of the latest social media trends, informative presentations aim to increase the audience’s understanding.

When delivering an informative presentation, simplify complex topics with clear visuals and relatable examples. Organize your content logically, starting with the basics and gradually delving deeper and always remember to keep jargon to a minimum and encourage questions for clarity.

Academic presentations and research presentations are great examples of informative presentations. An effective academic presentation involves having clear structure, credible evidence, engaging delivery and supporting visuals. Provide context to emphasize the topic’s significance, practice to perfect timing, and be ready to address anticipated questions.

2. Persuasive presentation

If you’ve ever been swayed by a passionate speaker armed with compelling arguments, you’ve experienced a persuasive presentation .

This type of presentation is like a verbal tug-of-war, aiming to convince the audience to see things from a specific perspective. Expect to encounter solid evidence, logical reasoning and a dash of emotional appeal.

With persuasive presentations, it’s important to know your audience inside out and tailor your message to their interests and concerns. Craft a compelling narrative with a strong opening, a solid argument and a memorable closing. Additionally, use visuals strategically to enhance your points.

Examples of persuasive presentations include presentations for environmental conservations, policy change, social issues and more. Here are some engaging presentation templates you can use to get started with:

3. Demonstration or how-to presentation

A Demonstration or How-To Presentation is a type of presentation where the speaker showcases a process, technique, or procedure step by step, providing the audience with clear instructions on how to replicate the demonstrated action.

A demonstrative presentation is particularly useful when teaching practical skills or showing how something is done in a hands-on manner.

These presentations are commonly used in various settings, including educational workshops, training sessions, cooking classes, DIY tutorials, technology demonstrations and more. Designing creative slides for your how-to presentations can heighten engagement and foster better information retention.

Speakers can also consider breaking down the process into manageable steps, using visual aids, props and sometimes even live demonstrations to illustrate each step. The key is to provide clear and concise instructions, engage the audience with interactive elements and address any questions that may arise during the presentation.

4. Training or instructional presentation

Training presentations are geared towards imparting practical skills, procedures or concepts — think of this as the more focused cousin of the demonstration presentation.

Whether you’re teaching a group of new employees the ins and outs of a software or enlightening budding chefs on the art of soufflé-making, training presentations are all about turning novices into experts.

To maximize the impact of your training or instructional presentation, break down complex concepts into digestible segments. Consider using real-life examples to illustrate each point and create a connection.

You can also create an interactive presentation by incorporating elements like quizzes or group activities to reinforce understanding.

5. Sales presentation

Sales presentations are one of the many types of business presentations and the bread and butter of businesses looking to woo potential clients or customers. With a sprinkle of charm and a dash of persuasion, these presentations showcase products, services or ideas with one end goal in mind: sealing the deal.

A successful sales presentation often has key characteristics such as a clear value proposition, strong storytelling, confidence and a compelling call to action. Hence, when presenting to your clients or stakeholders, focus on benefits rather than just features.

Anticipate and address potential objections before they arise and use storytelling to showcase how your offering solves a specific problem for your audience. Utilizing visual aids is also a great way to make your points stand out and stay memorable.

A sales presentation can be used to promote service offerings, product launches or even consultancy proposals that outline the expertise and industry experience of a business. Here are some template examples you can use for your next sales presentation:

6. Pitch presentation

Pitch presentations are your ticket to garnering the interest and support of potential investors, partners or stakeholders. Think of your pitch deck as your chance to paint a vivid picture of your business idea or proposal and secure the resources you need to bring it to life.

Business presentations aside, individuals can also create a portfolio presentation to showcase their skills, experience and achievements to potential clients, employers or investors.

Craft a concise and compelling narrative. Clearly define the problem your idea solves and how it stands out in the market. Anticipate questions and practice your answers. Project confidence and passion for your idea.

7. Motivational or inspirational presentation

Feeling the need for a morale boost? That’s where motivational presentations step in. These talks are designed to uplift and inspire, often featuring personal anecdotes, heartwarming stories and a generous serving of encouragement.

Form a connection with your audience by sharing personal stories that resonate with your message. Use a storytelling style with relatable anecdotes and powerful metaphors to create an emotional connection. Keep the energy high and wrap up your inspirational presentations with a clear call to action.

Inspirational talks and leadership presentations aside, a motivational or inspirational presentation can also be a simple presentation aimed at boosting confidence, a motivational speech focused on embracing change and more.

8. Status or progress report presentation

Projects and businesses are like living organisms, constantly evolving and changing. Status or progress report presentations keep everyone in the loop by providing updates on achievements, challenges and future plans. It’s like a GPS for your team, ensuring everyone stays on track.

Be transparent about achievements, challenges and future plans. Utilize infographics, charts and diagrams to present your data visually and simplify information. By visually representing data, it becomes easier to identify trends, make predictions and strategize based on evidence.

Now that you’ve learned about the different types of presentation methods and how to use them, you’re on the right track to creating a good presentation that can boost your confidence and enhance your presentation skills .

Selecting the most suitable presentation style is akin to choosing the right outfit for an occasion – it greatly influences how your message is perceived. Here’s a more detailed guide to help you make that crucial decision:

1. Define your objectives

Begin by clarifying your presentation’s goals. Are you aiming to educate, persuade, motivate, train or perhaps sell a concept? Your objectives will guide you to the most suitable presentation type.

For instance, if you’re aiming to inform, an informative presentation would be a natural fit. On the other hand, a persuasive presentation suits the goal of swaying opinions.

2. Know your audience

Regardless if you’re giving an in-person or a virtual presentation — delve into the characteristics of your audience. Consider factors like their expertise level, familiarity with the topic, interests and expectations.

If your audience consists of professionals in your field, a more technical presentation might be suitable. However, if your audience is diverse and includes newcomers, an approachable and engaging style might work better.

3. Analyze your content

Reflect on the content you intend to present. Is it data-heavy, rich in personal stories or focused on practical skills? Different presentation styles serve different content types.

For data-driven content, an informative or instructional presentation might work best. For emotional stories, a motivational presentation could be a compelling choice.

4. Consider time constraints

Evaluate the time you have at your disposal. If your presentation needs to be concise due to time limitations, opt for a presentation style that allows you to convey your key points effectively within the available timeframe. A pitch presentation, for example, often requires delivering impactful information within a short span.

5. Leverage visuals

Visual aids are powerful tools in presentations. Consider whether your content would benefit from visual representation. If your PowerPoint presentations involve step-by-step instructions or demonstrations, a how-to presentation with clear visuals would be advantageous. Conversely, if your content is more conceptual, a motivational presentation could rely more on spoken words.

6. Align with the setting

Take the presentation environment into account. Are you presenting in a formal business setting, a casual workshop or a conference? Your setting can influence the level of formality and interactivity in your presentation. For instance, a demonstration presentation might be ideal for a hands-on workshop, while a persuasive presentation is great for conferences.

7. Gauge audience interaction

Determine the level of audience engagement you want. Interactive presentations work well for training sessions, workshops and small group settings, while informative or persuasive presentations might be more one-sided.

8. Flexibility

Stay open to adjusting your presentation style on the fly. Sometimes, unexpected factors might require a change of presentation style. Be prepared to adjust on the spot if audience engagement or reactions indicate that a different approach would be more effective.

Remember that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and the best type of presentation may vary depending on the specific situation and your unique communication goals. By carefully considering these factors, you can choose the most effective presentation type to successfully engage and communicate with your audience.

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What are some effective ways to begin and end a presentation?

Capture your audience’s attention from the start of your presentation by using a surprising statistic, a compelling story or a thought-provoking question related to your topic.

To conclude your presentation , summarize your main points, reinforce your key message and leave a lasting impression with a powerful call to action or a memorable quote that resonates with your presentation’s theme.

How can I make my presentation more engaging and interactive?

To create an engaging and interactive presentation for your audience, incorporate visual elements such as images, graphs and videos to illustrate your points visually. Share relatable anecdotes or real-life examples to create a connection with your audience.

You can also integrate interactive elements like live polls, open-ended questions or small group discussions to encourage participation and keep your audience actively engaged throughout your presentation.

Which types of presentations require special markings

Some presentation types require special markings such as how sales presentations require persuasive techniques like emphasizing benefits, addressing objections and using compelling visuals to showcase products or services.

Demonstrations and how-to presentations on the other hand require clear markings for each step, ensuring the audience can follow along seamlessly.

That aside, pitch presentations require highlighting unique selling points, market potential and the competitive edge of your idea, making it stand out to potential investors or partners.

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Definition : A presentation is a form of communication in which the speaker conveys information to the audience. In an organization presentations are used in various scenarios like talking to a group, addressing a meeting, demonstrating or introducing a new product, or briefing a team. It involves presenting a particular subject or issue or new ideas/thoughts to a group of people.

It is considered as the most effective form of communication because of two main reasons:

Use of non-verbal cues.
Facilitates instant feedback.

Business Presentations are a tool to influence people toward an intended thought or action.

Parts of Presentation

Introduction : It is meant to make the listeners ready to receive the message and draw their interest. For that, the speaker can narrate some story or a humorous piece of joke, an interesting fact, a question, stating a problem, and so forth. They can also use some surprising statistics.
Body : It is the essence of the presentation. It requires the sequencing of facts in a logical order. This is the part where the speaker explains the topic and relevant information. It has to be critically arranged, as the audience must be able to grasp what the speaker presents.
Conclusion : It needs to be short and precise. It should sum up or outline the key points that you have presented. It could also contain what the audience should have gained out of the presentation.

Purpose of Presentation

To inform : Organizations can use presentations to inform the audience about new schemes, products or proposals. The aim is to inform the new entrant about the policies and procedures of the organization.
To persuade : Presentations are also given to persuade the audience to take the intended action.
To build goodwill : They can also help in building a good reputation

Factors Affecting Presentation

Audience Analysis

Communication environment, personal appearance, use of visuals, opening and closing presentation, organization of presentation, language and words, voice quality, body language, answering questions, a word from business jargons.

Presentation is a mode of conveying information to a selected group of people live. An ideal presentation is one that identifies and matches the needs, interests and understanding level of the audience. It also represents the facts, and figures in the form of tables, charts, and graphs and uses multiple colours.

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Presentations aim to effect change. It's essential to be clear about what change you want to see.
Powerful presenters embrace and extend empathy to seek first to understand their audience.
Substance and style both matter to create an audience-informed communication experience.
Persuasive presentations are relevant, reasoned, real, and resonant.

How many of us realize that giving a presentation or making a speech is all about persuasion , influence, and emotional intelligence ? Impactful presenters understand the power of empathy to understand and engage their audience, the efficiency and kindness of having a clear objective and message, and the importance of substance and style—all as a way to connect in a way that engages and inspires.

Much has been written on the power and behavioral science of persuasion, not least by expert Robert Cialdini. His bestselling book Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion explains seven research-based universal principles of influence .

From my experience as a leadership coach working with thousands of people worldwide, I have compiled a list of ten essentials to elevate our presentation.

1. Maintain an "other" focus. What do you know about your audience and how can you find out more? Ask yourself what kind of a speaker will appeal to your audience, what arguments are likely to resonate with them, and what feelings you want to inspire so the audience will positively respond to your ask. If your audience is predominantly data-driven, you may want to use more evidence-based arguments. If the audience is mixed, a combination of data, authority, and storytelling may be more appropriate. Extend Daniel Goleman’s three types of empathy to gather intelligence , understand your audience, and tailor your intervention to connect more profoundly.

2. Determine a specific objective: Presentations aim to effect change in some way. What change do you want to see in your audience? Every presentation aims to change the audience in some way. For instance, gaining their approval for a certain investment, soliciting their buy-in for a change, or creating a sense of enthusiasm for an idea or initiative. The purpose of a presentation is to bring about change so make sure you are clear on what kind of change you want to bring about.

3. Design a grabber: Our attention spans have shrunk as we have more and more competing demands on our attention . If you want to get someone’s attention you need to grab it at the outset and try and hold on. You can do this in a number of different ways. Throw out a question that demands a response from the audience. Give a surprising fact or statistic, or quote from a well-known figure. Tell a story or an anecdote. A good grabber captures the attention of everyone there, and makes them focus on what you have to say.

4. Crystalize your message and construct your arguments : Your message is the heart of your speech. Craft a brief phrase that clearly defines your proposal in 10-12 words. For example, “This post is about crafting presentations that inspire and engage others to elevate their presentations.” Make it memorable by choosing inspiring words, symbols, catchy expressions, something that will remain in the audience's mind. As Brené Brown says: “Clear is kind,” and a clear message provides a path to develop your ideas.

When you have a clear and concise message, it helps you formulate your arguments. Think of developing your arguments using the rule of three —three compelling arguments to convince but not overwhelm your audience.

5. Prepare a call to action: Remember, we want to change our audience in some way, so we need to make our ask in a clear and concrete manner.

Consider your call to action in terms of what you want your audience to think/feel/do:

Think—“I want you to think about how you can improve your presentations.”
Feel—“I want you to feel enthusiastic and motivated so that you can elevate your power to persuade.”
Do—“I want you to try out some of these tips and tools for yourself.”

6. Craft a memorable closing: Close the speech in an elegant and memorable way. We need people to remember what we've told them, so prepare it well. This is not the time to improvise. Try to connect your closing to your opening grabber, which makes the presentation more memorable. Good preparation means preparing everything to the very end—finish well.

7. Plan your delivery: A dynamic speaker draws listeners in by using vocal variety (tone, intonation, speed, volume, pace, pauses, silence) and body language (posture, gestures, expression, and movement) to highlight important points and hold the audience’s attention. Be intentional: How will you use your voice and your body to emphasize a thought or idea? Think about it: If you increased the time you spent on style or delivery by 20 percent, what would it mean for the impact you make?

8. Think about how you will engage your audience : You want the audience to feel considered throughout. Include pauses so they can process what’s being said; connect with individuals throughout the room and make deliberate eye contact while speaking, especially when delivering key points. Read and respond to the audience by changing how you deliver as you go based on the audience’s nonverbal communication .

9. Rehearse and Practice: Practice is one of the most crucial elements of presenting—and probably the most neglected one. If this is new to you start by reading your presentation in front of a mirror to get comfortable speaking your presentation. Next, video yourself and watch out for nervous or distracting habits to eliminate them and identify any areas where you can improve your delivery. If you are feeling brave, practice in front of an audience and ask for feedback.

10. Prepare your success rituals and mantra: Public speaking and/or stage fright can feel debilitating for some. Have your calm-down ritual prepared and ready to go before you start your presentation. This might be a certain gesture, a power pose, breathwork, or a mantra. Try this tip: Identify three adjectives to describe how you would like to show up during this presentation. This sets an intention and helps focus our cognitive and emotional resources on success.

Powerful presenters embrace and extend empathy to seek first to understand their audience. They use this intelligence to carefully make choices about substance and style to create an audience-informed communication experience that feels relevant, reasoned, real, and resonant and creates a pathway for change.

Palena Neale, Ph.D. , is a women’s leadership coach, lecturer, and founder of unabridged, a boutique leadership development practice.

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The ABS won't be asking about ethnicity at the next census. Why do some experts say it's important?

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If you've ever filled out a census form, you might remember answering questions about your ancestry.

In recent years, the census has asked respondents a combination of questions on their country of birth, ancestry, language spoken and religion.

There's now a call for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) to ask another question, specifically about ethnicity.

While asking respondents about their ethnicity could sound similar to asking them about their ancestry, experts argue ethnicity data would be more precise and could help address the gaps in health outcomes for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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The federal government announced two years ago it would begin the process of collecting ethnicity data targeting the 2026 census.

But in December, the ABS announced it would not be moving forward with the plan for the upcoming census.

The government agency released a statement on its website explaining the decision, saying despite testing multiple concepts around ethnic identity there were significant issues.

"Most notably, the testing showed that the public is unlikely to have a consistent understanding of what ethnic identity is, or the difference between ethnic identity and ancestry. The ABS determined that due to these complexities, collecting both ethnic identity and ancestry on the same form is not feasible for the 2026 Census," it wrote.

So what's the difference between ethnicity and ancestry, and why do some experts argue the way Australia measures diversity needs to change?

What is the difference between ancestry and ethnicity?

The difference between ancestry and ethnicity is complex and open to interpretation, and commentators say this is part of the issue.

In 2021, these were the questions related to diversity asked by the ABS:

What is the person's ancestry? In which country was the person born? In what year did the person first arrive in Australia to live for one year or more? In which country was the person's father born? Does the person use a language other than English at home? How well does the person speak English? What is the person's religion? Is the person an Australian citizen? Is the person of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?

This is how the ABS described ancestry data collected at the last census:

"The ancestry question records association with ancestries, ethnic origins and cultures. The intent of the question is to capture the cultural context in which people were raised, however, some people may respond according to how they may identify with a particular cultural group. "Ancestry in the Australian context is complex as there are many people with origins and heritage that do not, in practice, relate to their current ethnic identity."

The United Nations describes ethnicity as a broadly defined term that is based on a shared understanding of the history and territorial origins of an ethnic group or community.

Social epidemiologist Naomi Priest from the Australian National University said ancestry data was about the geographic region of someone's ancestry, while ethnicity data is more specific about a person's cultural identity.

"There's also a lot of confusion between what's your genetic ancestry? What's your cultural identity? What's your ethnicity?" she said.

What is the argument for collecting ethnicity data?

Demographers have highlighted the importance of data collected in the census because it often has an impact on how data is collected in both the public and private sectors.

Professor Priest has researched the impact of racism on health.

She explained health determinants and treatment in healthcare are often patterned by ethnicity, and that collecting this data becomes an important accountability tool for governments.

"We need to have the nuance around this and remember that it's racism and social structures that shape health," she said.

"It's absolutely a health equity issue, and it's an accountability issue, but also for communities to have access to their own data that represents and captures their own experiences."

She pointed to examples in the United Kingdom where the National Health Service started a Race and Health Observatory during the pandemic in 2021.

Professor Priest — who has worked with the expert body — explained Britain's Medicare equivalent has placed its focus on creating research and policy addressing the health inequities in the country.

"Reporting most carefully with and in partnership with communities and, also building capacity amongst the workforce that it's racism, not race that's the risk factor for for these inequities," she said.

Some experts disagree with the collection of ethnicity data

But some experts like Amrita Malhi from the Australian National University have said ethnicity isn't a stable constant feature to be easily defined.

"We'd have to determine what ethnicity is, and who is entitled to refer to their preferred group identity as an 'ethnicity'," she said.

"There are simply no stable, universal answers to these questions – whatever we settle on will hold true for some groups but not others."

She explained that ethnicity was contested, and understood through shifts in society, for example, Australia's growing diversity.

"Now that there are simply so many more of us 'ethnics' living here, it is simply impossible to ignore our many intersecting forms of diversity," she said.

Dr Malhi added that sorting people into ethnicities could be seen as an attempt to freeze the changes in a diverse society to make it easier to read social identities when they are complicated.

"Creating formal, permanent ethnic and racial categories tends to socialise and harden those categories so they structure our experiences and opportunities even more than they did before," she said.

"This is obviously not what Australian advocates have been calling for, but it is consistent with how states have used census categories all around the world."

The ABS says it tested multiple concepts around ethnicity

The terms tested by the government agency included ethnic groups, cultural background, ethnic and cultural background, and the culture you belong to.

It also tested questions on ancestry and ethnic identity together.

But, the ABS said testing showed people had different interpretations of the term ethnic identity, with some considering it linked with ancestry even after an explanation was provided.

"Inconsistencies with public understanding of 'ethnic identity' may lead to poor data quality, impact the comparability of existing cultural diversity data over time," a spokesperson said.

The ABS said there was no single measure that could represent the multi-dimensional nature of the concept of ethnicity, which is why it instead asked multiple questions.

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The ABS said it is also considering increasing the number of ancestries a respondent can choose from — two to four — to improve data quality, as well as allow respondents to reflect more complex cultural backgrounds.

The government agency explained that while ethnicity data is collected in other countries, they each had different ways of measuring ethnicity.

"Australia uses an ancestry approach for measuring ethnic group affiliation, which is similar to the approaches used by Statistics Canada," the spokesperson said.

At the last census in 2021, Canada had a list of more than 500 ethnic or cultural origins included as a guide, which experts say is based on commonly indicated groups.

Canada asks its population about both ethnicity and ancestry.

Question: What were the ethnic or cultural origins of this person's ancestors? Ancestors may have Indigenous origins, or origins that refer to different countries, or other origins that may not refer to different countries. For examples, refer to this list of ethnic or cultural origins. Specify as many origins as applicable.

Minister for Multicultural Affairs Andrew Giles declined to comment.

First Nations health expert says not collecting ethnicity data is 'racist'

The phrase Gunditjmara leader Jill Gallagher hears more often than most is closing the gap.

But the long-time chief executive of Victoria's peak Aboriginal advocacy health organisation said without ethnicity data, she would be in the dark about how to address the inequalities facing First Nations communities.

She pointed to the Beautiful Shawl program, a trial started by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, calling it an example of where good evidence-based data can have material change.

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The program has been running since 2018 to provide breast screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in partnership with BreastScreen Victoria.

"It was very obvious that Aboriginal people in Victoria weren't accessing screening facilities for cancer. So when they did get diagnosed, it was way too late," Ms Gallagher said.

Last year, it had the highest number of First Nations women participating in the project , and the largest number who had a screening for the first time.

That's why Ms Gallagher said bluntly not collecting ethnicity, specifically in health settings, is racist.

"If we can't measure, whatever, programs or things that we put in place, if we can't measure the outcome of it, then why do it," Ms Gallagher said.

"I think it's racist if you don't [collect the data]."

Demographer warns time is running out to add ethnicity data to the census

Demographer Liz Allen from the Australian National University explained there's been a move to use by-product data, which is data collected from across government agencies, as an alternative to the census.

She said the ABS took measures ahead of the last census after the failures in 2016 which saw a mass outage of the census website that prevented thousands of people from completing the survey online for the first time.

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The analysis, Dr Allen said, was conducted by the ABS using administrative by-product data to see how closely it matched with the traditional census.

"It came pretty close ... the ABS currently can run a census without having to speak to anyone, without having anyone fill out the census form," she said.

There have been suggestions in the UK and New Zealand that the days of the traditional census may be over.

Dr Allen said that if Australia moved in this direction it would be difficult to add new data fields like ethnicity which doesn't exist within the by-product data gathered across government agencies.

For example, it was not until last year the National Suicide and Self-harm Monitoring System began collecting data on suicide by country of birth.

"We're now seeing the death of the traditional census in the UK and New Zealand ... The problem for us is that if we don't get it up, soon, we won't ever have that data."

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May 9, 2024 / 10:31 AM EDT / CBS News

Many Americans are struggling financially due to factors such as high inflation and correspondingly high interest rates , which increase the costs of financing. And, once you get into debt, it can be hard to get out, considering that you not only need to save up enough or divert money toward the initial amount owed but also need to pay interest on the balances you've been carrying.

Meanwhile, other essential bills, like housing and food, have increased recently due to inflation, causing some people to fall further behind on debt payments. For example, the number of credit card and auto loan delinquencies has been on the rise recently, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York .

When you stop paying your debts or don't follow the expected repayment schedule, you could face debt collection efforts, which, if ignored, could ultimately lead to issues like lawsuits and the seizure of your assets. The good news, however, is that if you have debts in collections, you can often settle with debt collectors for less than the full amount owed.

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What is the lowest amount debt collectors will settle for? What experts say

The short answer is that there's no universal settlement amount that debt collectors will accept. Every situation is unique. However, there are some factors that help dictate the lowest amount debt collectors will take as a settlement, including the following:

Who the debt collector is

Not all debt collectors are the same, and that can affect your debt settlement .

"Every creditor is different. Some creditors will accept pennies on the dollar, others will not settle for less than 80% in a lump sum payment," says Jessika Arce Graham, partner at Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman.

However, your odds of a lower settlement are better when the debt collector is a debt buyer, says Christopher E. Roberts, partner at Butsch Roberts & Associates LLC.

"Debt buyers are typically companies that purchase large amounts of delinquent debts from the creditor or another debt buyer," Roberts explains.

The reason why debt buyers often settle for less than what's owed on the debt is that they typically purchase debt for a fraction of the cost.

"Thus, if a debt buyer purchased a $1,000 debt for $30-$50, then a consumer may have more options to settle for significantly less than the full balance, as the debt buyer would stand to make a large profit in this scenario, even if they settled for $500," adds Roberts.

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Your repayment offer

How you go about trying to pay off your debt can also affect how low debt collectors will settle for.

"Creditors are more willing to accept an offer when there is cash up front over a payment plan," says Arce Graham.

That said, you want to be sure that you understand the fine print of any debt settlement offer you agree to, as you might not be as done with that debt as you assumed.

"Always be aware that making a payment will likely restart the statute of limitations for the debt to be pursued against you in court," says Roberts.

The validity of the debt

Just because you're dealing with debt collectors doesn't necessarily mean you owe the full amount they claim. And, in some cases, they might not be able to prove you owe that debt.

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) gives consumers the right to request validation of a debt and/or dispute the debt, explains Roberts. And depending on what the results are, that could affect your negotiations .

"If the validation shows that the debt is valid and the debt collector has their ducks in a row. then perhaps the consumer resolved the debt for a little more than if the debt collector's validation shows that the debt collector cannot substantiate the debt or that the consumer owes the amounts," says Roberts.

"In the latter scenario, perhaps the consumer has better leverage to not pay the debt or to pursue a case against the debt collector under the FDCPA," Roberts adds.

Ideally, though, you can verify debt before it ends up in collections. With medical debt, for example, you might request an itemized receipt to make sure you're being charged for the right medical services.

"A percentage of medical bills contain errors, so before a bill is sent to collections, it's important to look it over carefully and make sure it matches the care you received. If your employer offers care navigation, checking a bill for errors may be part of the services that are included," says Nick McLaughlin, strategic advisor at Emry Health.

Alternatives to settling with debt collectors

Settling with debt collectors isn't your only option for debt relief . In some cases, for example, you might find that it's better to use a debt relief service to negotiate for debt forgiveness on your behalf. Or if the debt collector is not budging, taking out a debt consolidation loan to pay off the existing debt and then having a more affordable monthly payment may work better for you.

Also, bankruptcy can be an option, although this can be a more involved process that hurts your credit even more. Still, it can be effective.

"If you are facing multiple creditors and you simply do not have enough money to resolve all of your debts, do not enter into a deal with just one if you will not be able to pay the others. At that point, perhaps bankruptcy is your best option," says Arce Graham.

The bottom line

Whether you're looking to lower your medical debt, gain credit card debt forgiveness , or handle many other types of debts, there's often room to negotiate. That's especially true for unsecured debt, where the creditor can't simply reclaim an asset to cover most of the debt. However, it's important to remember that debt settlement isn't a one-size-fits-all option. In some cases, you may want to consider consulting with a qualified expert, such as an attorney, to see which debt relief options work best for you.

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