After previously discussing non-verbal communication which revolved mainly about body language, today I'm sharing with you something I read on Slideshare about the content:
The best way to outline your presentation.
Personally, I hate the : Tell them what you are going to say, say it, tell them what you just said" technique. I find it boring, I lose interest at the very beginning.
Instead, here's a 5-step process that enhances every presentation:
1- TEASE!
- State the current cultural situation.
- Briefly describe the problem for your business.
- Hint at your answer to the problem.
2- Unveil the Mystery:
In 10 seconds or less, state the reason why everybody gathered to listen to you.
3- The good stuff!
Dive into the main points of your presentation (with supporting claims/ examples of course).
4- The review:
For people who missed some points or those who didnt get enough, review briefly your main points.
5- The call to action:
Now that the audience is hooked, don't leave them hanging. give them a clear and easy-to-follow call for action.
All the above are keys to a good content presentation.
The most important aspect is to stay MEMORABLE!
Record the thoughts that are worth sharing in your next presentation, if you prepare your presentation by writing it, write as you speak otherwise you would sound too artificial. Also speak in the present tense: IS is much more powerful than WAS.
Try not to have more than 3 points in your presentation, after 3, the brain is tired, bored, lost...
A good tip is also to imagine a kid sitting in the back of the presentation room. That forces you to be simple and use easy to break sentences.
Last but not least, now that we are living in an world where social media is the norm, create "twitterable" moments: clever headlines, golden nuggets and smart advice that you know will be shared with the rest of the world.
One final thought I leave you with: Stay interesting! read as much as you can, and share... with me :)
check out the blog that I recently started:
http://stay-interesting.blogspot.com
I would like to knw your reviews and read books that you recommend.
Cheers!
Fidele
The best way to outline your presentation.
Personally, I hate the : Tell them what you are going to say, say it, tell them what you just said" technique. I find it boring, I lose interest at the very beginning.
Instead, here's a 5-step process that enhances every presentation:
1- TEASE!
- State the current cultural situation.
- Briefly describe the problem for your business.
- Hint at your answer to the problem.
2- Unveil the Mystery:
In 10 seconds or less, state the reason why everybody gathered to listen to you.
3- The good stuff!
Dive into the main points of your presentation (with supporting claims/ examples of course).
4- The review:
For people who missed some points or those who didnt get enough, review briefly your main points.
5- The call to action:
Now that the audience is hooked, don't leave them hanging. give them a clear and easy-to-follow call for action.
All the above are keys to a good content presentation.
The most important aspect is to stay MEMORABLE!
Record the thoughts that are worth sharing in your next presentation, if you prepare your presentation by writing it, write as you speak otherwise you would sound too artificial. Also speak in the present tense: IS is much more powerful than WAS.
Try not to have more than 3 points in your presentation, after 3, the brain is tired, bored, lost...
A good tip is also to imagine a kid sitting in the back of the presentation room. That forces you to be simple and use easy to break sentences.
Last but not least, now that we are living in an world where social media is the norm, create "twitterable" moments: clever headlines, golden nuggets and smart advice that you know will be shared with the rest of the world.
One final thought I leave you with: Stay interesting! read as much as you can, and share... with me :)
check out the blog that I recently started:
http://stay-interesting.blogspot.com
I would like to knw your reviews and read books that you recommend.
Cheers!
Fidele
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