Producing A Better Product: How To Make A Better PresentationWeek 6

By Kyle McKnightORG 536

Robert Olszewski

Introduction

Presentations can make or break a business pitch, having a powerful

visual aid, along with well rehearsed documentation and a strong

presence, anyone can with a little practice give a great presentation.

Preparation

0Study, study, study

0Properly document your information

0 Understand the material being presented

0Rehearse your speech until comfortable

(Johnson-Chaney, 1998 )

Organization

0Time line

0Flow of information

0Visual appearance

0Follow up

(Johnson-Chaney, 1998)

Audience Rapport

0Get off on the “right” foot

0Make sure to keep the audience engaged

0Ask questions after particular information to make sure they are following

0Eye contact

(Johnson-Chaney, 1998)

Visual Aids

0Add flash, but not to much

0Handouts for more complex information

0Make sure slides are visually appealing

(Johnson-Chaney, 1998)

Delivery

0 Strong opening

0 Make them feel like you enjoy the material

0 Understand the material being presented

0 Stay on topic

0 Finish strong

(Linney, 2000)

That’s A Wrap

Making a great presentation is not rocket science, but it does take time to master. Having a full

understanding of the topic at hand will make this transition much easier. Although the number one fear among people of all ages is public speaking,

practicing these few steps can increase your confidence and in turn produce a great

presentation.

(Linney, 2000)

Reference’s

0 Johnson-Chaney, S. (1998). Here's looking at you!.

Business & Economic Review, 44(4), 7

0Linney, B. J. (2000). Presentations that Hold You Spellbound. Physician Executive, 26(5), 72