Presenting. Martin Manser

      Presenting

      Secrets

      The experts tell all!

      Martin Manser

      Table of Contents

       Cover Page

       Title Page

Author's note

Learn how to give the perfect presentation

Prepare the basics

1.1 Stand out from the crowd

1.2 Know your aims

1.3 Know your audience

1.4 Consider how people learn

1.5 Think creatively

1.6 Organize your thoughts

1.7 Research carefully

1.8 Look at your venue

1.9 Consider the seating and accessories

1.10 Plan your stages

Work on your words

2.1 Keep your message simple

       2.2 Watch your language

       2.3 Vary your style

       2.4 Choose your words carefully

       2.5 Make clear notes

       2.6 Choose a compelling title

       2.7 Plan your beginning

       2.8 Work out the middle

       2.9 End on a high

       Plan for props and other people

       3.1 Make good use of handouts

       3.2 Present tables and charts skilfully

       3.3 Freedom is a flipchart

       3.4 Master the technology

       3.5 Don’t let PowerPoint ruin your presentation

       3.6 Try video conferencing

       3.7 Work with a team

       Prepare your mind

       4.1 Give yourself a pep talk

       4.2 Build up your confidence

       4.3 Manage your nerves

       4.4 Practise your presentation

       4.5 Be enthusiastic

       Interact with your audience

       5.1 Break the ice

       5.2 Keep the momentum going

       5.3 Introduce some humour

       5.4 Less is more

       5.5 Remember, remember

       5.6 Listen carefully

       Be aware of body language

       6.1 Dress for success

       6.2 Stand up and be counted

       6.3 Keep eye contact with your audience

       6.4 Control your voice

       6.5 Pause for thought

       6.6 Make a move

       Learn from feedback

       7.1 Know when to take questions

       7.2 Answer questions well

       7.3 Deal respectfully with hostile questions

       7.4 Have a focused discussion of your presentation