How to Prepare a Professional Presentation
While preparing a presentation there are certain basic guiding principals: Make it simple., We need to take certain points in consideration, while preparing the presentation: What are the key points you want to make?, Remember: A presentation is...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: While preparing a presentation there are certain basic guiding principals: Make it simple.
Make it clear.
Don’t let the technology dominate the presentation.
You want the audience to remember the quality of your research, not your PowerPoint wizardry. -
Step 2: We need to take certain points in consideration
Who is your audience? What are they interested in hearing? How familiar are they, with your topic? Do they expect data or concepts? , Don’t try to cover everything. , We must think on ::
What will you cover, what can be eliminated? How much detail do you need? (Remember, your time and your audience’s attention are limited.
For any part of your presentation, ask yourself “So what?”) , How much time will you be given? What time of day is your talk? Carefully consider if you will depend on anyone else for producing your presentation—allow plenty of lead time. , Consider all equipment you will need Internet connection Computer Microphone Software ,, Answer the question, “Why should I listen to you?” Establish your personal credibility. , Be concrete.
Use examples, statistics, reiteration, comparison. , Give a summary.
Emphasise the most important points. , When making slides, use a light background and dark letters.
Use a big enough font.
Pick a style and stick with it.
Keep it short, especially titles.
Leave empty space.Presenting Data Make data/results the focus of your presentation.
Don’t try to include all data Use handouts for detailed information, or refer the audience to a website.
Use color or special effects sparingly and consistently. ,, -
Step 3: while preparing the presentation: What are the key points you want to make?
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Step 4: Remember: A presentation is different than a paper.
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Step 5: Resources of information is key to success.
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Step 6: Logistics to be taken care of: How big is the hall where you will be speaking?
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Step 7: Equipment Needs should also be taken care-of: Ask what you will be given and what you must bring with you.
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Step 8: Be prepared for a chalk talk because you never know if/when there will be technical problems.
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Step 9: Organise the Material Introduction: Time to sell your idea or research.
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Step 10: Organise the Material Body Make sure you cover your main points.
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Step 11: Organise the Material Conclusion.
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Step 12: Format Of Presentation: For a presentation in a dark room
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Step 13: choose a dark background with light letters.
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Step 14: Practice several times before delivering the actual presentation.
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Step 15: And don't forget to be happy about it
Detailed Guide
Make it clear.
Don’t let the technology dominate the presentation.
You want the audience to remember the quality of your research, not your PowerPoint wizardry.
Who is your audience? What are they interested in hearing? How familiar are they, with your topic? Do they expect data or concepts? , Don’t try to cover everything. , We must think on ::
What will you cover, what can be eliminated? How much detail do you need? (Remember, your time and your audience’s attention are limited.
For any part of your presentation, ask yourself “So what?”) , How much time will you be given? What time of day is your talk? Carefully consider if you will depend on anyone else for producing your presentation—allow plenty of lead time. , Consider all equipment you will need Internet connection Computer Microphone Software ,, Answer the question, “Why should I listen to you?” Establish your personal credibility. , Be concrete.
Use examples, statistics, reiteration, comparison. , Give a summary.
Emphasise the most important points. , When making slides, use a light background and dark letters.
Use a big enough font.
Pick a style and stick with it.
Keep it short, especially titles.
Leave empty space.Presenting Data Make data/results the focus of your presentation.
Don’t try to include all data Use handouts for detailed information, or refer the audience to a website.
Use color or special effects sparingly and consistently. ,,
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