What do when imagining the audience in their underwear just isn't working. Some of my thoughts about what makes a good presentation, and how to go about preparing one.
WHO ARE YOU? WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE? Thursday, April 25, 13 create a contract with the user - get people out of the room who shouldn’t be there - let them know why they are there
TEACH A LESSON. Thursday, April 25, 13 I like to set learning objectives for my presentations. Make a list of 3-5 things someone should know after attending your presentation.
AWESOME SLIDES 101 •What’s the point of this slide? •How does it support my story? •Can someone at the back of the room read it? •Remember, not everyone can read your slides. Thursday, April 25, 13
• Personally I don’t have anything against them, just don’t get carried away. Treat your slides as a clue to remind you what it is you wanted to talk about and something interesting for your audience to look at. DO NOT read your slides verbatim, the person sitting in their chair will read it faster than you will and it’s just awkward for everyone. BULLET POINTS? Thursday, April 25, 13
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