10. Visual reinforcement - How?
• Don’t clutter
• Words alone are not very visual
– Use bullet points
– Use keywords
– Stick to the theme
• Keep visuals simple
– Do you need each one?
– What will each one show?
– Any important ones missing?
• Ensure visuals are used effectively
11. Visual reinforcement - Types?
• Black/ white board and/ or flip chart?
• Magnetic or Velcro boards?
• Samples and/ or models?
• Slides, film and/ or video?
• PC with data projector?
• Overhead transparencies
(OHTs) with overhead projector?
12. Using OHT/ PowerPoint
• The sequence of slides should tell a story
• Use appropriate typesize
• Use appropriate colour
• Special effects?
13. Using OHT/ PowerPoint
• Think about how to use the medium to its
best advantage
– Don’t talk to the OHT or screen
– Don’t reveal the slide too soon
– Don’t leave the slide still showing once you
have moved on to your next point
14. Graphics in oral presentations
• Less time to absorb
• Simplify – bold and clear
• Say if you will supply paper copy of graphics
• Think about how graphics fit
within your presentation
15. Prepare final notes
• Don’t create word-for-word notes
• Use prompt cards, not sheets
• Highlight key phrases
• Keep contact with your audience
19. Clothes
• You are a young professional-in-training. Dress
accordingly.
– No offensively-sloganed tee-shirts
– No shorts or ripped jeans
– No low cut tops on women
• While there is no need for a suit, let your clothes
reflect the effort you have put into preparing your
presentation.
20. Voice
• Vary pitch
• Vary the speed
• Watch volume
• Speak clearly
• Don’t try to hide
your accent
21. Mannerisms
• Avoid annoying or distracting habits
• Think about your own mannerisms
• Review and control
– Body language
– Expressions
– Stance
– Movement
– Gestures
22. Humour
• Can backfire – doesn’t always go down well
• May actually upset people
• If you do not feel confident with
it, you don’t have to try
23. Confidence
• Everyone wants you to succeed
• Preparation will help
• You may become more
effective as a result
of a few nerves
24. Question technique
• Must allow audience questions
• Try to remain calm
– Thank/ Acknowledge
– Rephrase (if appropriate)
– Answer
– Check (by body language?)
