Steps to a Great Presentation
Steps to a Great Presentation Select an appropriate Topic Develop an Outline Follow suggested slide format Follow suggested Do’s and Don'ts
Select a Topic What are my interests? Who is my audience? What is my purpose? What are my resources?
Using an outline creator like: Develop an Outline Using an outline creator like: PowerPoint Word
Develop an Outline An effective presentation must contain: Introduction Objective Main points (no more than 3) Conclusion
Suggested Slide Format Limit the information on each slide to: 1 thought per line 4 X 6 rule Max of 6 words per, 4 lines OR Max of 4 words per line, 6 lines Font size > 36
Suggested Slide Format Use a slide template for consistency Limit ‘bells & whistles’ Limit use of graphics Limit fonts to 2
Presentation Do’s Write a script Limit time 2 to 3 minutes per slide Be prepared to answer questions
Presentation Do’s Look at your audience (not the screen) Rehearse
In Conclusion Select a Topic Develop an Outline Follow suggested slide format Rehearse