1. Delivering Presentations Speaking effectively

2. Types of delivery Manuscript Presentations –Word for word reading of pre-written statement –Commonly used at press conferences Drawbacks –Sounds mechanical and lifeless –Often unsuitable for oral presentations

3. Types of delivery Memorized presentations –Recited word for word from memory –Commonly used in sales pitches Drawbacks –Sounds unnatural –Defeats purpose of calming the speaker

4. Types of delivery Extemporaneous Presentations –Planned and rehearsed, but not word for word –Spontaneous and effortless –Should be the delivery of choice –Can be used with notes Tips for notes –Notes should be brief –Notes should be legible –Notes should not be irritating the audience

5. Guidelines for Delivery Dress effectively –Appearance is important Appear confident before starting to speak –Your presentation begins the moment you come into view of the audience Establish and maintain eye contact –Talking directly to people conveys sincerity –Eye contact establishes a relationship

6. Guidelines for Delivery Begin without looking at your notes –Establish a connection with your audience first Stand and move effectively –Good posture conveys confidence –Moving around can add life to your presentation Use body language carefully

7. Guidelines for Delivery Vocal Elements How you sound is just as important as what you say and how you look –Speak with enthusiasm and sincerity If you don’t seem interested in your topic, your audience won’t either –Speak loud enough to be heard Audiences interpret soft voices as a lack of confidence

8. Speaking with confidence Speaking in front of a group is one of the biggest fears of all people –Speech anxiety is common among top managers –Learn to accept anxiety Try not to eliminate it but to control it Anxiety is usually highest just before the speech and then decreases –Ways to improve Speak more often Rehearse in front of other people