1. Effective Presentation Skills Master of Science in Management School for Professional Studies Regis University

2. Steps to Effective Presentations  Be clear about the purpose  Analyze the audience  Prepare the message  Polish delivery skills

3. Steps to Effective Presentations  Use visual aids  Engage the listeners  Manage the setting  Enjoy the experience

4. Be Clear About the Purpose  To inform  To define  To describe  To demonstrate  To persuade or influence  To change attitudes  To move to action  To entertain

5. Analyze the Audience  Obtain information about audience  Size  Demographics  Background and interests  Prior knowledge about subject  Predisposition  Use this information to adapt message

6. Prepare the Message Introduction Use attention-getting device Engage and relate to audience State thesis Provide a preview of main points

7. Prepare the Message Body State main points Add supporting information Use transitional phrasing Conclusion Recap thesis and main points Relate topic to audience Close with clincher

8. Polish Delivery Skills  Avoid distracting behaviors  Focus on personal style  Eye contact  Gestures  Posture  Vocalization  Appearance

9. Use Visual Aids  Select media to reinforce spoken message  Slides  Flip chart or whiteboard  Video or audio clip  Samples  Provide handouts for note-taking  Consider potential distractions

10. Engage the Listeners  Enhance speaker credibility  Demonstrate competence  Cite sources of support  Show a sense of humor  Relate to the audience  Use examples they can relate to  Establish common ground  Ask questions of the audience

11. Manage the Setting  Become familiar with room arrangement  Check equipment and audiovisual setup  Have visual aids tested and ready  Prepare note cards or outline  Have enough copies of handouts  Bring a clock or watch

12. Enjoy the Experience  Visualize successful delivery  Rehearse out loud to evaluate actual time  Record or videotape  Anticipate audience behavior, comments, or questions  Plan how to handle questions