1. Planning the Presentation Determine the purpose Analyze the audience

2. Writing Oral Presentations Organize the message Develop the opening Compose the body Write the conclusion

3. Organizing the Message Define the main idea Limit the scope Choose the approach Prepare the outline Choose the style

4. Developing the Opening Arouse interest Build credibility Preview the presentation

5. Composing the Body Limit the main points Connect the ideas Engage the audience

6. Writing the Conclusion Restate the main points Describe the next steps End on a strong note

7. Using Visual Aids Clarify main points Create interest Add variety Improve learning

8. Common Visual Aids Overhead transparencies Electronic presentations Chalkboards and whiteboards Flip charts 35-millimeter slides

9. Other Visual Aids Product samples Scale models Audio tapes Film strips and movies Television and videotapes

10. Overhead Transparencies Advantages –Inexpensive –Easy to use –Simple to create

11. Overhead Transparencies Disadvantages –Lack of flexibility –Fragile format –Overhead projectors

12. Electronic Presentations Advantages –Real-time data –Multimedia –Flexibility and portability Disadvantages –Specialized equipment –Technique versus content –Overuse of special effects

13. Six Tips for Success 1.Set up early 2.Bring two of everything 3.Back up your programs 4.Secure technical support 5.Avoid real-time Internet use 6.Have a contingency plan

14. Creating Effective Slides Content and graphics Design elements Consistency Special effects

15. Readable Content Select a central idea Limit the content Write short phrases Use parallel grammar Prefer the active voice Use short informative titles

16. Effective Graphics Reduce details Avoid repetition Shorten numbers Limit data Highlight key points Adjust size and design

17. Design Elements Color schemes Background design Fonts and type styles Consistency

18. Animation and Special Effects Transitions Builds Hyperlinks

19. Effective Handouts Complex charts or diagrams Company reports Magazine articles Case studies Lists of Websites Copies of slides

20. Complete the Presentation Evaluate the message Edit the content Develop visual aids

21. Practice Your Delivery Memorizing Reading Impromptu speaking Speaking from notes

22. Presentation Preparation Practice your delivery Introduce the slides Limit the number of slides Prepare the location Consider cultural diversity

23. Build Your Confidence Prepare extra material Rehearse Think positively Visualize success Take a few deep breaths Be ready Get comfortable Don’t panic Keep going

24. Appear More Confident Don’t rush Maintain eye contact Stand tall Control gestures Use your voice

25. Answer Questions Focus on the questioner Respond appropriately Maintain control Survive the hot seat Motivate questions

26. Conclude the Presentation Prepare the audience Answer the final question Summarize the main idea Thank the audience Leave with confidence

27. Three-Step Process Planning Writing Closing

28. Planning, Writing, and Completing Oral Presentations