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Becoming the “Big Fish” in the Presentation Pool

Learn how to become a confident and effective presenter by following these guidelines, tips, and rules. Avoid common pitfalls, involve your audience, and use visuals effectively to make a lasting impact. Improve your presentation skills and stand out from the crowd.

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Becoming the “Big Fish” in the Presentation Pool

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  1. Becoming the “Big Fish” in the Presentation Pool Marti Ratcliff Information Technology LSU AgCenter mratcliff@agcenter.lsu.edu

  2. Overview • Things to Consider • Design Guidelines • Rules to Live By • Tips for Clipart & Visuals • Staying in Control • Managing the Conclusion

  3. “It takes more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.” ~ Mark Twain

  4. Avoid Common Pitfalls • Overdosing on Experts • Talking AT your Audience • Losing Control • Don’t Bluff • Information Overload

  5. Image

  6. Involve the Audience "Tell me and I will forget, Show me and I will remember, Involve me and I will understand". Make the presentation interactive – if you can.

  7. Groups of Three

  8. Keep the Message Clear

  9. Communications “Revelation” “I could have had a …” vs.

  10. Team Presentations • Select a strong leader • Same rules as solo presentations • Organize content development • One person to handle visuals • Provide transitions • Rehearse, Rehearse, REHEARSE!

  11. Give ‘Em a Break • Strategic breaks • Set Return time • Vary lengths of breaks • Ask for input

  12. Annoying Movements • Playing with jewelry • Licking and/or biting your lips • Constantly adjusting your glasses • Popping the top of a pen • Playing with hair • Jingling change in your pocket

  13. The “666” Rule (The devil made me do it…)

  14. The “666” Rule Or “The devil made me do it…” • Less than 6 words per bullet • 6 bullets per slide • 6 word slides in a row

  15. Font Usage • Sans-Serif over Serif • No smaller than 24 pt. • Larger for title (35-45 pts.) • Use color & styles for impact • Avoid italics • Strive for contrast

  16. Mix It Up • Visuals • Ditch the Podium • Use Eye Contact • Focus on Audience • Be Yourself • Skip the Speech

  17. Murphy’s Law

  18. Top Ten Countdown • Sticky Floor Syndrome • Lack of Facial Expression 8. No Audience Involvement • Weak Eye Contact • Lack of Enthusiasm

  19. Top Ten Countdown 5. No Preparation 4. Mediocre First Impression 3. Ineffective Close 2. Poor Visual Aids 1. No Presentation Objectives

  20. It’s Not an “Easter Egg Hunt”

  21. The “Easter Egg Hunt” • Choosing graphics • Use relevant images • Screen resolution • Scaling images • Be consistent

  22. “Fresh Fish” Story

  23. “Fresh Fish” Story

  24. “Fresh Fish” Story

  25. “Fresh Fish” Story

  26. “Fresh Fish” Story

  27. “Fresh Fish” Rule

  28. Tips for Using Visuals

  29. Tips for Using Visuals • Charts and graphs • Show trends, relationships, process flows • Compare quantities Good Better

  30. Tips for Using Visuals • Photographs or clipart • Convey a message • Add humor Message Humor

  31. Tips for Using Visuals • Use color • Attract attention, highlight for emphasis • Compare or contrast, create mood Attention / Emphasis Contrast / Mood

  32. Tips for Using Visuals • Hold audience attention • Span bullets across multiple slides Boring Better

  33. Tips for Using Visuals • Add credibility • Showcase the “real thing” • Create impact OK Better

  34. Don’t Get Eaten Alive

  35. Message Retention • Verbal only – 10% • Visual & Verbal – 50% • 400% increase in retention ~ Wharton Research Center

  36. Remember… • Spelling & grammar • Don’t read the presentation • Start with brief overview • Use “build” slides • Opt for wireless • Keep font size consistent

  37. Remember… • Don’t speak over sound effects • Provide handouts for note taking • Always face your audience • Be glad you are there • Know your “stuff”

  38. Q & A Tips • Walk toward audience • Raise your hand • Expect a response • Avoid obvious “yes” & “no” questions • Wait for a reply

  39. Conclusion • Things to Consider • Design Guidelines • Rules to Live By • Tips for Clipart & Visuals • Staying in Control • Managing the Conclusion

  40. References • Fresh Fish Rule - Adapted from “Poor fish” in Ausubel, 1948. • http://www.presentersuniversity.com • http://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/cia/workshop/graphisa#present • http://www.cheney268.com/Training/PowerPoint/PowerPointTips.htm • http:// www.presentationhelper.co.uk/presentationtips.htm • http:// cord.org/tutorial/presentation_tips.htm • http://www.presentersuniversity.com/visuals_visuals_7_Deadly_Sins.php

  41. Becoming the “Big Fish” in the Presentation Pool Marti Ratcliff Information Technology LSU AgCenter

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