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Slide 1: Elements of Successful Presentations
Slide 2: Objectives • You will gain an understanding of the elements of successful presentations, resulting in improved communication of your message. • You will learn to apply basic design elements for creating supporting visual aids.
Slide 3: Communication: 2 A giving or exchanging of information, signals, or messages as by talk, gestures, or writing The art of expressing ideas, especially in speech and writing Webster’s New World Dictionary, 3rd ed. 5
Slide 4: Communication: Communication influences thoughts, feelings, and actions. Information merely informs Use the 80/20 Rule
Slide 5: Presentations “ There are two types of speakers: those that are nervous and those that are liars.” Mark Twain
Slide 6: Types of Presentations Informative Persuasive
Slide 7: Presentation Basics What is the purpose? Who is the audience? •WIIFM? What’s in it for me?
Slide 8: Presentation Basics Preparing the presentation Begin with the conclusion Develop a strong intro and close
Slide 9: Presentation Basics The introduction Let’s them know why they are there Grabs their attention
Slide 10: Presentation Basics The body The heart of the message—details, facts Keep it simple—don’t bog them down
Slide 11: Presentation Basics The closing Reinforces WIIFM Helps them remember the key points Lets them know what actions to take
Slide 12: Presentation Basics The essentials of the message Clarity You want your message to shine through
Slide 13: Presentation Basics The essentials of the message Consistency Stay on point Adhere to good grammar rules
Slide 14: Presentation Basics The essentials of the message Medium Choose what will deliver your message effectively—to the right audience!
Slide 15: Presentation Basics The essentials of the message Relevancy The right information for the right audience
Slide 16: Presentation Basics The essentials of the message Primacy/Recency You want the audience to remember both the opening and close of your presentation
Slide 17: Presentation Basics Be prepared Know your material Prepare materials ahead of time
Slide 18: Presentation Basics Be prepared Rehearse it! Get a handle on timing
Slide 19: Presentation Basics Be prepared Create visuals with key points Become comfortable w/ equipment
Slide 20: Presentation Basics Be prepared Become familiar with the room Match clothing to the audience
Slide 21: Presentation Basics Engage your audience! Use questions and discussions Create activities to bring the topic to life
Slide 22: Elements of Successful Presentations Welcome to the MALC Elements of Successful Presentations Session. I apologize upfront. I am not an expert in this topic, but we could Animation not find anyone to do it. So, I’ve done a little reading and educated myself about communication . So, we’ll make the best of it. Objectives: WE have several important objectives for the session today, all of which are designed to help you achieve your ultimate goal—becoming a more effective communicator. I assure you that all Text issues are measurable and of the objectives achievable, and can be evaluated—both quantitatively and anecdotally. When we are through today, you will have mastered them, thus being one step closer to becoming a Content issues strong communicator. issues Questions? Types of Presentations Inform Teach Motivate Sell Persuade Design issues
Slide 23: Background and images are relevant to topic Color scheme is congruent Font is large and legible Elements of Successful Presentations
Slide 24: Presentations “ There are two types of speakers: those that are nervous and those that are liars.” Mark Twain Why the black Background?
Slide 25: Presentation Basics Be prepared Limit bullet items Know your material Prepare materials ahead of time Keep to the center
Slide 26: Objectives • You will gain an understanding of the elements of successful presentations, resulting in improved communication of your message. • You will learn to apply basic design elements for creating supporting visual aids.