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- 2. Introduction Preparation Building Your Presentation Presentation Delivery Presenter’s Characteristics Presentation Tips Table of Contents
- 4. There are 500 million PowerPoint users in the world
- 5. 30 million presentations are done daily
- 6. About a million presentations are going on right now
- 7. 50% of them are unbearable
- 10. Let your audience ask
- 11. What is the point?
- 12. How did the presenter get there?
- 13. What is the need for all that details ?
- 14. So what ?
- 15. Why it was not shorter ?
- 19. • Prompter • Data dumps PowerPoint is not :
- 21. To “pass the information”? Your boss told you to? Or to make meaning? Why do you present?
- 22. Providing Data Persuade Why do you present?
- 23. To persuade you need Passion !
- 24. “A wise man speaks because he has something to say, a fool speaks because he has to say something.” Plato “If you don't know what you want to achieve in your presentation your audience never will.” Harvey Diamond Famous Quotes “You can speak well if your tongue can deliver the message of your heart.” John Ford
- 25. Introduction NOBODY …… is a naturally BORN SPEAKER Cont’d
- 26. Introduction Bringing out the presenter in You… Cont’d
- 27. • Average talking speed = 150 word per minute (wpm) • Average listening Speed = 500 wpm Introduction Cont’d
- 28. Introduction Cont’d Why do we Fail to listen Predict what to be said and switch off The topic is very complex to catch The topic is extremely simple Tired or worried Physical noise Linguistic noise The speaker has problems communication with attendees
- 29. Presentation elements that directly affect your audience: – Appearance and visuals – Voice – Content Introduction 55% 38% 7% Percentage Per factor Appearance and visuals Voice Content
- 31. Fail to Prepare ………… ………… Prepare to Fail Preparation cont’d
- 32. Preparation Persuade Inform Negotiate Motivate Entertain
- 33. • Identify the required output of your Presentation. Objective Clarification • Select the proper presentation Style that would best fit your objectives. Presentation Objective Preparation cont’d
- 34. • Identify the required output of your Presentation. Objective Clarification • Select the proper presentation Style that would best fit your objectives. Presentation Objective Preparation cont’d
- 35. Your objective should be SMART Preparation S M A R T cont’d
- 37. Visuals • Good visuals are clear, visible, and simple. • Good visuals must NOT be distracting. Preparation cont’d
- 38. • Map of Ideas create your list without thinking!!! • Selection sort out your list Preparation cont’d
- 39. • Map of Ideas Create your list without thinking!!! • Selection Sort out your list Preparation
- 40. Building Your Presentation Introduction Preparation Building your Presentation Presentation Delivery Presenter’s Characteristics Presentation Tips
- 41. Building Your Presentation Any presentation structure is composed of: an opening, a body, and a closing.
- 42. Presentations Opening. Building Your Presentation A B C D ttention enefits redentials irection and destination Cont’d
- 43. • Question • How many of you have an idea regarding the inflation rate in the Egyptian stock market? • Quotation • One may smile, and smile, and be a villain “William Shakespeare, Hamlet” • Anecdotes • Tell a short story (a personal one would be preferred) Presentation Opening Building Your Presentation Cont’d
- 44. • Shock Openings • “Regardless of your respectable presence here, I am sorry to say; you guys are wasting your time ….unless ….” • Historical Background • “20 years ago, when I last visited this place, this place was nothing but dessert area” Presentation Opening Building Your Presentation Cont’d
- 45. • Give your listener an overall framework. • Summarize after every section. • Follow your presentation structure. Body Building Your Presentation Cont’d
- 47. Some aspects should be considered in your body: – Organize – Illustrate – Repeat Building Your Presentation Cont’d
- 48. • Question • Quotation • Anecdotes • Summarize • Ask for action Closing Building Your Presentation Cont’d
- 50. • Most common delivery methods Presentation Delivery Reading Memorizing Speaking Cont’d
- 51. • Factors affecting quality of the delivery method: Presentation Delivery Location Capabilities Number of Audience Duration Culture Audience knowledge
- 52. Presenter’s Characteristics Introduction Preparation Building your Presentation Presentation Delivery Presenter’s Characteristics Presentation Tips
- 53. • First impression • The smile • Eye contact • Hand movement and gestures • Position and posture Presenter’s Characteristics: Body Language Cont’d
- 54. Samples of Body Language Gestures for Famous Speakers Bill Clinton answering questions about Monica Lewinsky in front of the Grand Jury The palms are intentionally used everywhere to infer an open, honest approach Cont’d
- 55. Adolf Hitler using one of history's most notable Palm-Down signals authority & power The pointing finger creates negative feelings in most listeners. 'Do it or else!' Cont’d Samples of Body Language Gestures for Famous Speakers
- 56. The fingertip-touch gestures described those speakers as 'thoughtful', 'goal-oriented' and 'focused'. Back and front views of the superiority-confidence gesture Cont’d Samples of Body Language Gestures for Famous Speakers
- 57. Obama’s arms posture is a strong indicator that Barack is emotionally closed-off and even defensive. Cont’d Samples of Body Language Gestures for Famous Speakers Putin false tie adjust indicates anxiety
- 58. 2/20/2024 Samples of Body Language Gestures for Famous Speakers Bashar el Assad elbows are held in so closely to the sides of the chest - it's very characteristic of a low-confidence emotional tone. Obama’s posture indicated his being anxious and pacifier
- 59. Volume How loud the sound is. Tone The characteristic of your sound. Pitch How high or low the tone is. Pace How long the sound lasts. Color The idea behind your voice. Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 60. Volume How loud the sound is. Tone The characteristic of your sound. Pitch How high or low the tone is. Pace How long the sound lasts. Color The idea behind your voice. Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 61. Volume How loud the sound is. Tone The characteristic of your sound. Pitch How high or low the tone is. Pace How long the sound lasts. Color The idea behind your voice. Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 62. Volume How loud the sound is. Tone The characteristic of your sound. Pitch How high or low the tone is. Pace How long the sound lasts. Color The idea behind your voice. Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 63. Volume How loud the sound is. Tone The characteristic of your sound. Pitch How high or low the tone is. Pace How long the sound lasts. Color The idea behind your voice. Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 64. • There are two methods for improving your voice: – Practice listening to your voice. – Listen to your voice !!!! Presenter’s Characteristics Voice Cont’d
- 65. What is your biggest fear ?
- 67. Presenter’s Characteristics Nerves • The main enemy of any presenter is TENSION • Symptoms of a nervous speaker: – Shaking knees – Shaking hands – Sore throat – Mind blank – Voice ruin – Sweat – Nervous laugh – Slide lock Cont’d
- 68. • “Do not fight your nerves, … Welcome them” • How to overcome your tension? – Before Presentation – During Presentation Presenter’s Characteristics Nerves
- 69. Always Remember that: You are Presenting to Win.
- 71. Effective Slide Format • Keep slides simple • Maintain a consistent, easy-to-read style ‒ Colors, Fonts • Accurate spelling and grammar • 7 x 7 rule: ‒ Max 7 lines per slide (3 – 5 is best) ‒ Max 7 words per line Cont’d
- 72. • Make sure to keep your slides simple. With too much text on each line, the audience will be trying to read what you write while you are talking. This will be very distracting to both you and your audience. Effective Slide Format • Maintain a consistent look and feel within each slide, and from one slide to the next. • Create high contrast between background and text • Don’t try to squeeze ▫ too many thoughts onto one slide. Cont’d
- 73. • Keep them simple and consistent • Use no more than five colors for charts or graphs • Use no more than two colors for text • Use colors with high contrast • Be careful with red because the eye will naturally go there first Colors Cont’d
- 74. • Keep them simple and consistent • Use no more than five colors for charts or graphs • Use no more than two colors for text • Use colors with high contrast • Be careful with red because the eye will naturally go there first Colors Cont’d
- 75. Fonts • Fonts are like colors, use sparingly • Minimize use of italics, bolding and shadows • Do NOT use all caps • Normal capitalization is easier to read Times New Roman Lucida Handwriting Arial Black Bookman Old Style Cont’d
- 76. • Fonts are like colors, use sparingly • Be consistent from slide to slide • Don’t overdo the use of italics, bolding and shadows • DO NOT USE ALL CAPS • Normal Capitalization Is Easier To Read Fonts Cont’d
- 77. • You should not have to ask: “Can you see that in back” • Titles should be 38-44 pt. font size • Text should be 24-28 pt font size 44 pt. 40 pt. 36 pt. 24 pt. 18 pt. 14 pt. Fonts Cont’d
- 78. Thanks Wish You Good Luck
Editor's Notes
- Propmter = ملقن= Reader
- Harvey Diamond : writer
- People often think of the ability to give a good presentation as being more of a talent than a skill. It would do many of us a lot of comfort to think that there is such a thing as “born speakers”. This would easily excuse us from the duty toward ourselves to make an effort on improving our presentation skills. This course is called Presentation Skills because we believe that the ability to give a good presentation is something that people can learn, and acquire through observation, practice and hard work. Always remember that good speakers came about by making a conscious effort to be so…. Nobody is a “born” speaker !
- People often think of the ability to give a good presentation as being more of a talent than a skill. It would do many of us a lot of comfort to think that there is such a thing as “born speakers”. This would easily excuse us from the duty toward ourselves to make an effort on improving our presentation skills. This course is called Presentation Skills because we believe that the ability to give a good presentation is something that people can learn, and acquire through observation, practice and hard work. Always remember that good speakers came about by making a conscious effort to be so…. Nobody is a “born” speaker !
- People often think of the ability to give a good presentation as being more of a talent than a skill. It would do many of us a lot of comfort to think that there is such a thing as “born speakers”. This would easily excuse us from the duty toward ourselves to make an effort on improving our presentation skills. This course is called Presentation Skills because we believe that the ability to give a good presentation is something that people can learn, and acquire through observation, practice and hard work. Always remember that good speakers came about by making a conscious effort to be so…. Nobody is a “born” speaker ! This means that listeners have a surplus of processing from what any speaker can provide to them. So what do they do with that surplus? They have a number of choices. They could use it to the benefit of their understanding, analyzing and questioning of the speakers speech, or, on the contrary they can use it to do something that is completely irrelevant to the speech
- Think of Your Listeners . Listening is much more difficult than reading "Listeners" listen somewhere between 25% and 50% of the time Information must be taken in "on the fly" with no backtracking Short-term memory holds only 5 to 7 points People remember only 10% of what they hear versus 50% of what they read If your audience only listens only part of the time and remembers only 10% of what they hear, then your "window" of communication is around 2.5% to 5.0% of your total presentation time! Therefore: Pity your poor listeners! Do everything you can to help your listeners to listen and remember.
- Think of Your Listeners . Listening is much more difficult than reading "Listeners" listen somewhere between 25% and 50% of the time Information must be taken in "on the fly" with no backtracking Short-term memory holds only 5 to 7 points People remember only 10% of what they hear versus 50% of what they read If your audience only listens only part of the time and remembers only 10% of what they hear, then your "window" of communication is around 2.5% to 5.0% of your total presentation time! Therefore: Pity your poor listeners! Do everything you can to help your listeners to listen and remember.
- Albert Mehrabian University of California, Los Angeles
- It is imperative to prepare for your presentation very well. If preparation is overlooked, it is most likely that the presentation will not be successful, especially for the novice speaker who needs a confidence boost with the comfort of knowing his stuff beforehand. Even an experienced speaker would tell you that presentations that are prepared carefully would deliver better results than unprepared or “impromptu” speeches.
- Depending on the objective that you want to deliver, your target audience, level of formality, purpose of presentation, you should decide on the shape or form of your presentation; for example; showing a new line of production for the top management of your company would require a presentation that basically Informs, while a presentation given to kids in a nursery is intended basically to Entertain.
- Achievable : done with the min effort, are there any limitations or constraints, can we do it with the resources we have ? Realistic : done within the resources available as men, money , equipment
- Your target audience should be a major factor in preparing your presentation. The success of your presentation is determined by the level of acceptance and understanding of your audience to your presentation. In order to identify your audience a series of sequential question should be adopted, and through the answers, you would be able to set your objective.
- You want your audience to focus on what you present not the way you present it!! Clear Instantly recognizable in context to your verbal message Focus on one idea per slide Directly relate to communication objective Visible You have to be able to see it to believe it Visuals should be legible to most distant viewer Simple Eliminate extraneous information
- Map of ideas: Having set your objective together with an understanding of your target audience, you will then need to start developing your presentation. To do so, you should start by developing a “map of ideas”. A map of ideas is also very often referred to as a “brain dump”. Basically what you would do at this stage is to arrange for yourself a number of sessions when you can have some quiet. Then place your objective written before you, and allow yourself to think of all the relevant ideas to your presentation topic. At this point, you should not rule out any ideas. Prepare a piece of paper and have a pen in your hand as you think, and once ANY idea comes to your mind, scribble it quickly on your sheet of paper. Your objective at this stage is to capture all the possible thoughts related to the subject. Selection: Having allowed yourself to dump all your ideas on paper, now comes the assessment and selection stage. At this point you’ll have to think very carefully of each scribble you have on your paper. You might find yourself grouping the ideas and then weighing them against one another. In any case, you’ll have to make sure that whatever you’ll include in your presentation will have to be relevant to your objective, your audience; and can be well-defended. Remember that it’s the “quality” not the “quantity” that counts. So don’t try to put squeeze as many points as you can into the presentation simply because your map of ideas was rich enough to contain so many points. Be selective in what you will ultimately include. At the end of the preparation exercise you should end up with a list of points that shall be discussed in your presentation. The next step would be to give them the context by building your talk.
- Map of ideas: Having set your objective together with an understanding of your target audience, you will then need to start developing your presentation. To do so, you should start by developing a “map of ideas”. A map of ideas is also very often referred to as a “brain dump”. Basically what you would do at this stage is to arrange for yourself a number of sessions when you can have some quiet. Then place your objective written before you, and allow yourself to think of all the relevant ideas to your presentation topic. At this point, you should not rule out any ideas. Prepare a piece of paper and have a pen in your hand as you think, and once ANY idea comes to your mind, scribble it quickly on your sheet of paper. Your objective at this stage is to capture all the possible thoughts related to the subject. Selection: Having allowed yourself to dump all your ideas on paper, now comes the assessment and selection stage. At this point you’ll have to think very carefully of each scribble you have on your paper. You might find yourself grouping the ideas and then weighing them against one another. In any case, you’ll have to make sure that whatever you’ll include in your presentation will have to be relevant to your objective, your audience; and can be well-defended. Remember that it’s the “quality” not the “quantity” that counts. So don’t try to put squeeze as many points as you can into the presentation simply because your map of ideas was rich enough to contain so many points. Be selective in what you will ultimately include. At the end of the preparation exercise you should end up with a list of points that shall be discussed in your presentation. The next step would be to give them the context by building your talk.
- Presentations and reports are ways of communicating ideas and information to a group. But unlike a report, a presentation carries the speaker's personality better and allows immediate interaction between all the participants. A good presentation has: Content - It contains information that people need. But unlike reports, which are read at the reader's own pace, presentations must account for how much information the audience can absorb in one sitting. Structure - It has a logical beginning, middle, and end. It must be sequenced and paced so that the audience can understand it. Where as reports have appendices and footnotes to guide the reader, the speaker must be careful not to loose the audience when wandering from the main point of the presentation.
- The Opening is one of the very critical moments in a presentation. It is common belief that first impressions always last. If that is true, then nothing could be more important to a presentation than those opening moments. So in order to make sure you have invested the Opening correctly, you will need to check that you will be including in it the list of the following elements, described in detail in the next few slides: Attention Benefits Credentials Direction and destination Benefits: People will need to realize the benefit they will gain by listening to you. If you make it clear to them as you start your presentation what benefit they are to expect, that would be a good incentive for them to keep listening. But always remember that, again, you will have to be very careful to mention a benefit that is relevant to this particular group of people. You should’ve found that out if you had researched your audience. Credentials: People need to put their trust in you in order to listen to you. If you are approaching an audience who do not know you, they will be wondering who you are, and whether or not you are qualified to talk about the subject of your presentation. It is normal for them to question your knowledge and experience, in order to make a decision on whether to believe you. That is why, it is sometimes advisable at the beginning of the presentation to satisfy this curiosity by mentioning your credentials (qualification) in relation to the topic of discussion. This should serve as a good starting point for your audience to start hearing you out. Direction and Destination: Then you need to set their expectation on the content of your presentation. It is best for you and them to outline your presentation at the very beginning than to have them wondering by the end of the presentation why you have not discussed something they were expecting you to talk about. Not only that, but giving your audience an outline helps them see the big picture, and so, they will be more relaxed throughout the presentation by knowing which part you have reached. Many speakers fall into the mistake of getting so caught up in the very fine details of their presentation, that they might forget to mention the purpose of the presentation to their audience, and they have everybody wondering halfway through the presentation what this is all about!
- The Body of your presentation is the first thing you should give some thought. With your Map of Ideas at hand, you are set to start. The Map of Ideas should set the framework for your talk. Do not stray into side issues that would waste time and confuse your audience. During your talk, it always advisable to summarize your point after spending some time on developing it. This way you will ensure that you have driven the message correctly. You will also need a structure to follow in your presentation.
- There are many different possible structures to base a speech or an argument: Problem/Solution Structure: Present the problem then it’s solution. Very common. Chronological Structure: By order of time Topical Structure: Each topic is discussed independently with clear cut lines and announcement by the speaker Spatial Structure: “General to particular” or “Particular to general” Theory/Practice Structure: Present the theory first and then show how it can be applied. Very common in scientific lectures and presentations
- Organize - provide structure and framework for the data you will present. List points to be covered and provide a "road map" of how you will get there. Illustrate - help listeners to visualize - convert data to information paint a picture tell a story make comparisons Repeat - improve audience reception of data remember that "listeners" listen only 25 to 50% of the time repetition often suggests importance
- Reading: Many people will revert to Reading as the most obvious and easiest method of delivery. Yes, it will ensure that you have not missed a word you have prepared for your presentation, but will it ensure that each of those words will be communicated effectively to your audience? The answer is NO. By reading you will miss out on a lot of important factors of a presentation: Eye contact, Body language and Expressive voice Memorizing: Memorizing might seem like a good alternative to reading because it allows more freedom of movement and body language by not having a paper in your hand. However, the truth is that Memorizing is just another form of reading. It is no better when it comes to natural interaction and good expression because you would be reading from the back of your mind. You will still sound mechanical; and even worse, you will not have the flexibility to make any spontaneous adaptations to your presentation. Speaking extemporaneously is the recommended method of delivery. It means that you are in fact, not following a very well-defined script through your presentation, but more conveniently you are following an outline that guides you through the points to talk about , but does not dictate the words you shall be using.
- + physical condidtions
- One of the easiest ways to create a good first impression is by making use of Body Language through a “Smile” A sincere smile delivers a message of a warm welcome, as if to say: “I am happy to here and I am glad you are here too” However, you need to be careful. Sometimes a forced smile can have an adverse effect on your audience. If your smile is not sincere it shall not be a “Felt” smile. It might fall into the category of the “False” smile or the “Miserable” smile. So don’t push yourself too much on smiling if you don’t feel like it. Eye Contact: is another very effective element of Body Language. By being able to look your audience in the eye, you will be giving the message that: You have an interest in reaching out to them and communicating with them You are confident and you have things under control You are sincere. The expression in your eyes will help convey whatever message you’re making very effectively But what do we mean by “looking your audience in the eye”? Your audience is not one person. There are typically quite a few people in the presentation. Thus, you will have to try to establish eye contact with as many of them (usually collectively in one direction then in another). In all cases you should not allow yourself to fall into the common mistake of looking at a single person during your talk… even if looking at them gives you comfort or reassurance. The rest of your audience are entitled to the same interest from you. Avoid eye movement that is short and jerky. Eye contact is considered established when it lasts for 2-3 seconds. Jerky glances will project an unconfident and apprehensive character. Your hands are another prominent aspect of your Body Language. For starters you should avoid the following: Playing with anything in your hands. Such motion of the hands will only serve as a distraction to your audience. They will watch the movement of your hands attentively rather than try to understand your speech… Route 350! Other hand motions might seem provocative, such as touching your face or running your hands through your hair excessively. Even worse is scratching! In order to make sure you will not be misusing your hands, it is advisable to do the following: Try to keep them empty. If you use a pen or pointer at a certain point in the presentation, get rid of it once its function is over. Don’t sway your hands or move them nervously. Instead, use them to add expression to what you are saying by gesturing. When you use gestures, try to make your movement noticed. So don’t move your hands at a low level. Instead, you should be stretching your arms at full length from the shoulders. Position and posture: In many presentations you may notice a speaker who walks excessively along his stage. That is because it is easy to fall into such a state of hyperactivity when you are nervous, which is only typical in a presentation. This is why you need to make a conscious effort not to fall into any of the following mistakes of excessive movement of the feet: Hopping from one foot to another Taking two steps forward and two steps back Rocking to and fro Swaying from side to side Standing on the sides of your shoes. Any of these movements will be irritating to your audience, and will cause a distraction to their attention.
- Reference: The Definitive Book of Body Language by Allan & Barbara Pease
- The voice is probably the most valuable tool of the presenter. It carries most of the content that the audience takes away. One of the oddities of speech is that we can easily tell others what is wrong with their voice, e.g. too fast, too high, too soft, etc., but we have trouble listening to and changing our own voices. There are five main terms used for defining vocal qualities: Volume: The goal is to be heard without shouting. Good speakers lower their voice to draw the audience in, and raise it to make a point. Tone: An airplane has a different sound than leaves being rustled by the wind. A voice that carries fear can frighten the audience, while a voice that carries laughter can get the audience to smile. Pitch: Pee Wee Herman has a high voice, Barbara Walters has a moderate voice, while James Earl Jones has a low voice. Pace: Talking too fast causes the words and syllables to be short, while talking slowly lengthens them. Varying the pace helps to maintain the audience's interest. Color: Both projection and tone variance can be practiced by taking the line "This new policy is going to be exciting" and saying it first with surprise, then with irony, then with grief, and finally with anger. The key is to over-act.
- The voice is probably the most valuable tool of the presenter. It carries most of the content that the audience takes away. One of the oddities of speech is that we can easily tell others what is wrong with their voice, e.g. too fast, too high, too soft, etc., but we have trouble listening to and changing our own voices. There are five main terms used for defining vocal qualities: Volume: The goal is to be heard without shouting. Good speakers lower their voice to draw the audience in, and raise it to make a point. Tone: An airplane has a different sound than leaves being rustled by the wind. A voice that carries fear can frighten the audience, while a voice that carries laughter can get the audience to smile. Pitch: Pee Wee Herman has a high voice, Barbara Walters has a moderate voice, while James Earl Jones has a low voice. Pace: Talking too fast causes the words and syllables to be short, while talking slowly lengthens them. Varying the pace helps to maintain the audience's interest. Color: Both projection and tone variance can be practiced by taking the line "This new policy is going to be exciting" and saying it first with surprise, then with irony, then with grief, and finally with anger. The key is to over-act.
- The voice is probably the most valuable tool of the presenter. It carries most of the content that the audience takes away. One of the oddities of speech is that we can easily tell others what is wrong with their voice, e.g. too fast, too high, too soft, etc., but we have trouble listening to and changing our own voices. There are five main terms used for defining vocal qualities: Volume: The goal is to be heard without shouting. Good speakers lower their voice to draw the audience in, and raise it to make a point. Tone: An airplane has a different sound than leaves being rustled by the wind. A voice that carries fear can frighten the audience, while a voice that carries laughter can get the audience to smile. Pitch: Pee Wee Herman has a high voice, Barbara Walters has a moderate voice, while James Earl Jones has a low voice. Pace: Talking too fast causes the words and syllables to be short, while talking slowly lengthens them. Varying the pace helps to maintain the audience's interest. Color: Both projection and tone variance can be practiced by taking the line "This new policy is going to be exciting" and saying it first with surprise, then with irony, then with grief, and finally with anger. The key is to over-act.
- The voice is probably the most valuable tool of the presenter. It carries most of the content that the audience takes away. One of the oddities of speech is that we can easily tell others what is wrong with their voice, e.g. too fast, too high, too soft, etc., but we have trouble listening to and changing our own voices. There are five main terms used for defining vocal qualities: Volume: The goal is to be heard without shouting. Good speakers lower their voice to draw the audience in, and raise it to make a point. Tone: An airplane has a different sound than leaves being rustled by the wind. A voice that carries fear can frighten the audience, while a voice that carries laughter can get the audience to smile. Pitch: Pee Wee Herman has a high voice, Barbara Walters has a moderate voice, while James Earl Jones has a low voice. Pace: Talking too fast causes the words and syllables to be short, while talking slowly lengthens them. Varying the pace helps to maintain the audience's interest. Color: Both projection and tone variance can be practiced by taking the line "This new policy is going to be exciting" and saying it first with surprise, then with irony, then with grief, and finally with anger. The key is to over-act.
- The voice is probably the most valuable tool of the presenter. It carries most of the content that the audience takes away. One of the oddities of speech is that we can easily tell others what is wrong with their voice, e.g. too fast, too high, too soft, etc., but we have trouble listening to and changing our own voices. There are five main terms used for defining vocal qualities: Volume: The goal is to be heard without shouting. Good speakers lower their voice to draw the audience in, and raise it to make a point. Tone: An airplane has a different sound than leaves being rustled by the wind. A voice that carries fear can frighten the audience, while a voice that carries laughter can get the audience to smile. Pitch: Pee Wee Herman has a high voice, Barbara Walters has a moderate voice, while James Earl Jones has a low voice. Pace: Talking too fast causes the words and syllables to be short, while talking slowly lengthens them. Varying the pace helps to maintain the audience's interest. Color: Both projection and tone variance can be practiced by taking the line "This new policy is going to be exciting" and saying it first with surprise, then with irony, then with grief, and finally with anger. The key is to over-act.
- Anger ليه – نعم- Fear Excitement ازاى – سلام Sarcasm
- Dale carnigie
- First, do not fight nerves, welcome them! Then you can get on with the presentation instead of focusing in on being nervous. Actors recognize the value of nerves...they add to the value of the performance. This is because adrenaline starts to kick in. It's a left over from our ancestors' "fight or flight" syndrome. If you welcome nerves, then the presentation becomes a challenge and you become better. If you let your nerves take over, then you go into the flight mode by withdrawing from the audience. Again, welcome your nerves, recognize them, let them help you gain that needed edge! Do not go into the flight mode! When you feel tension or anxiety, remember that everyone gets them, but the winners use them to their advantage, while the losers get overwhelmed by them. How to overcome your tension? Tension can be reduced by performing some relaxation exercises. Listed below are a couple to get you started: Before the presentation: Lie on the floor. Your back should be flat on the floor. Pull your feet towards you so that your knees are up in the air. Relax. Close your eyes. Fell your back spreading out and supporting your weight. Feel your neck lengthening. Work your way through your body, relaxing one section at a time - your toes, feet, legs, torso, etc. When finished, stand up slowly and try to maintain the relaxed feeling in a standing position. If you cannot lie down: Stand with you feet about 6 inches apart, arms hanging by your sides, and fingers unclenched. Gently shake each part of your body, starting with your hands, then arms, shoulders, torso, and legs. Concentrate on shaking out the tension. Then slowly rotate your shoulders forwards and the backwards. Move on to your head. Rotate it slowly clockwise, and then counter-clockwise. Mental Visualization: Before the presentation, visualize the room, audience, and you giving the presentation. Mentally go over what you are going to do from the moment you start to the end of the presentation. During the presentation: Take a moment to yourself by getting a drink of water, take a deep breath, concentrate on relaxing the most tense part of your body, and then return to the presentation saying to your self, "I can do it!" You do NOT need to get rid of anxiety and tension! Channel the energy into concentration and expressiveness. Know that anxiety and tension is not as noticeable to the audience as it is to you. Know that even the best presenters make mistakes. The key is to continue on after the mistake. If you pick up and continue, so will the audience. Winners continue! Losers stop! Never drink alcohol to reduce tension! It affects not only your coordination but also your awareness of coordination. You might not realize it, but your audience will!