Presentation skills have evolved over time from classical rhetoric focusing on ethos, logos and pathos, to the modern era where logos has become dominant with slide projectors and digital tools. Effective presentations tell a story through speech or use slides to convey waves of information like a heart monitor. Bullet points should deliver facts not talking points, with the audience able to absorb only a few points. Good presenters establish expertise, understand their audience's needs and wants, and write out what they will say before making slides. The presentation should have a clear flow led by the presenter, not just bullet point islands. Effective starts use mind maps to explore topics and choose the right tools based on the space, allowing audience engagement through polls or