10 Quick Presentation Tips

1. Know what you want to accomplish.
2. Have a theme.
3. Always be prepared to present in the most basic manner. Don't rely on technology.
4. If possible, avoid the use of PowerPoint. If you use PowerPoint, use only a few slides.
5. Don't have them hold their questions.
6. Make meaningful eye contact that lets them know you know they are present. [No general gaze.]
7. Vary your tone of voice and your rate of speech.
8. Don't tell them how to assemble a watch if they only want the time.
9. Put them at ease.
10. Ask if there are any areas that need elaboration.