Improve your Presentation Skills : Part 2
Improve your Presentation Skills : Part 2
Body Language
It's said that 80% of a
successful presentation is about body language, and only 20% is about content.
So use these top tips to communicate the right message through your body:
- Make eye contact with people
at all times. Never stare at the ceiling or back of the room as you
present, unless the nerves are too much.
- Appear confident. Use an
open stance, stand tall and proud. Smile and let your personality shine.
Don't be overly formal.
- Remember that relaxed body
language conveys honesty and openness. So walk around a little and make
use of props to hold onto.
- Vary your voice and use
slow, open hand gestures. Never have your hands in your pocket or play
with a pen. Move your hands to an open position and then pause for effect.
- Speak slowly and carefully,
but passionately. If you're enthusiastic about the topic, then your
listeners will be as well.
Spark Interaction
Encourage interaction with others
during your presentation. By having others talk for a few seconds, it takes the
focus off you temporarily, to let you clear your head and focus on the key
points ahead. Another trick to clear your head is to pause while your team are
reading a slide or considering key points you've just mentioned.
Remember, public speaking is one
of the hardest things to master. But if you prepare carefully, take it slowly
on the day and are enthusiastic about it, then you will deliver a powerful
presentation to your colleagues.
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