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Presentation skills Careers Network

Learning objectives • To understand the basics of a good presentation • Gain an insight of how to best structure a presentation • How to create impact in presentations

Presentations What makes a good presentation? Think about a good presentation you have attended in the past. What made it good?

What you need • Planning • Content and structure • Delivery • Supporting Materials • Evaluation

Planning – What to consider • Decide on purpose of presentation • What’s your message? • Who will the audience be? • Length of time available • Handouts • Equipment available/room layout

Structuring presentations • Introduction - Who you are, aims of the presentation • Key points – The core of your presentation • Conclusion

Introduction • Say what your presentation is about • Introduce your aims and objectives – The number of aims and objectives should be appropriate to the time you have. • Grab the audiences attention

Key Points • Less is more • Do not overload your presentation with text • Never lose sight of the presentation topic

The Delivery • Dress smartly • Introduce yourself • Speak clearly • Keep to time • Silence is golden • Eye contact • Involve your audience • Be visible

Conclusion • Summarize your key points • End positively • Ask if anyone has questions • Be prepared to debate

Creating impact • Visual aids. Choose carefully • Less is more. Use visual aids to support you not to replace you. • Provide handouts • Ask questions to your audience

A good presentation Shows evidence of: • Knowledge • Personal Contribution • Organisation • Detail and quality of powerpoint or other visual aids • Oral skills – and enthusiasm