{"id":12095,"date":"2021-03-27T09:05:25","date_gmt":"2021-03-27T09:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/?p=12095"},"modified":"2021-06-03T12:53:06","modified_gmt":"2021-06-03T04:53:06","slug":"foolproof-your-presentation-10-tips-for-delivering-professional-presentations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/foolproof-your-presentation-10-tips-for-delivering-professional-presentations\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art Of Making Persuasive, Impactful Presentations"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li>There are three components of the message you deliver; your words, tone of voice, and body language.<\/li>\n<li>The article explains the core aspects of presenting and tips for a better and impactful presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In today\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s corporate world, most positions involve making presentations \u00e2\u20ac\u201c be it to clients, colleagues, or management. And the truth is, just as its cover often judges a book, we are, more often than not, judged by how we say things rather than what we say.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Presentation is more than simply standing at a podium and running through a series of PowerPoint slides. It is about engaging the audience and presenting your ideas in a clear, concise and persuasive manner.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>A persuasive presentation should change the audience\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s emotional state to believe and feel a decision must be made\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6 right now. Your role as a presenter is to motivate and invite the audience to act, think and feel differently due to what you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve said so they will take some form of action.<\/p>\n<p>To do this, we need to understand the different elements of effective communication. There are three components of the message you deliver; your words, tone of voice, and body language.<\/p>\n<p>When you are designing your presentation, the words you choose convey only 7% of the message. It is vital that what you say to your audience be conveyed in the proper sequence. Your content may be brilliant but can be boring if your message falls flat. Therefore, words alone are not enough.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12109  alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"552\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b8.jpg 783w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b8-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b8-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b8-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The tone is the second component. 38% of a message is contained in the speaker\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s tonality and emphasis on different words.&nbsp; By deliberately changing your tone of voice, you can transform the entire message and how you affect your audience. This is where practising both soft and harsh tones can impact the outcome of your presentation.<\/p>\n<p>The last component of your message is body language. 55% of your message is contained in your non-verbal communication.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Visual impressions are very powerful \u00e2\u20ac\u201c posture and non-verbal communication such as eye contact, facial expressions, appearance, movement, body language and gestures play a significant role in your ability to communicate. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12111  alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"473\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b9.jpg 783w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b9-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b9-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b9-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Here eight things you can do today to put you on the path to becoming a better presenter.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<h6><strong>1. Put yourself in the audience\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s place<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>If your presentation is boring to you, it will be boring to them. Most people ask themselves, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153What do I want to say to these people?\u00e2\u20ac\u009d&nbsp; The questions you should be asking are, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153What decisions do these people need to make?\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and \u00e2\u20ac\u0153What information do I need to provide so they can make an informed decision?\u00e2\u20ac\u009d By starting with these questions, you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll be better positioned to create content that engages your audience.<\/p>\n<h6><strong>2. Match your presentation style to the size of your audience<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>Successful presenters match their style to the presentation situation. Ballroom style presentations are for larger audiences, and the main objective of such presentations are to entertain. They are appropriate for imparting information to a large crowd such as that gathered in a hotel ballroom.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12112  alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b10.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"499\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b10.jpg 783w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b10-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b10-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b10-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Conference style presentations are for smaller audiences, and the objectives of these presentations are, by contrast, to inform and usually have a focused goal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>The aim is to get the audience to take a specific action: buy the product, approve the proposal, implement the recommendations or make the investment.<\/em><\/p>\n<h6><strong>3. Know your audience<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>Ask yourself the following questions: Who is likely to take action? How much does my audience already know? What would their likely response be? Is what I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m proposing in their best interest?<\/p>\n<h6><strong>4. Use an attention-grabbing opening<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>Some of the ways you can open the presentation include using a quote, give a statistic, ask the audience a question or cite a recent news story or topical publication.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>A great opener will set the tone for what follows. <\/em><\/p>\n<h6><strong>5. Use visuals to enhance your presentation and support your message<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>Visuals help your presentation make things happen. Clear pictures multiply the audience\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s understanding and help the listeners\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 recall days after the presentation. Visual aids add impact and interest to a presentation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12113  alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b11.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"529\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b11.jpg 783w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b11-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b11-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/b11-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6><strong>6. Prepare slides that are clear and readable<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>Use a minimum font size of 20 \u00e2\u20ac\u201c 24pts. Use pictures, graphs, tables and props whenever you can. Limit the number of words and use large, bold letters. Stick with commonly used fonts such as Arial, Helvetica, or Tahoma.<\/p>\n<h6><strong>7. Close the presentation well<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>As you come to the end of the presentation, summarize the main points. Leave the audience with something to think about. If specific action is needed, get them started right away.<\/p>\n<h6><strong>8. End with a statement of purpose<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>What you say last is what is remembered most. <\/em><\/p>\n<p>The purpose statement provides one to three key points you want your audience to remember. Use the opportunity to drive home your key points one final time. Apply these simple tips, and you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll be well on your way to becoming a great presenter.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to coaching to improve your executive presence online, get in touch with Pamela <a href=\"http:\/\/dev2.webhubglobal.com\/experential\/executive-presentation-coaching\/\">here<\/a> and request a free 20-minute consultation. Or drop us an email here <a href=\"mailto:pam@experiential.sg\">pam@experiential.sg<\/a> .<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pamela Wigglesworth, CSP, is an international communication consultant, high-performance presentation coach, speaker, and CEO of Experiential.&nbsp; She helps clients establish their executive presence, structure a clear, concise message, and deliver their thoughts and ideas with style, confidence, and authority.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are three components of the message you deliver; your words, tone of voice, and body language. The article explains the core aspects of presenting and tips for a better and impactful presentation. In today\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s corporate world, most positions involve making presentations \u00e2\u20ac\u201c be it to clients, colleagues, or management. 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