Effective Presentations [PowerPoint, 11 MB] .pptVIP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Be Visible Use Sans Serif fonts (fonts without feet) e.g. Arial, Tahoma, Trebuchet, Verdana, etc. Titles should be 32-44 pt. font size, BOLD Text should be as large as possible First level 24-32 pt font size Second level 20-28 pt font size Etc. Use color wisely Contrasting colors Red/Blue Conflict Red letters on blue background creates “flicker effect” Blue letters on red background just as bad Low Contrast White on yellow Yellow on white Black on blue Blue on black “Fly-In” vs “Wipe” Less distracting Reduces eye movement Increases readability Could you read this? How about this one? Maybe the third time is the charm! Be CONSISTENT throughout presentation! Upper left Upper right Lower left Lower right Eye Movement The “Z” Rule EffectivePresentation Techniques What Makes an Effective Speaker? Control of information The voice used The right words Use of body language Prompts, scripts and notes The right location Useful and meaningful visual aids Vocal Techniques Loudness Will you be using a microphone? Pitch Vary to make points Rate Watch your audience Pause for effect Allow time for message to “sink in” Deviate from the norm for emphasis The Voice C: Clear – the use of simple, easily understood words and phrases L: Loud (enough) – it is important that everyone can hear you A: Assertive – a bright and confident air born of knowledge of the subject and good preparation P: Pause – it is essential to allow the listeners time to digest what you have said Use the Rights Words What you say, and how you say it,is the key to a successful presentation: P – state your position or point R – explain your ideas E – use examples P – restate your position or point Use of Body Language Make eye contact Use your hands, but don’t go crazy If possible move around, but slowly! DON’T speak with your back to the audience Body Language Make eye contact,…but move focus around the audience Use