Tips for Creating a Presentation
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use lots of images, charts, and graphs to illustrate your points - use your voice rather than text to explain
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limit the amount of information on each slide, no more than two or three points
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have lots of empty space on your slides to focus the attention of your audience on what is really important: YOU!
Tips for Presenting
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dress neatly; do not let your appearance distract from your presentation
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smile - it will put you and your audience at ease
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greet your audience and tell them what to expect during your presentation
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speak clearly and slowly
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make eye contact with your audience
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involve your audience by asking a question (be aware of time though - you could ask your audience to think of an answer instead of answering out loud)
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use humor if it is appropriate
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being nervous is okay; do not apologize too much for mistakes
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having notes will make you more confident about your material
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do not read your slides
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explain everything; do not assume your audience already understands your topic
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rehearse - it will make you more comfortable with your presentation and help you with the time limit
