Presentation strategies

Purpose of presentation 

 

1. To Inform

To give facts or information about a topic so the audience can understand it clearly.

2. To Convince

To change the audience’s opinion or make them agree with your idea or decision.

3. To Educate

To teach the audience something new and increase their knowledge or skills.

4. To Inspire

To motivate the audience and encourage them to think positively or take action.

5. To Entertain

To keep the audience interested and happy through fun, stories, or humor.

How to Make an Effective Presentation:

1. Show your passion to keep the audience interested.

2. Understand audience needs and speak accordingly.

3. Keep it simple with clear ideas and words.

4. Smile and make eye contact to build confidence and connection.

5. Start strongly with an interesting opening.

6. Follow the 10–20–30 rule: 10 slides, 20 minutes, 30 points per slide.

Presentation Outline:

1. Introduction

The introduction sets the tone of the presentation. Begin by grabbing the audience’s attention using a question, quote, fact, or short story. Clearly introduce the topic and explain the purpose of your presentation so the audience knows why they are listening. Finally, preview the main points to give the audience an idea of what will be discussed.

2. Body

The body is the main part of the presentation where you explain your ideas in detail. Arrange the content in a clear chronological or logical order so it is easy to follow. Present one main point per slide to avoid confusion. Use visuals such as images, charts, graphs, or diagrams to support your points and make the presentation more interesting and easy to understand.

3. Conclusion

The conclusion helps the audience remember your presentation. Summarize the key points briefly and clearly. End with a strong final thought, such as a message, recommendation, or call to action. Lastly, plan time for a question-and-answer (Q&A) session to clear doubts and interact with the audience.