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Strategies for effective presentation

1.Components of a Good Speech

material, preparation, voice(vocal variety, pacing, projection, tone, inflection),

gestures, posture, eye contact, positive energy, dynamic presence,

relaxation, humor
2.Overcoming Anxiety

- Know the room. Become familiar with the place in which you will speak.

- Know the audience. If possible meet and greet with members of the group

as they arrive.

- Know your material. Nervousness increases when you are not familiar with

your material. Practice your speech and revise it until you can present it with

ease.

- Learn how to relax. Do breathing and relaxation exercises

a. Sit comfortably, breathe in slowly, hold your breath for 4 to 5 seconds, then

slowly exhale. Do these cleansing breaths, several in a row.

b. Relax your face and jaw muscles by massaging them, moving them

around; open mouth and eyes wide, then close them tightly.

3.Visualize yourself speaking. Imagine yourself walking confidently to

the lectern as the audience applauds. Imagine yourself speaking, your voice

loud, clear and assured. When you visualize yourself as successful, you will be

successful.

lectern - a piece of furniture with a sloping part on which a book or paper is

put to be read from

4.Realize people want you to succeed. All audiences want speakers to be interesting, stimulating, informative and entertaining. They want you to succeed, not fail.
5.Don’t apologize for being nervous. Don’t apologize for any problems.

It’s a sign of weakness.

6.Concentrate on your message and speech. Focus your attention

away from your anxieties. Concentrate on delivering the best speech or paper

possible.