10 Things to Avoid During Presentations

Whether if it’s an assignment you present or a product you promote, a good presentation can give a great first impression!

Here are 10 important things to be aware of during your presentation:

1. Reading the text on the slides
   What’s the main reason for you to use a PowerPoint or Keynote presentation? To illustrate what you’re saying, to give yourself a good outline for your presentation, or to spice up your words with some flashy graphics? Whatever the reason, make sure you don’t literally read what’s on the slide. Doing that will eliminate the need for the slides to be there in the first place.
2. Speaking towards the screen
   This is directly connected to the first point. When you read what’s on the slides you have to turn your head towards the screen. This doesn’t only make it less interesting to watch, it also projects your voice in the wrong direction, causing it to sound muffled. While projecting your voice towards the audience they will also be able to see the expression on your face, making it easier for them to understand and stay focused. Read more

   Written by Hugo · Filed Under Presenting 
   Tagged: great first impression, keynote, powerpoint, presentation, Presenting, productivity, slides