This book covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review a range of presentation formats. The types of presentations that are covered include verbal presentations (to both large and small audiences), web conferencing, video and audio file preparation and poster creation. Presentations that do not require digital tools and aids for delivery are also included.
The book is a handy and reliable guide for those who are required to prepare and present formal and informal presentations, training sessions, interviews, speeches and information briefings. The critical importance of meeting the presentation purpose and the needs of the target audience are emphasised throughout each chapter. Step-by-step procedures explain how to develop key points, then expand on these to cover a range of concepts, information and ideas. The techniques are simple to follow and are useful for simple or more complex presentations.
The principles of effective communication are extensively covered, giving presenters a good grasp of the fundamentals that help ensure a successful presentation. The reasons why some presentations fail to engage audiences are discussed, along with ways to ensure they are avoided. Suggestions and tips for managing audiences and unexpected events are explained along with explanations for why these strategies are effective. The pros and cons of different techniques to get useful feedback from audiences are discussed, with a broad selection of evaluation approaches being included.
Sequencing and organising presentation activities range in complexity depending on the nature of the presentation, the location (venue) and the audience characteristics. The book suggests a number of tasks in a recommended time sequence - ideal for customising and using as a checklist for a range of situations. Ways to recognise when you will need help with presentation preparation and strategies to enlist this assistance are addressed. Techniques to ensure that your helpers know exactly what to do and how to prepare for properly for your event are suggested.
This book was written in Australia and therefore (occasionally) refers to Australian laws and workplace requirements. These should be used as a guide to similar types of legislation and organisational expectations that may apply in other countries.
'Prepare and deliver a verbal presentation' is a component of the 'Skills development' series of books.
The book is a handy and reliable guide for those who are required to prepare and present formal and informal presentations, training sessions, interviews, speeches and information briefings. The critical importance of meeting the presentation purpose and the needs of the target audience are emphasised throughout each chapter. Step-by-step procedures explain how to develop key points, then expand on these to cover a range of concepts, information and ideas. The techniques are simple to follow and are useful for simple or more complex presentations.
The principles of effective communication are extensively covered, giving presenters a good grasp of the fundamentals that help ensure a successful presentation. The reasons why some presentations fail to engage audiences are discussed, along with ways to ensure they are avoided. Suggestions and tips for managing audiences and unexpected events are explained along with explanations for why these strategies are effective. The pros and cons of different techniques to get useful feedback from audiences are discussed, with a broad selection of evaluation approaches being included.
Sequencing and organising presentation activities range in complexity depending on the nature of the presentation, the location (venue) and the audience characteristics. The book suggests a number of tasks in a recommended time sequence - ideal for customising and using as a checklist for a range of situations. Ways to recognise when you will need help with presentation preparation and strategies to enlist this assistance are addressed. Techniques to ensure that your helpers know exactly what to do and how to prepare for properly for your event are suggested.
This book was written in Australia and therefore (occasionally) refers to Australian laws and workplace requirements. These should be used as a guide to similar types of legislation and organisational expectations that may apply in other countries.
'Prepare and deliver a verbal presentation' is a component of the 'Skills development' series of books.
