A Bad Presentation

I do a lot of public speaking, training programs, workshops and seminars. I need to know my way around a presentation.

As president of our local toastmasters, I have a good idea on the presentation skills someone needs when they speak or present in public.

Some common mistakes include:
1.    Reading from the slide of a PowerPoint presentation
2.    Not staying focused on the material
3.    Not engaging the audience
4.    Lecturing instead of having a discussion
5.    Improper lighting and room setup
6.    Not practicing your presentation/speech

Have respect for your audience. Practice your presentation before delivering it. Nothing looks more unprofessional than being unprepared. Tape your presentation. Do a dry run. Know how much time it will take.

A bad presentation can do more harm to your business than you can possibly imagine.

Ron Finklestein
Small Business Coach
330-990-0788
ron@akris.net