Some tips for speaking in front of a group Giving Presentations Some tips for speaking in front of a group
How should you stand? Stand up straight Shoulders back Body relaxed Head up Don’t slouch Don’t lean too much
What should you do with your hands? Use them to emphasize words Keep them steady (don’t shake) Use them for pointing, gesturing Don’t keep them too still
How can you emphasize something? Repeat it Use your hands Use your voice Say it loudly, slowly Don’t just underline on the PPT
What should you do when you feel nervous? Breathe deeply Fix your posture Look at a friend in the audience Don’t speak too quickly Don’t look down
How should you keep eye contact with the group? Look at individuals Look at the back of the room Don’t just look down Don’t just look at your PPT
How fast should you speak? Speak slower than you think you should Say key words clearly Don’t lose all emotion in your voice Don’t speak too quickly
How should you show enthusiasm? With your voice With your body With eye contact Don’t keep your voice flat Don’t keep your body stiff