1. Steps to a Great Presentation

2. Steps to a Great Presentation
Select an appropriate Topic
Develop an Outline
Follow suggested slide format
Follow suggested Do’s and Don'ts

3. Select a Topic What are my interests? Who is my audience?
What is my purpose?
What are my resources?

4. Using an outline creator like:
Develop an Outline
Using an outline creator like:
PowerPoint
Word

5. Develop an Outline An effective presentation must contain:
Introduction
Objective
Main points (no more than 3)
Conclusion

6. Suggested Slide Format
Limit the information on each slide to:
1 thought per line
4 X 6 rule
Max of 6 words per, 4 lines OR
Max of 4 words per line, 6 lines
Font size > 36

7. Suggested Slide Format
Use a slide template for consistency
Limit ‘bells & whistles’
Limit use of graphics
Limit fonts to 2

8. Presentation Do’s Write a script Limit time 2 to 3 minutes per slide
Be prepared to answer questions

9. Presentation Do’s
Look at your audience (not the screen)
Rehearse

10. In Conclusion Select a Topic Develop an Outline
Follow suggested slide format
Rehearse