Five Oral Tips

Upon the close realization of the oral presentations we have been assigned to give, I’ve comprised a list of essentials in order to succeed.

Although our presentations have to be delivered virtually, we still should keep in mind the necessary tools needs to deliver a bomb-a** presentation. That being said, here are the FIVE ORAL TIPS 😉

• Clarity and Speed
  • It is very very very important, whether the delivery is in-person or online, that the presentation is clear and a tempo. The listeners should be able to understand every word, and every sentiment. The points made should be easy to understand.
• Strong Opening Statement
  • Now, it might be even MORE important to catch your audience while their attention is hot off the stove, okay? The opening line is the attention-grabber, it has to be smokin’. This statement should get everyone excited to hear the entire ten minutes-without falling asleep.
• Little to No Technical Difficulties
  • Being that our speeches have to be given virtually, the possibility for technical difficulties greatly increases. However, even in an in-person presentation has room for error when it comes to technical issues. I’ve seen so many faulty powerpoints or messed up video links which compromise the integrity of the entire presentation, because now everyone is watching boo boo the fool fumble with the computer. The best presentation is almost seamless, or has quick recovery time when a mistake occurs.
• “Eye Contact” or “Screen/Camera Contact”
  • This is a tough cookie given the virtual aspect but still, something to think about. You should look at the camera or screen so the audience feels engaged at all times. No looking off the side, or out at the window behind your desk-right into the audiences little baby zoom screens.
• Engagement!
  • Last, but most certainly not least, it’s important to keep your audience engaged with what your saying. The content should be presented in an interesting and fun way. There should be questions asked to the people, keep them involved with the topic as much as possible.

I plan on implementing these tools in my presentation by doing exactly what I said. 🙂 I plan to write an amazing opening, look right into my screen, practice my presentation over and over so the chance for issues goes way down, and engage the pants off my peers.