Presentations (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series)

Harvard Business School Press

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Feeling stressed about your upcoming presentation? Whether you're nervous about how you'll organize your thoughts or how you'll articulate them on the big day, Presentations provides the quick guidelines and expert tips you need to: Craft your messagePrepare and rehearse effectivelyEngage your audienceManage Q&A sessions Don't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with HBR's 20-Minute Manager series. Whether you need a crash course or a brief refresher, each book in the series is a concise, practical primer that will help you brush up on a key management topic.

Advice you can quickly read and apply, for ambitious professionals and aspiring executives--from the most trusted source in business. Also available as an ebook.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Clear Objective and Message: Clearly define the objective of the presentation and craft a concise message that aligns with that goal.

  2. Know Your Audience: Understand the audience's needs, interests, and level of understanding to tailor the content and delivery appropriately.

  3. Structuring the Presentation: Organize the presentation logically with a clear introduction, main content, and conclusion, ensuring a smooth flow of ideas.

  4. Engaging Content and Storytelling: Use engaging content, storytelling techniques, visuals, and anecdotes to capture and maintain audience interest.

  5. Effective Visual Aids: Utilize visuals such as slides, graphs, and images effectively to complement your message without overwhelming the audience.

  6. Confident Delivery and Body Language: Practice confident and engaging delivery, paying attention to body language, eye contact, and vocal tone.

  7. Interaction and Engagement: Encourage audience participation, interaction, and questions to keep them engaged and involved throughout the presentation.

  8. Practice and Rehearsal: Practice the presentation multiple times to become familiar with the content and ensure smooth delivery.

  9. Handling Q&A Sessions: Prepare for potential questions and have clear, concise responses. Be open to engaging in discussions during the Q&A session.

  10. Feedback and Continuous Improvement: Seek feedback after the presentation and use it for continuous improvement in future presentations.

Language English
ISBN-10 9781625270863
ISBN-13 9781625270863
No of pages 112
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Harvard Business Review Press
Published Date 11 Mar 2014

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