If you want to deliver a good presentation, you need to speak with confidence. If you are nervous and uncertain, you won't be very convincing when you try to convey your argument or key points. For many untrained presenters, the fear of public speaking can be daunting. However, being fearful or nervous does not mean that you cannot be confident. The goal when delivering your presentation is to embrace both fear and confidence. You should be nervous: that is on-edge, excited and focused. While at the same time you should be confident: assured and believing. This section will provide you with some guidelines on how to be confident when delivering your presentation. 



Interesting tips from this video include:

1.    Try and speak more slowly than usual
2.    Speak a little louder than your usual speaking voice, but be mindful of shouting at the audience
3.    Use emotion and intonation to bring your point across


Activity:

1.    Apply these three tips when rehearsing the first three slides of your presentation.
2.    Study the report giving you feedback on your presentation.
3.    How did the feedback change?

Confidence is essential to a successful presentation. The best way to build confidence is to prepare. Including the tips learned in the section on body language with the three tips on how to be confident when presenting will enable you to manage the nervousness you may feel initially when you start presenting. Remember that you are the expert! 
It is recommended that you start off by getting your audience to smile and nod, this will help your nerves to settle and enable you to feel more confident. Doing this will assist you in maintaining the momentum of your presentation. 




Last modified: Monday, 30 October 2023, 3:01 PM