- make your theme clear and consistent
- create a headline that sets the direction for your meeting
- provide the outline
- opens & close each section with clear transition
- make it easy for your listeners to follow your story
- demonstrate enthusiasm
- wow your audience
- sell an experience
- make numbers and stats meaningful
- analogies help connect the dots for your audience
- make it visual
- paint a simple picture that doesn't overwhelm
- give 'em a show
- identify your memorable moment and build up to it
- rehearse rehearse rehearse
- "And one last thing..." give your audience an added bonus to walk away with
- a strong opening, a strong closure, and an encore with "one more thing"
- 10 hours to rehearse for a new 30-minute presentation. It may sound like a lot, but if you want Jobs-style drama, you need to know your material cold.
- A Vision: If your topic can’t be summed up in 10 words or less, it’s too broad.
- A Clear Structure: An organized speech is easier for the audience to follow.
- Visuals: Eye-catching graphics form the basis of the most compelling slides.
- Dramatic Flair: A few time-tested storytelling devices help build excitement.
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