6 steps to successfully present other people\u2019s content \u2013 especially in another language!<\/a><\/span> Lots and lots of practice out loud and in my head.<\/p>\nGet feedback<\/b>. Especially when I was less experienced in giving presentations, I would rehearse in front of colleagues and friends and ask for their feedback. I don\u2019t do this so much now because I\u2019ve received A LOT of feedback over the years (especially going through intense training to certify as a trainer for McKinsey & Company and other organizations). I have a pretty good idea of my strengths and areas to keep working on. Of course, I still welcome feedback at any time.<\/p>\n
One easy way to \u201cget feedback\u201d if you aren\u2019t able to find someone to observe your rehearsal is to video yourself. I do this occasionally, especially when I\u2019m presenting new content. This helps me to notice points that I can improve on and serves as extra practice.<\/p>\n
On the day<\/b><\/p>\n
Set off early.<\/b> One day, I took the train\u00a0in the opposite direction from my intended destination. Around 15 minutes had passed before I realized. Fortunately, I\u2019d set off early enough that I still arrived at the venue with plenty of time.<\/p>\n
Check the room setup.<\/b> Do all the electronics work? Any problems with presentation slides? How are the chairs laid out? Where are the handouts? Do I have water?<\/p>\n
Set an intention. <\/b>I sometimes do this first thing in the morning when I meditate and often in the room. I visualize what I want to give to the audience. What will the room look like when I\u2019ve delivered the best presentation that I can?<\/p>\n
Chat with audience members.<\/b> It\u2019s very easy to focus on ourselves just before (and during) the presentation, but that doesn\u2019t help to create a connection with the audience. Where possible, I chat with audience members as they\u2019re taking their seats. It\u00a0helps me to build rapport and understand a little more about them. It reminds me that it’s all about the audience and\u00a0stops me from thinking about myself!<\/p>\n
Take a deep breath and enjoy. <\/b>Getting oxygen into the body helps to calm nerves and improve voice quality. Then I just stand up and enjoy the interaction with the audience.<\/p>\n
I hope this helps you to prepare for your next presentation.<\/p>\n
Thank you, Stuart, for the question and the fabulous sketch!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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