Show Time! A Guide to Making Effective Presentations (2e)

This updated second edition of SHOW TIME! describes the key factors that make up a successful presentation. Advice is offered on:

• Overcoming the various barriers to communication;
• Using relaxation techniques to handle your nerves;
• Understanding your audience;
• Recognizing the impact of non-verbal language;
• Improving the physical aspects such as posture, voice and attire;
• Structuring the talk for clarity and retention;
• Using notes effectively;
• Designing clear visuals and handouts;
• Handling questions skilfully;
• And practising and planning beforehand.

Contents

FOREWORD

Chapter 1  INTRODUCTION

Chapter 2  COMMUNICATING

Chapter 3  USING NON-VERBAL LANGUAGE

Chapter 4  USING YOUR VOICE

Chapter 5  GETTING READY

Chapter 6  PREPARING YOUR SPEECH

Chapter 7  USING NOTES

Chapter 8 USING VISUALS AND HANDOUTS

Chapter 9  HANDLING QUESTIONS

Chapter 10  REHEARSING

Chapter 11  HANDLING YOUR NERVES

Chapter 12  IT’S SHOW TIME!