Rehearse the presentation
Practise, practise, practise
- Memorise introductory sentences and main points.
- Prepare cue cards:
- key words, phrases to prompt talk
- note place of visuals
- number cards.
- Practise, use mirror, audio recording, friends.
- Trial visual aids e.g., PowerPoint.
- Think about possible audience questions.
- Be prepared to improvise and adapt.
- Check venue and equipment.