For many office workers, giving a presentation is one of the most challenging things that one can do in the workplace. Many fear that no one will be interested in what they have to say, while others simply dread the prospect of talking to a group of people who would rather be somewhere else.
If you want to make your presentation interactive and fun, there are several things you can do to keep your audience engaged. One thing that you can do is to give people a chance to interact with you rather than just droning on, and you’ll see that your presentation will be better and easier for you and your audience.
Here are a few ways to make your presentation interactive and fun.
Ask a question at the beginning of your presentation
According to Forbes, you can ask the audience what they’d like to get out of the session or why they came. U.S. National Speakers Association president Kristin Arnold says that for more impact, you can ask an engaging question, then stay silent.
“Wait for the answer,” said Arnold. “If you suffer the silence for one or two seconds and look like you are expecting a response, someone will answer you!”
Open with an ice breaker
There are several ways that you can do this. You can tell an amusing anecdote that’s related to the topic, or if you have comedic skills, try telling a joke.
Keep it short
Avoid rambling and keep your presentation short and sweet. Get to the point and make sure that you get your message across.
Include short videos or memes to your PowerPoint presentation
Your presentation will be more memorable and fun if you add a few memes or short videos that are related to your topic. You can also use theme music if you’re so inclined.
Move around
Don’t just stand there. Move around the stage or the conference room, and use your hands when you talk. However, avoid rapid movements as you’ll appear nervous. Take a few cues from great speakers, such as motivational speaker Tony Robbins, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, Bill Clinton, and Michelle Obama.
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