Sure, we all know the basics of a good presentation: Pre-speech practice, good eye contact, not reading notes and slides word-for-word…But, there are some lesser-known “don’ts” that may sully an otherwise successful presentation:
- Using outdated PowerPoint. – Think no one in the audience will notice you’re using PowerPoint 2003? Guess again.
- Pointing out your own mistakes – Just because you stumble, doesn’t mean you have to let your audience know.
- Going crazy with colors – Some color combinations are too hard to read and not very easy on the eyes (green and blue, for example).
- Including cartoons and clip art – There are many Internet sites that offer professional, and free, stock photos, which add the right touch of professionalism to presentations.
Curious about what other presentation faux pas you may commit without realizing it? Click here to read “How to Give A Lousy Presentation” by communications coach Carmine Gallo.
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