To feel confident of your presentation before you begin, use this check list. Make sure that you have done everything you can to prepare. It will make you feel more at ease and poised, not only to your subject, but also to your audience.
Preparation
arrive prior to the presentation
check audio-visual equipment
demonstration models
dress appropriately
provide handouts at the beginning
Opening Remarks
greeting the audience and introduce yourself
grab attention: do this with a visual or statement, but make it relevant
state the topic directly: what the presentation is about
foreshadow the talk: provide the audience with an overview
Physical Attributes
voice qualities: clarity, volume, inflection, vocalized pauses
tempo, speed of delivery
eye contact
posture
movement in the space
gesture and distracting mannerisms: hold a pen or paper
Visual
Do you have too many slide?—10-20-30 Rule (Guy Kawasaki)
check that the visual match your content
Content
word choice, grammar, language level
evidence of organization
coherent transitions
suitable level of difficulty
knowledgeable and accurate information
new and interesting information
persuasive
Attitude
projecting enthusiasm
strategies for dealing with trait and situational anxiety
Closing Remarks
review of information
thank the audience
asking if there are questions, if required
