GIVING PRESENTATIONS BILLINGHAM J. Księgarnia

Part of our new One Step Ahead series, which gives practical and accessible guidance on specific target markets

A lively, accessible, and illustrated guide to giving presentations that covers preparation, rehearsal, and visual aids for both group and individual presenting

Split into two sections which complement each other: the first breaks down and discusses the components of presentation, and the second is a reference section with a useful presenter's toolkit for quick inspiration

Provides the reader with step-by-step guidance and the key ways to achieve a successful presentation

Aimed at the general reader as well as the business user and academic, this user-friendly guide steers the way to more effective personal communication

A book of practical advice and useful tips on how to give clear and effective presentations. This lively, accessible, and illustrated guide is divided into two sections providing both comprehensive advice on writing, rehearsing, and giving your presentation, and a useful presenter's toolkit to inspire and build confidence.

Readership: The One Step Ahead Series is for all those who want and need to communicate more effectively in a range of real-life situations. Each title provides up-to-date practical guidance, tips, and the language tools to enhance your writing and speaking. This book is aimed at readers who wish to improve their presentation skills in order to communicate more effectively in both business and academic contexts.

Table of Contents

Part A

1 About presenting

2 Preparing

3 Structuring

4 Choosing and preparing visual aids

5 Using notes

6 Rehearsing

7 Giving your presentation

8 Working on team presentations

9 Presenting with visuals

10 Managing your presentation

Part B

The presenter's toolkit

Checklists

Preparing in a hurry

Working across languages and cultures

Working with an interpreter

Preparing a script for reading

Dealing with nerves

Learning to feel relaxed

Improving your voice

How to choose a course