Workshop in a Box: Communication Skills for IT Professionals

Summary

As this chapter ends, you are expected to know the following:

• Different types of presentations and how each type differs in the way the presenter prepares and delivers the presentation
• The four pillars of presentation
• Understanding the objective of a presentation as a precursor to preparation
• Importance of analyzing audience before creating presentation material
• The tree-step approach to creating presentation slides
• How good speakers differentiate themselves from ordinary ones and other general tips on delivering presentations
• Tips on how to control nervousness
• The importance of becoming familiar with gadgets employed during presenting such as remote presenter, projector, screen, and microphone
• The different ways presentation material can be created ...