#presentation tips

[glowettee]

Hey Mindy!!! I love your blog. I was wondering whether you have any tips for giving good presentations?? I’m really shy and I have a mock trial soon. I’m a witness hahaha I’m so nervous ! 😬

hey lovely!! 🤍

omg first of all, thank you so much for the sweet message!! i'm so happy you enjoy my blog. mock trial witnesses can be super intimidating (i've been there too!!) but i promise you're going to absolutely shine once you get some confidence tricks in your pocket.

✧ presentation power moves for the shy girlies ✧

1. preparation is your secret weapon

   - memorize your witness statement until it feels like second nature

   - practice in front of a mirror so you can see your facial expressions

   - record yourself on your phone and listen back (yes it's cringey but sooo helpful)

   - create a little character profile for your witness ~ their motivations, personality, quirks

   - anticipate cross-examination questions that might trip you up

2. body language that commands attention

   - sit up straight but not stiff

   - keep your hands visible + still (fidgeting screams nervous)

   - make strategic eye contact with the jury when making important points

   - slightly lean forward when answering questions to show engagement

   - practice a calm, neutral face for when opposing counsel tries to rattle you

3. voice control techniques

   - speak slightly slower than your normal pace (nerves make us rush)

   - end statements with downward inflection to sound confident

   - pause before answering difficult questions (it looks thoughtful, not unsure)

   - vary your tone to emphasize key points (monotone = boring witness)

   - practice projecting from your diaphragm, not your throat

4. handling nervousness like a pro

   - arrive early to familiarize yourself with the room

   - do 4-7-8 breathing before you go in (inhale 4 counts, hold 7, exhale 8)

   - wear something that makes you feel powerful but still appropriate

   - create a pre-testimony ritual (mine is applying lip gloss + whispering "you got this")

   - visualize success the night before (literally picture yourself being amazing)

5. witness-specific strategies

   - stay in character even during objections

   - if you don't know an answer, it's okay to say "i don't recall" (better than making things up!)

   - listen to the FULL question before answering

   - if opposing counsel tries to put words in your mouth, politely correct them

   - remember: you're not only answering questions, you're telling a story

6. handling cross-examination gracefully

   - take a sip of water if you need time to think

   - don't argue with opposing counsel (it makes you look defensive)

   - if they cut you off, pause and say "may i finish my answer?"

   - maintain your composure even if they're trying to provoke you

   - remember that "yes" and "no" can be complete answers

7. little psychological tricks

   - wear something with a subtle confidence trigger

   - have a "power phrase" to repeat silently when nervous

   - visualize the jury as friends who are genuinely interested in what you have to say

   - practice with someone who intimidates you a little (builds resilience)

   - remember that literally everyone else is nervous too, they're just hiding it

8. day-of preparation

   - avoid caffeine if it makes you jittery

   - eat something light but sustaining

   - arrive with plenty of time to center yourself

   - bring a tiny comfort object that fits in your pocket

the jury will connect with authenticity over perfection every time!! your nervousness just means you care, and that passion will actually make you more compelling once you channel it properly.

you're going to absolutely crush this!! please let me know how it goes, i'm literally invested in your success now. sorry if this reply was a bit late.

xoxo, mindy 🤍

p.s. if you're super nervous the night before, try writing out your answers to potential questions by hand. something about the physical act of writing helps cement things in your memory better than just reading or typing!

[alexistudies]

hello! I’m going around asking PhD students if they have any tips for calming nerves during presentations. I have to present a paper I wrote to a conference and I’ve never done anything like this, so I’m quite nervous. Any piece of advice would be greatly appreciated! thanks, hope you have a good day :)

hi! first, congratulations! that's so exciting, i'm so proud.

Don't drink caffeine on the day of/before your presentation. Although I loveee coffee, I don't drink any on presentation days because it makes me more anxious than usual (and i'm already anxious as hell as it is so...)

Say aloud to yourself "I am presenting on this because I know what I am talking about". Other affirmations are good too like "I am an articulate and confident speaker" or "My voice matters and the audience values my insights".

If you're worried about people asking you questions and that's what is making you nervous, remind yourself that you're not supposed to have it all figured out. Like, if someone asks you a question, and you're like .. wtf are they asking me, you can say "That's a great question, I'll have to get back to you on the specifics of that but at this time, I think [insert answer here]". Admitting that you don't know isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength!

If you can, call a loved one or best friend before your presentation to vent or bring you back to reality and get out of your own head.

Hopefully these tips help! Have fun with your presentation!!

[accountabilitybitch]

Tips for Presentations!

As someone who's done a boat load of presentations, both for school and competition (you heard me), here's some things I learned!

(please note i may add more/adjust/edit in the future)

Number One Tip: Record yourself. It counts as a timer to know how long each section is, allows you to analyse your unconscious body language and speech patterns, and lets you catch places you fumble, stutter, fidget, or hesitate. It also gives you a good reading of the speed you're presenting at.

Number Two: Know the topic well enough that you can improvise your way through what is supposed to be a memorized speech. If you forget a parts exact words, knowing alternatives and having a good grasp of the subject will save you. Also important if you are going to receive questions on the subject.

Number Three: Only use words you can pronounce easily. If you struggle saying "concentrated form" say "concentrate" instead. Not always applicable, but it will make you sound smoother and more confident. (related and equally important, practice aloud. helps with every part of the process, i promise)

Number Four: If you struggle with eye contact, look at peoples eyebrows, noses, or hats instead. If you do this, make sure to be consistent in your choice of alternative focusing point(s). If you are consistent more people will not notice and think you are doing good enough eye contact. (they can often tell that it's not quite right, but they don't have any evidence as to why, therefore they usually won't write you down for it.)

Number Five: Talk slowly and clearly. If you get the urge to use filler phrases (such as um, kinda, sorta, also, etc..), take a breath or pause instead. Unless the person grading you doesn't know shit about good presentations, it makes you sound assured and knowledgeable about the topic.

[slideuplift123]

8 Tips Ahead Of Your Big Day: The Big Presentation Tips

Are you preparing for your next big presentation? In this blog, we'll reveal 8 amazing big presentation preparation techniques that will take you through the process of preparing for a big presentation.

Are you preparing for your next big presentation? Aside from preparing, writing, and practicing your speech, there are certain other actions you should do to ensure you are truly prepared for the big day. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a scared newcomer to public speaking, In this blog, we’ll reveal 8 amazing big presentation preparation techniques that will take you through the process of preparing for a big presentation. 

[kohlrabi-official]

ok so since apparently absolutely no one knows the tip here it is:

if you’re making a powerpoint or a projectable presentation of any kind, the guide you want to follow is 5x5.

5 keypoints with each 5 words in them.

this way your presentation will be digestable for your audience and you’ll be more likely to present your notes instead of reading them from the board.

if you have a lot to say, use more slides or do animations of the points. this was the audience will have to focus on the newer ones only.

please guys, no more blocks of texts in presentations, it’ll help you.

[nb-stuff-blog]

Have fun being flamboyant! Have fun being private! Presentation can be fun if you make it fun. It can be fun if your just looking to be sleek. The important part is being you

[jungleuniversity]

Tips for giving presentations when you’re hella shy:

I’m super shy and hate presenting, but because I’ve been forced to give presentations at various internships and in college, I have come up with a lot of ways to overcome this. A lot of people think I am a natural presenter nowadays, but I am actually always screaming internally. Just thought I would share with y’all. Hopefully, some of this will work out for you.

I write down everything I am going to say as if it is a speech or a TED talk. This is honestly my biggest secret. It helps me organize my thoughts; it also allows me to decide what I am going to say, when I am going to say it, and how I plan on saying it. After I write my this, I take out the main points and compile them into my slides. 

No walls of text. Nobody has the time or energy to read your slides. People are lazy. Slides should honestly be reminders of what you are going to say. Remember to keep it concise and put helpful visuals for your audience in your slides. 

Eye contact. Do not stare at your slides. Look at your audience. I know it can be super intimidating. Typically, I pick like three general locations to look into, and every so often, I shift my gaze, so it looks like I am talking to the whole audience. You don’t need to actually make eye contact, which can be sort of uncomfortable for me. 

Practice. I practice my talk a ton of times (an insane amount of times). This is my second big secret. I practice until I feel like I can give my presentation without my slides or any aids. You do NOT need to memorize the speech you wrote, but you should be able to cover the main points and capture the essence of it. Although I strive for complete mastery of my speech and try to ensure I can say everything smoothly, this is not always possible if I have limited time to prepare.

Remove “like”, “ummmmm”,”uhhhh” from your vocabulary. These distract from your overall message and make you seem nervous. It’s okay to pause for a second to collect your thoughts. It may feel like a long time to you, but it’s literally only a second or two to the audience. You can someone practice with you or record yourself; then, count how many times you have said it. If you catch yourself using one of these in the actual presentation, it’s okay. Don’t worry about it and keep going.

Act natural. Easier said than done when you are hella shy. One of my biggest tips for this is to pretend like I am talking to a bunch of people who know nothing; pretend you are the expert. Use your “I-am-the-expert-of-this” voice. I also find talking with my hands really helps and prevents me from playing with my jewelry, badge, etc.

It’s okay to hate it; it does not mean you are bad at it. I HATE public speaking. I can feel my heart pounding my chest every time. It sucks. Most of the time, the audience does not realize how nervous you are; they can’t tell what your heart rate is or that your palms feel clammy.

If you have friends or someone you know in the audience, have them set you up with some softball questions. Answering questions can be pretty nerve wracking, so sometimes answering questions you already know can help ease you in. If someone asks you a question you don’t really know the answer to, just say something along the lines of “good question, can we discuss after?”

[ggsstudies]

10/24/18

i had an ap lit presentation over allusions where i did the story of icarus and daedalus! i had to make a presentation and then i put my info on notecards! i actually ended up getting a 30/30 on it so yay!!

if you want tips on how to prepare for presentations, let me know!!

xo- gg