Presentations, Second Edition takes the anxiety out of creating dynamic presentations with a commonsense, step-by-step plan for success. The book starts you off on the right foot by introducing the critical but often overlooked basics of preparation, including how to:Assess the purpose of the presentationUnderstand the audienceOrganize the topic for maximum effectChoose the best type of presentationWith these essential concepts mastered, you learn how to prepare both the presentation and yourself. This book discusses rehearsals, checklists, and handling challenges-and even the post-presentation evaluation-in a clear and upbeat manner.
Presentations is up-to-the-minute with the latest technologies and techniques such as video and computer conferencing, and Web site production so that you can choose the best medium and application for your presentation. A list of resources is included for further reading.