Public Speaking and Presentation Skills - Tips and Techniques That Really Work

In the last 2 days you've finished up the bulk of your presentation for your public speaking or seminar gig.

Today, figure out your opening:

For your opening, you might want to come up with a "grabber" opening statement that causes people to sit up and say "what?" or "no way" or "that can't be true!"

Grabbers are slick opening techniques where you really get people's attention and shake them awake.

Also in your opening, you may want to have an introduction or bio all about you. I suggest you not to go crazy here, that is, don't spend forever talking about yourself. But, do give people enough about you, your experience, your education, your ability - enough about you to simply build credibility.

You don't have to brag, but don't be shy either - you should let yourself shine.

Finally, your opening segment should include a "this is what we're going to cover" statement after your grabber and bio.

I like using numbers here, for example: "over the next hour your going to discover 3 things you didn't know about (your topic here)" - and then you briefly outline those three things.

Work up your opener today, tomorrow we'll do the close. Aside from whatever minor polishing you'll do, you'll have crafted a terrific presentation - quick and easy.

See you tomorrow,
David