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You're about to give a high-stakes presentation. What pitfalls should you steer clear of?

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Giving a high-stakes presentation can be a daunting task. It's your moment to shine, to convey your message and to persuade or inform your audience. But beware, there are pitfalls that can undermine your success if you're not careful. Whether you're pitching to potential investors, presenting a project to your board, or delivering a keynote, the stakes are high and the pressure is on. To help you navigate this challenge, let's walk through some common pitfalls and how to avoid them, ensuring your presentation is received with the impact it deserves.

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1 Lack of Prep

Underpreparation is a fast track to failure in high-stakes presentations. To avoid this pitfall, thoroughly research your topic and understand your audience's interests and level of knowledge. Tailor your content to resonate with them, and practice your delivery until it feels natural. Familiarize yourself with the venue and equipment you'll be using to prevent technical hiccups. Remember, confidence stems from being well-prepared, which in turn, instills confidence in your audience about your message.

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2 Overloading Slides

Your slides should support your speech, not overshadow it. Avoid cramming too much information onto your slides. Instead, use them to highlight key points and maintain audience engagement . Employ visuals like graphs and images to illustrate concepts and break up text. Keep your slides clean, professional, and consistent in style. This will help your audience focus on your message rather than getting lost in a sea of words or flashy animations.

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3 Monotone Delivery

A monotone delivery can make even the most exciting content seem dull. Vary your pitch, pace, and volume to maintain audience interest and emphasize important points. Use pauses effectively to allow your message to resonate and give your audience time to absorb the information. Engage with your audience through eye contact and body language to create a connection and keep them interested in what you have to say.

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Emerging Molecular Biologist ??| Intersectional Activist for Climate Action ???, Gender Equity ♀?♂? and Neurodiversity Acceptance ??| Public and Motivational Speaker ??
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Your voice is the key to your presentation; though slides act as visual aids, your voice should be the vehicle through which your information reaches your audience. Your vocal timbre—the quality or color of your voice—can set the mood for your presentation. When discussing lighter, more humorous topics, let your voice be playful and energetic. For more serious moments, lower your tone to convey gravity and thoughtfulness. This dynamic use of your voice helps guide your audience’s emotions and keeps them connected to your message.

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4 Ignoring the Clock

Timing is crucial in presentations. Running over time can be as detrimental as underdelivering. Practice your presentation multiple times to ensure you can deliver all your content within the allotted time. Build in buffers for unexpected questions or discussions. Respecting your audience's time demonstrates professionalism and helps maintain their attention throughout your presentation.

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5 Skipping Q&A

Neglecting to include a question and answer (Q&A) session can leave your audience with unresolved concerns and diminish the impact of your presentation. Allocate time for Q&A to clarify any doubts and interact with your audience. This also provides an opportunity to reinforce key messages and demonstrate your expertise on the subject. Prepare for potential questions in advance, but also be ready to think on your feet.

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6 Neglecting Storytelling

Storytelling is a powerful tool that can make your presentation memorable. Avoid the pitfall of relying solely on facts and figures by weaving in relevant stories or anecdotes . These can create emotional connections and make complex information more relatable. A good story can captivate your audience, drive home your main points, and leave a lasting impression long after the presentation is over.

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Para Aristóteles, 3 pilares s?o fundamentais para qualquer argumenta??o: ethos (ética), pathos (emo??o) e logos (raz?o). Eu chamo, carinhosamente, de "o que eu tenho a ver com isso?". Sempre que pensar na narrativa, ou seja, na forma que for contar sua história (entenda por qualquer coisa que for apresentar), lembre-se que as pessoas tem que se envolver e conectar com seu assunto, seja ele uma palestra motivacional ou uma reuni?o de resultados. Quando terminar de criar a apresenta??o, se coloque no lugar do público e pergunte: o que eles tem a ver com tudo isso. A partir daí veja se você os deixou seguros, motivados e e sem dúvidas.

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4 Ignoring the Clock

5 Skipping Q&A

6 Neglecting Storytelling

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4 Ignoring the Clock

5 Skipping Q&A

6 Neglecting Storytelling

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