In addition to having a strong Opening, you can also get the audience involved. Start by asking a few questions aligned to your topic. You can also use mentimeter to gather data. This hooks the audience and encourages them to participate.

Following this sequence guarantee amazing delivery of the speech 1. Dress up well as 1000s eyes are on you. It exudes confidence and people do get attracted with a well groomed person. so use it as a tool. 2. No slouchy shoulders, smile on face, proper eye contact, equal weight on both feet, open hand gestures - proper body language is second thing people observe and judge. If they are on point, you are one step ahead now. 3. Prepare and practice well. No discounts here. Always know your content by heart, know its kith and kin. Become the encyclopedia of that topic. 4. Use variety of elements throughout. Like thought provoking question, surprising or shocking facts, statistics, anecdotes, short story, quotes.

To grab a large audience's attention from the start of your presentation, you need a strong opening. Begin with something that immediately hooks the audience- a surprising fact, a thought provoking question, a powerful quote or a personal story or anecdote that relates to your topic. This will make people curious and want to hear more. If sharing a personal story which is relatable it always helps in building an emotional connection and allows the audience to visualise themselves in it. Speak with energy and confidence so the audience knows you’re excited about what you’re sharing. By starting with something fun or thought-provoking, you’ll hook your audience right away and keep them interested in what’s next!

In my experience to grab a large audience’s attention from the start, begin with a bold, thought-provoking statement or question that ties directly to their interests or challenges. Share a surprising statistic or powerful anecdote that illustrates the importance of your message. Engage them emotionally by tapping into shared values or pressing industry trends. Use strong visuals or a short, dynamic video to set the tone. Clearly state what they will gain from the presentation, and build curiosity with a promise to reveal insights or actionable takeaways. By sparking intrigue and relevance, you'll hook the audience from the first moment.