How do you execute a successful remote presentation?

1 Define your goals

Before you start working on your presentation, you need to define your goals and expectations. What is the purpose of your presentation? Who is your target audience? What do you want them to learn, feel, or do after your presentation? How will you measure your success? Having clear and specific goals will help you structure your presentation and tailor it to your audience's needs and interests.

4 Practice your delivery

Practicing your delivery is crucial for a successful remote presentation. You need to practice not only what you will say, but also how you will say it. Pay attention to your voice, tone, pace, and pauses. Use a confident and enthusiastic voice that matches your message and audience. Speak clearly and slowly, but not too slowly. Pause between sentences and paragraphs to allow your audience to process your information. You also need to practice your body language, eye contact, and gestures. Use a webcam that is at eye level and look at it as much as possible. Smile, nod, and gesture naturally, but avoid fidgeting or touching your face or hair.

5 Manage your time

Managing your time is another key aspect of a successful remote presentation. You need to allocate enough time for each part of your presentation, as well as for questions and feedback from your audience. A good rule of thumb is to use the 10-20-30 rule: 10 slides, 20 minutes, and 30-point font. This will help you keep your presentation focused, concise, and readable. However, you can adjust this rule according to your goals and audience. You also need to check the time zone of your audience and schedule your presentation accordingly. Finally, you need to start and end your presentation on time and respect your audience's time.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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