how to make presentations like a boss
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We have all seen that presenter at a conference that makes us cringe. No one wants to be that guy or gal. Here are some very simple takeaways for how to be a killer public speaker and captivate your audience.TRANSCRIPT
Tips for public speaking inspired by James Altucher
BY EMMA NEMTIN
@EM_NEMTIN
How to present like a boss
Watch a comedian
Mimic their timing, the way they pause, the way they change voices and move around the stage.
Try to not use powerpoint
If a picture is worth 1000 words, you are worth at least 10,000.
(this is gross)
Pause.
Inserting pauses allows people to think about what you’re saying. Don’t rush your material.
Be comfortable in your clothes
Only dress in clothes that you feel comfortable in. It will affect the way you present.
It’s all about your
Never give advice. Talk about your own experience and mix in interesting facts.
Leave time for a lot of Q&A
Q&A can be just as powerful as the talk itself.
Always be vulnerable
There is no such thing as credibility. The best speakers are the ones who have put 10,000 hours into listening.
