During presentations, approximately 60% of attendees admit to multitasking, such as checking emails or using their phones, according to a survey by Prezi and Harris Poll.
Which is why it's important to make your presentation engaging to keep the audience's full attention. How do you do that?
Your slides are not scripts. If you're going to read what's on the screen, just send the presentation in an email and cancel the session. Everyone can read what you're saying.
See or listen? Your audience can either look at your screen or listen to you, they can't do both. Choose how you want to impact your audience.
Don't overuse animation. Animation should be used sparingly and selectively so it has the right impact. Too much animation distracts your audience and you lose your message.
Take breaks. Don't talk longer than 10 minutes at a time without a break, Q&A or activity. Don't give your audience enough time to find something else to do.
Audience participation. Play a game, break up the audience into groups, change activities, have them come up to the microphone and share something. If they're busy and engaged, they won't multitask.
With the right speaking skills + a compelling presentation, you will capture your audience's attention and make a memorable impact.
If you need any help, let's talk before your next presentation.
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