Matching Pairs Presenting TipsOnline version Matching by Logos Sprachinstitut 1 Research your audience. 2 Prepare visuals to go with your presentation. 3 Memorize the first five sentences of your talk. 4 Introduce yourself and your subject at the beginning. 5 Make it clear when people should ask questions (during the presentation, at the end, etc.) 6 Plan the content and structure, but don't write a full text. 7 Write notes on sheets of paper, not on cards. 8 Research the venue and facilities. 9 Rehearse your presentation with friends or colleagues. 10 Outline what you will talk about. They will be able to tell you if anything is unclear. It will reassure people they are in the right place, and give a focus for your presentation. It will help you to feel comfortable in the space and make sure you have what you need. It will help you make the language of the presentation appropriate. It will help you feel at ease in the beginning when you might be nervous. Your presentation will be monotonous and boring if you read from a text. It will help the audience follow the logic of your presentation. They make the presentation more interesting and help the audience stay engaged. It will prevent people from interrupting you during your presentation. Cards are easy to drop or lose.