SEVEN DON'TS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING:
Fear of public speaking ranks right up there along with divorce, redundancy and large snakes. Yet if you keep a few guidelines in mind the whole exercise can be less daunting - and even enjoyable. We have identified the 7 top problem areas that trip people up, so that your presentation can be a success.

SEVEN TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE VISUAL AIDS:
Many people are making use of computers, presentation graphics software and data projectors in their presentations. These are powerful tools, but to maximise the benefits rather than destroy the impact, think about these points.

SEVEN TIPS FOR GREAT HANDOUTS:
These days audiences have come to expect handouts as a standard part of any presentation. A well-structured handout will help people to remember your message long after the presentation is over. Here are a few simple guidelines to follow to ensure maximum effect:

HANDLING QUESTIONS:
If you have been asked to give a presentation, the chances are that you will be expected to answer questions on the subject too. How you handle these questions will significantly affect the audience’s perception of you. Like everything else, handling questions well is a skill that can be learned and practised.

SEVEN TIPS FOR DEALING WITH ANXIETY:
Most people are not born with the ability to be great presenters. Even the most skilled people started off with that sick clammy feeling – and many of them still live with it! Here are some ways to keep stress levels down on the big day.

USING A FLIPCHART:
The humble flipchart may no longer be a principal player as a presentation device but it still performs a very useful supporting role. As a method of capturing points during a discussion or graphically illustrating points ad-hoc it is unbeatable. This section reveals the advantages and disadvantages of the flip as well as some hints and tips for success.

USING A PC DATA PROJECTOR:
The PC driven data projector is rapidly becoming a favoured piece of equipment for presentations as it allows good quality images and techniques for multi-media integration. This section describes the advantages and disadvantages of using data projectors as part of your presentations and provides hints and tips on how to use them to best advantage.

USING A WHITEBOARD:
The whiteboard is another presentation aid often used on training courses. It is more more flexible than a flipchart in that it can be dynamically modified. It's weakness is that it does not leave a permenant record of the discussion. Other advantages and disadvantages together with hints and tips are discussed.

USING AN OVERHEAD PROJECTOR:
The OHP is still the most common piece of equipment for presentations with visual aids. This section describes the advantages and disadvantages of using OHP's as part of your presentations and provides hints and tips on how to use them to best advantage.