Which of the following are elements the speaker lists as part of the
introduction process in an effective business presentation?
Audience benefit statements
Discussion of agenda
Current situation
Listing of speakers and their topics - ANSWER-Audience benefit statements
(correct)
Discussion of agenda (correct)
Current situation (correct)
What role does the speaker suggest that an audience benefit statement
holds in an effective introduction to a business presentation?
It validates that you understand the audiences' current situation
It validates that you understand the topics that need to be addressed
It validates that you understand what's in it for the audience - why the
audience should listen to your presentation - ANSWER-It validates that you
understand what's in it for the audience - why the audience should listen to
your presentation (correct)
Which of the following does the speaker suggest using to grab the audience's
attention from the start of one's presentation? Choose all that apply.
,Ask a question
Tell a story
Quote large numbers
Give a presentation outline - ANSWER-Ask a question
Tell a story
Quote large numbers
Why does the speaker advise one to "quote early" in a presentation?
Quotes are a hook to the audience's attention
Quotes from famous people give credibility to one's presentation
Quotes demonstrate the depths of one's knowledge - ANSWER-Quotes are a
hook to the audience's attention
What is the first thing you need to do to get a group to listen to a
presentation?
Tell anecdotes to make sure the audience is not bored
Make sure the audience can see and hear you
,Make sure the audience has all of its basic needs met
Play soothing music to make sure the audience is calm - ANSWER-Make sure
the audience has all of its basic needs met
Which of the following are suggested as ways to get through to your
audience? Choose all that apply.
Make eye contact with your audience members
Give frequent breaks so the audience can take care of their basic needs
Pause to allow the audience time to digest what you've said
Keep one hand in your pocket so that you look casual - ANSWER-Make eye
contact with your audience members
Pause to allow the audience time to digest what you've said
Which of the following does the speaker humorously suggest is a typical
agenda slide?
A listing of key events that emphasize the prestige and history of your
firm/company.
Tell them how you're going to bore them, bore them, tell them how you've
bored them.
A listing of the top 10 fears showing that death is less feared than public
speaking. - ANSWER-Tell them how you're going to bore them, bore them, tell
them how you've bored them.
, How does this speaker define effective communication skills in business
presentations? Choose all that apply.
The presenter understands that how to prepare and deliver a presentation to
their internal (firm/company's) audience.
The sender (presenter) and receiver (audience) are equal parties in the
communication so that each understands the purpose and intention of the
other.
The sender (presenter) and receiver (audience) are sending the same
amount of information flowing in each direction.
The presenter is aware of and understands the signals that the audience is
sending as to how they are receiving and interpreting the presenter's
message. - ANSWER-The sender (presenter) and receiver (audience) are
equal parties in the communication so that each understands the purpose
and intention of the other.
The presenter is aware of and understands the signals that the audience is
sending as to how they are receiving and interpreting the presenter's
message.
What does the speaker suggest that you should do to have an impact on
your audience and have them remember your message? Choose all that
apply.
Focus on the venue in which you are presenting.
Focus on the content of your message.
Focus on how well you deliver your message.