Foreword xi
About the author xiii
Thank you! xv
Welcome to this book! xvii
1 Influential presenting at a glance 1
Phase 1: Analysis — Be clear on your goals 15
2 What do you want to achieve from your presentation? 17
Phase 2: Design — Write your presentation 35
3 Structure your message 37
4 Design your presentation 49
5 Script your presentation in 13 steps 59
6 Watch your language! 119
7 The art of storytelling 135
Phase 3: Delivery — Captivate your audience 151
8 Warm up your mind 153
9 Warm up your body and voice 165
10 Connect with your audience 175
11 Speak with confidence 183
12 Body language 191
13 Engage and entertain! 207
14 Dealing with difficult people 221
15 Using visual aids 229
16 Setting up the room 253
17 Get some positive feedback 261
18 Summary of How to Present tips 267
And now it's up to you 283
Resources 285
Index 287