Balancing pictures and talking during a presentation can be tricky, but here’s what I’ve found works well.
1. Use Pictures to Help Your Message:
I always remind myself that pictures should help explain what I’m saying, not confuse people. When I talk about something complicated, like data trends, I include graphs or charts. But I make sure to explain them a bit so the audience doesn’t just stare at the screen. This way, they stay interested without only looking at the visuals.
2. Keep It Simple:
I usually choose one main picture for each point I make. Too many pictures can make things confusing. I like to use simple, clear images or slides with little text—like bullet points instead of long paragraphs. I follow the “5-5-5 rule.” This means no more than 5 words per line, 5 lines per slide, and a maximum of 5 slides on one topic. This makes it easier to understand.
3. Get the Audience Involved:
Whenever I present, I try to get the audience to join in. I might ask questions about the picture to get people talking. This helps them connect to the topic and keeps their attention. It turns a slide into a conversation instead of just me talking.
4. Practice Switching Topics:
Finally, I practice how to switch from pictures to what I’m saying. I rehearse out loud to get the timing right. For instance, I might say, “As you can see from this chart, there’s been a big increase in…” This helps the audience follow what I’m saying without feeling lost.
In the end, it’s all about finding a balance that keeps the audience interested while clearly sharing your message.
Balancing pictures and talking during a presentation can be tricky, but here’s what I’ve found works well.
1. Use Pictures to Help Your Message:
I always remind myself that pictures should help explain what I’m saying, not confuse people. When I talk about something complicated, like data trends, I include graphs or charts. But I make sure to explain them a bit so the audience doesn’t just stare at the screen. This way, they stay interested without only looking at the visuals.
2. Keep It Simple:
I usually choose one main picture for each point I make. Too many pictures can make things confusing. I like to use simple, clear images or slides with little text—like bullet points instead of long paragraphs. I follow the “5-5-5 rule.” This means no more than 5 words per line, 5 lines per slide, and a maximum of 5 slides on one topic. This makes it easier to understand.
3. Get the Audience Involved:
Whenever I present, I try to get the audience to join in. I might ask questions about the picture to get people talking. This helps them connect to the topic and keeps their attention. It turns a slide into a conversation instead of just me talking.
4. Practice Switching Topics:
Finally, I practice how to switch from pictures to what I’m saying. I rehearse out loud to get the timing right. For instance, I might say, “As you can see from this chart, there’s been a big increase in…” This helps the audience follow what I’m saying without feeling lost.
In the end, it’s all about finding a balance that keeps the audience interested while clearly sharing your message.