Here’s a simple tip to make a technical presentation more impactful for the presenters. After the presentation, give the audience time to reflect and respond. How It Works This approach works really well for presentations done at work, as these are people you’ll see again. The purpose of this exercise is to determine whether the presenter’s key points landed as…
Let’s talk about an interesting challenge: giving a technical presentation to a mixed audience. You might find yourself speaking to a group that includes both technical experts and non-technical attendees. How do you keep everyone engaged without losing one group or the other? The key is queuing your content so each group knows when to tune in more closely or…
As technical professionals, we often face the challenge of presenting complex information to non-technical audiences. Drawing from my experience as an engineer in the medical device industry, I’ve identified five key traits that can transform you into an effective communicator: By incorporating these traits into your communication style, you’ll bridge the gap between technical expertise and effective presentation. Whether you’re…
For technical experts aiming to captivate non-technical audiences, assessing presentation effectiveness is crucial. Here’s a simple yet powerful strategy: develop a short survey for your audience members. Ask them to rate, on a scale of 1-5, the following aspects of your presentation: To gauge comprehension, compare the audience’s key takeaways with your intended message. For actionability, ensure your listeners know…
Here’s the scenario. You’re an engineer working at a tech company. Every month, you have to give project status presentations to the CEO and other senior management. You’d rather be having a root canal than give the presentation. Your presentations could use a lot of work. You use words during the presentation that you understand, but many in the audience…
Technical professionals can struggle giving presentations, especially to non-technical audiences. Want a way to make it less difficult? Implement a speaker training program at work. If you’re in learning and development (L&D) and want to implement such a program, here are some thoughts on how and why to make it happen. Steps to Create a Speaker Training Program 1. Identify…
