This first video looks at techniques to perform effective presentation. It is recommended to read
first all the best practices starting here to understand fully the film. The video shows live examples
of two presenters. Modelling is a way to learn. You will find many examples around you how to
build your presentation : TV documentaries, Theatre play, Newspapers, Ads. All media by definition
intend to communicate as much as a presentation.

Steve Jobs is known for the excellent presentation that he delivers. For sure he does rehearse many
times before delivering. Barack Obama develops charisma. Bill Clinton is one of the first speaker
paid hundreds of thousands of dollars just for speaking. Shorter speech or presentation are the
most difficult to prepare. Why ? simply because you cannot make any mistake. Every ideas or
messages must be understood right away. A one day seminar gives you a chance to come back to
some ideas, a 30 minute presentation does not.

What is an excellent presentation ? a presentation that participants understand, remember and
enjoy with fun at some time. 

If you speak at a conference, you may also watch the speakers delivering before you. That will give
you opportunities to link to what happened before, showing that you are attending and not just
coming to give a speech. Again the audience should feel that you are alike. It is not you and them.
Bill Clinton is known for his human approach in his speeches, which certainly makes him today one
of the greatest speakers.

You may consider playing amateur theatre. You may also join the local office of the ToastMasters
association (www.toastmasters.org). They organize sessions where each participant can present
and receive feedback.