How do I make a presentation interesting?

How do I make a presentation interesting?

In any presentation, the introduction must have a tremendous impact to grasp the attention of the
audience. There are many ways to do this. You can begin with an anecdote that demonstrates or
highlights what you will present. You may also use quotations or statistics to highlight the significance of your topic. You may even use humour by starting with a joke, provided, of course, it is relevant and within appropriate and acceptable social norms. Many presenters play by the ear, so that they know when to modify what they say as they can ‘feel’ how the audience is reacting. If you are inexperienced, you should stick to the conventional path and start with a formal introduction. As you gain in experience, you can get more creative. Many good presenters start with something that is attention grabbing and yet relevant to the topic. They may use the picture of a contemporary work of art, a photograph from a magazine or newspaper, a film clip or even an interactive game to let the audience ‘warm up’ to the topic. But remember, simplicity is the key to success. Keep your presentation simple and it is sure to impress the audience. Simple, of course, does not mean boring. Pepper your speech with the right pauses, the right questions and the right examples and you will have a presentation that will stay in your audience’s mind.