KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL PRESENTATION PRESENTATION SKILLS The art of an effective presentation is the fruit of persistent effort and practice. Your personality is reflected in your presentation. Proper planning and preparation are essential to a successful presentation. A successful presentation can help you achieve your goal and attract your audience. A presentation should be persuasive and should change the audience's attitude after listening. Oral presentations are often more persuasive. Good speakers always check their equipment before starting their presentation. Before starting the presentation, make copies of the material to be presented and distribute them to the audience. If you're attending a conference or program with many speakers, make sure your presentation fits the broader goals. Who is your audience? What do you want to present (content)? Why do you want to present (purpose)? As much as possible, never read a presentation or memorize it. Your presentation will lose flexibility and communication will suffer. Practice your speech before your presentation until y...