Beware of Q and A
If you’re not careful, you’ll end your presentation on a weak note. Weak because closing on Q and A means closing with the last question. So what if the question is a tough one? What if your answer is weak? What if the questioner is in a bad mood? Maybe his colleague was fired, and he’s firing tough questions at you?
Beware of Q and A Takeaways
Share a final story after the Q&A. Given that even the best-run Q&A session is unpredictable, it is best to have the Q&A as the second-to-last element.
I always stop the Q&A part a few minutes before the end. That way I have time to share one final example before wrapping up. Even if the Q&A part falls flat, you can still end your session with a bang instead of a fizzle.
The above methods can help you turn any keynote into a better experience.
Whether you’re an experienced speaker or a notice, I’m happy to help you connect with your audience so you’re invited back. Contact me: bob@kaplitz.tv. We can review and improve on:
- Your outline
- Key points
- Goals for various presentations
- Supporting materials
- How you’ll manage Q and A
- How you plan to close your presentation on a powerful note.
We can also review and improve on:
- How to be entertaining and informative.
- How to use short stories, quips and anecdotes.
- How to use a story to create an emotional connection between ideas and audience.
In short, get known for killer presentations.
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