How to Present to Small Audience?

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How to present to a small audience?


Introduction

Presentations are easier to make and

give, standing in front of the projector and

gesturing towards it while changing slides.

But such presentations are made for big audiences.

However, today many presentations are given to small groups,

usually less than ten people.

This sometimes becomes a problem as everything needs to

change according to the size of the group you are presenting to.

Let us look at how to give an effective presentation to a small

audience.


Why is a typical presentation not

effective?

A typical presentation is usually made, not by keeping in mind

the size of the group.

Creating too many slides, ample research, reading them or

asking audience to read them; are some methods which do not

work with small groups.

Thus the effort is wasted and the presentation is unsuccessful.


Clear Objective

Objective

of

presentatio

n

Large group Small group

Objective

Provide as much

information, motivate the

audience, to make them

think.

More focussed on one

specific goal, get

audience to take that

specific action.

Example A presentation on Ethics in

a work culture

To buy a particular

product, to make a

proposal for approval


1. Customize your presentation

Know your audience, know what your customer wants

Always consider the needs of your audience

Know the level of expertise of your audience

Think how you can present best to the audience

Be professional


2. Present- but

Converse

In smaller groups it is imperative

not only to present to your audience but also to converse with

them

A conversational presentation also helps in guiding your talk

towards the need of your audience

Listen when they are asking you questions

Answer on the spot, in a professional and specialized manner


3. Preparation before presenting

While presenting to a small

audience keep in mind to prepare

yourself thoroughly

Meaning, use limited number of handwritten notes and do not

clutter them on your presentation deck

This ensures a more conversational presentation

Always have a backup of your presentation, on your USB and

even email it to yourself


4. Preparation for the audience

Keep papers, pen,

pencils or printed notes on the table,

if required.

Guide your audience to each slide of your presentation

Use highlight or bolds to emphasize on special points

Try and link a few good stories from real life, to make your point

noticed, human and keep your audience engaged


5. Non- verbal communication

The most important aspect when presenting to a small

audience, as nothing gets unnoticed with a small group

Your gestures, your body language, the way you stand, the way

you sit, the way you speak- all come into notice and show how

confidently you can deliver an idea


5.a. Deliver while standing or

sitting?

Stand when you are

delivering a more formal part of

your presentation

You can sit when you are answering questions and are more in

a conversational tone

Do not stand for the entire presentation

Stand when you have to illustrate a chart or show something on

a white board


5. b. Being Seated

Your seat should not be in the

middle of the audience

Take a position that is beside the projector or closer to the

projector and the decision maker

Sit, facing all your audience, keeping an eye contact with them

Be familiar with the space in which you have to give the

presentation; this helps you prepare your seat better


5.c. Gestures and body

language

Eye contact with your audience is imperative

Shows confidence and the power of deliverance

Do not make much hand movements, they are a distraction;

until you need to point towards a chart for explanation

Do not fidget with things like pen or paper in your hands, or

shake your legs when sitting

A confident body language is a key to successful presentations


Conclusion

Presenting to a small

group largely depends on your relationship with the members

You need to be thoughtful and strategise accordingly

Your ideas that you want to get through should be clear

Details, interactions and avoiding distractions should be the key

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