To be an expert in your topic as a presenter is one. To effectively deliver the same to your audience is another.
People have been exposed to different kinds of presentations all their lives: from the classroom to the workplace. How many of those are still recalled today? Why is it embedded in their minds? What has it instilled? And, most importantly, how was it imparted in such a way that it affected one’s life? That is the outcome of an effective presentation.
There are ways to “wow” your audience. Presenters should not only master the topic but consider the best method to best impart the message across.
An essential starting point on any presentation is establishing respect between you and your audience. In an article of Rowan Manahan, Presentation Masterclass at Lifehack.org, 5 key questions should be answered when planning a presentation.
Is there really a need to present?
What results are expected to be achieved?
What is the mindset of the audience?
How should points be structured?
Is there a need for visual aids?
There might be other questions but these are considered fundamentals.
Having a well planned presentation is always vital for each Toastmaster as it gives an accurate gauge of how well one is able to express and impart thought. Truly the best reward that a speaker could ever get is a sign recognition from his audiences showing him that he was able to come across with what he intended to present.
You could check out the entire article at Lifehack.org. It is one of the most frequently visited sites today. You can find a lot of helpful tips on how to effectively do things, improve yourself and increase your productivity.