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Mcom 320: Commanding The Stage

The Art of Presenting

🎯 Objectives, Values, and Learning Outcomes

This learning module should take you about 1 hour to complete.
By the end of this lesson you will meet the

Lesson Objectives

  • Plan audience-focused presentations
  • Prepare simple, consistent, visual media
  • Practice body language and vocal delivery
  • Confidently deliver business presentations
  • Troubleshoot potential problems
View BYU's Advanced Written and Oral Communication Learning Outcomes
View the BYU Marriott School Mission and Values

Overview

Humans are fascinating and complex social animals. We love to connect with others. We pay attention when another human being stands up, takes a breath, and starts speaking. For the most part, information in business is communicated on screens, but key decisions—to buy, sell, invest, or hire—are often made through presentations.

If you learn to stand out as a presenter, you’ll be a contributor at critical moments. Powerful presenters are effective communicators who get the job, the raise, and the opportunity to return to the table time and again. Become an excellent presenter and you’ll certainly be less stressed when your boss turns to you and says, “Why don’t you take 10 minutes and explain those numbers to us.”

Learn to create meaningful, engaging, and clear charts, tables, infographics, and presentation slides.

Read the following pages textbook chapter


Watch the following video by Amy Cuddy


Watch this TED Talk by Amy Cuddy, "Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are" (20 minutes), where she discusses important concepts about nonverbal communication, especially in evaluative situations (such as speeches or job interviews).

Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are | Amy Cuddy | TED

Ms. Cuddy delivered a forum address a few years ago at BYU. The first question during the Q&A was about the challenge of power posing for people with physical disabilities. Her response was fascinating; she cited research that a person can mentally picture themselves striking a power pose and experience the same benefits of physically striking a power pose. So, if you find yourself in a situation that would be awkward to strike a power pose, picture yourself power posing in your mind!