I can’t count how many times I’ve been asked, “Am I supposed to memorize my presentation?”

 

My standard -- and slightly confusing -- answer is, “No … and yes … but mostly no.”

 

Let me explain. Memorizing your entire presentation is not recommended, nor is it reasonable.

 

In this episode, you learn:

- which elements of a presentation should be memorized and why

- what you should do with the body of a presentation

- the two most important parts of a talk

- what to do if you are going to include a long quote or other passage

- what propels you from being a speaker who speaks to one who connects with their audience and serves them well