In college, I had to give an oral presentation. I was so worried that I brought a lot of note cards. But during the presentation, the cards got all mixed up. I ended up making up a really crazy story on the spot that somehow related to the topic. The whole class was laughing and I got extra points for creativity.
I once saw a student give an oral presentation where he accidentally mixed up his slides and started talking about dinosaurs in a presentation that was supposed to be about modern art. It was hilarious as he tried to make sense of it all.
Once, my friend was trying to teach his little brother how to brush his teeth properly. He made up a really silly song about brushing all the teeth evenly. His brother ended up singing it every time he brushed, and it was so funny to hear this little voice singing the tooth - brushing song.
One possible story could be a girl who was extremely nervous for her first oral presentation. She had practiced a lot at home, but when she got in front of the class, her hands started to shake. However, she took a deep breath, remembered her key points, and started speaking slowly and clearly. By the end, she received a big round of applause from her classmates, which gave her a huge confidence boost.
There are many. For example, if you're giving a presentation about time management, you could tell a story about a friend who was always late because they had 10 different alarm clocks set but still managed to sleep through all of them. Or in a presentation about traveling, tell the story of a tourist who got on the wrong bus and ended up in a small, charming village instead of the big city they intended, and had an amazing, unexpected adventure there.
Funny stories can break the ice and grab the audience's attention right from the start. For example, starting a presentation with a short, humorous anecdote related to the topic can make the audience more receptive. It also helps to create a more relaxed atmosphere, which is conducive to better communication.
To prepare a presentation on success stories, start by defining what success means in the context of your presentation. Then, collect data and information about the success stories. This could involve interviewing the people involved, if possible. Organize your presentation into sections. For instance, you could have a section on the background of the success, another on the strategies used, and a final section on the impact of the success. Use anecdotes and quotes from those involved in the success stories to make it more relatable. Also, rehearse your presentation multiple times to ensure a smooth flow.
A presentation horror story could be forgetting your entire speech. Standing there in front of the audience with a blank mind, not knowing what to say next. It's terrifying. Or when your PowerPoint slides have a major formatting error that makes them look completely unprofessional, like the text is all jumbled up or the images are distorted. And then there's the situation where you accidentally start presenting a personal and inappropriate slide in a professional setting. That can be a real nightmare.
One idea could be to start with a personal story that is relatable to the audience, like a time you overcame a fear. Then, contrast it with a historical story, for example, the story of a great leader's perseverance. You can use visual aids to enhance each story, like pictures for the personal one and maps for the historical.
Well, it's not a strict rule. If the style and tone of the short story call for a more formal and organized look, then justification might be appropriate. But if it's a more free-flowing or creative piece, leaving it unjustified could work better.
When I first did an oral presentation on creampie, I started with a brief history of the dessert. I talked about how it evolved over time in different regions. Then I went into details about the making process, such as how to bake the crust evenly and how to layer the cream properly. I also shared some tips on how to present it beautifully on a plate for guests. It was a great learning experience for me as I had to research a lot and practice my speaking skills.
We should focus on positive, family - friendly and respectful stories rather than ones with sexual connotations.