Guides: Present Like a Pro: Start Here

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The Present Like a Pro guide compiles strategies, tips and tools to help you prepare and deliver academic presentations.

Presentation Planning 101
Learn 6 steps to plan your presentation
Seven Questions to Know Your Audience
Use these 7 questions to develop a presentation by keeping your audience in mind
Planning Your Presentation
Give your presentation a strong foundation through careful planning
Creating Your Presentation Slides
Learn principles for creating dynamic and engaging slides for your presentation
Managing Nervousness Before Your Presentation
This video will walk you through five tips to help manage your nerves before a presentation

Delivering an Academic Presentation
Learn how to deliver a memorable presentation
#Present Like A Pro
This short video has great tips for giving a polished presentation
Presenting in Unique Situations
Tips for online presentations, group presentations and poster presentations
Managing Nervousness During Your Presentation
This video will walk you through five tips for managing your nerves during a presentation

The ABCs of Answering Difficult Questions
Learn a simple formula for responding to difficult questions in an academic presentation
How to Give Awesome Feedback
Learn how to provide helpful and actionable feedback for presentations

Practice your presentation with a learning specialist for constructive and compassionate feedback. You can also discuss your outline or review your slides. You can book an in-person or online appointment, depending on the type of presentation that you will give.
- Book an in-person appointment
- Book an online appointment
If English is not your dominant language, you can book an appointment with an EAL specialist to focus on speaking, pronunciation, or intercultural communication skills.
- Book an in-person appointment. Use the dropdown menu and select English Language Skills.
- Book an online appointment. Use the dropdown menu and select English Language Skills.

Create an Academic Poster
This guide includes comprehensive tips for creating visually appealing posters and instructions for creating a poster with PowerPoint.