presentation skills for testers
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Presentation Skills for Software Testers
Karthikeyan Chandran
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*AgendaPreparation and Practice Tone and Body LanguageDealing with questions and interruptionsFacing your fears
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Preparation : What makes a good presentation?Divide into groupsWhat makes a good presentation?Some things to think about - presenter - resources - structure
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Preparation Contd..Preparation is key!Key messageAudienceTimeResourcesClose
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Structuring your PresentationThree section structure: introduction information recap.Prepare everything you need in advanceCheck on the day that everything works
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Practice : Practice in front of peopleIn the venueFix things that dont workTimingGets you used to being in front of an audience.
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Giving the Presentation(Tone and Body Language)Only a small proportion comes from what you sayPosture.Tone of voice.Dont rush!Clothing: comfortable, appropriateMaintain eye contactUse notes if you need themThink about when to use handouts
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Dealing with QuestionsQuestions show people are listening!Allow time to deal with themDecide when to answer themTry and anticipateDont be afraid to stop and think
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*Facing your FearsWrite your fears on a post-itStick them upFind ways to face them in the group
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Copyright IBM Corporation 2009*SummaryPreparation is key! Practice!Watch out for tone and body languageYour flipchart/PowerPoint is a complement only, dont let it take over!Questions are good, but prepare for them.Fears can be tempered with good preparation
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