How To Use Your Projector

Rules for Team Presentations

The necessity for teamwork in the workplace is not a new idea. However, it is becoming commonplace to find that cooperative effort is needed in all areas of corporate communication. Presentations are no exception.

When you work in a group, there are always varying degrees of "teamwork" issues that need to be addressed. Whether it's developing a consistent presentation style and tone, scheduling team meetings or determining who will present.

Team presentations can be a nightmare if you don't get off to a good start. Here are guidelines designed to make your team presentation experience less hectic.

1. Select a strong team leader
This individual should have the leadership ability and authority to make on-the-spot decisions. Whether it's content, structure, presenters, etc, this person needs to take full responsibility for the overall outcome of the presentation.

2. Follow the same rules you use when developing a solo presentation
Make sure everyone understands the overall presentation objectives as well as their roles in the development of the final presentation.

3. Organize content development
Trying to collectively "write" a presentation is a difficult task. Try arming each person with a stack of Post-it notes. Then, have individuals write only their own ideas (one per note). When it comes time to "write" the presentation, go to a room with a large blank wall and use this flat surface as a clean slate. Organize presentation content on the wall; move topics as desired. Once the content is organized, the group can determine what types of visual aids are needed and where to place them.

4. Keep visuals with one person
Be sure one person is assigned to manage the visual aids. By assigning one team member to this task, you can ensure consistent color, style, and format.

5. Provide transitions
If you have multiple presenters, you need to plan clean transitions between presenters. Smooth, transitions ensure that you convey a well-prepared, professional image.

6. Rehearse, rehearse, rehearse
When pulling together a team presentation, it is important that everyone become familiar with presentation content, visual aids, and transitions between presenters. Because everyone presents in a unique way, it is critical that the team practice together in order to reach a high level of comfort with the presentation and each other. A full dress rehearsal with visual aids is a must for a successful team presentation!

NEC VT491 Multimedia Projector

$699
Resolution: SVGA (800 x 600)
Brightness: 2000 ANSI Lumens
Contrast Ratio: 600:1
Weight: 6.4 lbs
Connectivity: RGB (2), Component Video, Composite Video, S-Video
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