"I imagine that I'm going to present to my grandmother, who had a fifth-grade education." Barry Schwartz, PhD

Remember that there also used to be a time when you didn't know the information you are delivering.

Give a talk that makes people feel like they're smart ...

Determine your main points and outline them.

Use notes or PowerPoint or Keynote slides as prompts. Avoid using only words. Use slides for emphasis.

Know who you are speaking to. It will help you tailor the talk and will help keep the audience engaged.

Is the audience of your speech going to be mainly fellow psychologists, health professionals, other professional groups, students or consumers? What do they want and...

Use visual tools (such as slides or a video) as an aid. Incorporate research and tell stories.
Use anecdotes as an effective way to connect with your audience.

Using different media in your talk makes it more dynamic and compelling. It creates energy and vibrancy.

Think about ways to use slides, video, audio, handouts, props, and even spontaneous smartphone polls to engage your audience.

Use humor, an engaging video or other media to present various aspects of topics that needs deeper exploration.

Authenticity—sounding like yourself and using everyday language—is key to getting your message across to an audience,