we all have to make a speech or give a presentation at some point in our lives or work 

we are probably going to be judged as much by how we deliver the talk as by the material itself 

these judgements might be subconscious on the audience’s part - reactions to our tone of voice, body language and general conviction 

so we need to leave our audience with a favourable impression of our delivery and that we believe in what we say 

careers are made during presentations
it’s probably one of the few times that your boss will see you in action - your future boss may even be in the room 

we are ambassadors for our departments and organisations when we speak in public - we need to leave a positive impression of the area we represent    

decisions are made during presentations
stakeholders, executives and other decision-makers may be present - options, plans and risks need to be clearly & concisely communicated in order for appropriate decisions to be made    

read my top 3 tips for presenting well