The first few moments of your presentation set the tone for your entire talk! Yet, many presenters make critical mistakes that lose their audience’s attention right from the start.
In this video, executive presentation skills coach and Certified Virtual Presenter™ Gilda Bonanno shares 3 common mistakes to avoid when starting your presentation—and what to do instead.
📌 The 3 Common Mistakes:
❌ Starting with a Long List of Thank Yous – A warm thank you is great, but don’t lose momentum with an extended list that disengages your audience.
❌ Doing a Sound Check in Front of Your Audience – Always test your mic, slides, and setup before you start.
❌ Being Boring – If you don’t grab attention right away, you risk losing your audience.
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