This template has been designed to help you gather your thoughts and prepare effectively for an upcoming presentation.
Fill out each section of the template in turn. A blank copy of the template can be downloaded from Supplementary Resources. Once completed, you may wish to discuss your completed document with a colleague or manager to help ensure you have everything covered.
The template covers the following information:
- the presentation topic
- timescales for preparation and the presentation itself
- aims and objectives of the presentation
- the 'hook', i.e. the particular angle or approach your presentation is going to take
- the known or likely characteristics of your audience
- what visual aids/support materials may be required
- your key points/arguments
- amount/level of research required
- parties to be consulted as part of the presentation preparation process
- potential questions you may be asked and your draft responses
- any take-aways for your audience
The first part of the table is shown below.
