I will admit that I use a PowerPoint more often than not. It is not because I am trying to dazzle anyone, it is mostly for the sake of being my notes for the process. Seldom do I use a tremendous amount of wording on them, but I need a few key prompts to get me through most presentations. I blame this reliance on lack of preparation or procrastination; I am not sure which is more powerful or more to blame.
Recently, I was viewing a few George Carlin presentations on YouTube, and it reminded me, have I ever seen a comedian use a PowerPoint? If you study comedians, you will find them quite professional in their delivery. A list that I created with help from the Wikihow on How to be a Comedian:
- Original Material
- Ability to read an audience
- Relate to the average person
- Remember to walk the stage
- Respectful attitude
- Watch others and emulate one you like
- Practice body language and timing
- Practice in front of others and notice their reaction
- Watch classic presenters like Steve Jobs, Johnny Carson, Jack Welch, Dr. Deming
- It’s not a monologue
- The single most important, PRACTICE (I might have said it twice)
George Carlin Talks about “Stuff” (there may be some inappropriate language)
George Carlin's (Farewell George, 1937-2008) classic standup routine about the importance of 'Stuff' in our lives. This was from his appearance at Comic Relief in 1986.
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