This oral presentation I had to do was not the first, and it likely won’t be the last. Thanks to my team mates, who provided me with a lot of support, I felt more prepared for this presentation than any other I have done. However, I still feel I have much to improve.
I always feel insecure addressing many people at once, especially in a formal setting. The many rehearsals we had helped me overcome that problem to a large extent. However, I feel I may have come off as too rehearsed; by the time of the presentation, I had memorized almost everything (I think my team mates had also memorized my part by then).
I realized how important it was to truly believe in what I was saying. The story I told, and the stand our team took – being able to support it allowed me to access more confidence in giving my presentation.
My voice being too soft is a problem. It may not have been ideal, but I feel I did my best. One thing I realized too late was that during the Q&A session, I spoke softer again because it felt like the people I was talking to were closer, and I let my guard down.
My body language could have been better. I probably fidgeted too much, and I still can’t manage a decent smile. I think I made better eye contact compared to the peer teaching session.
Finally, I learned a lot from this project about organizing slides and points to make, but I could have done better. I still wonder if the transition between points was adequate.
Again, I want to thank my team mates who provided me with feedback and suggestions on how to improve.
Thanks guys. I really appreciate it.
Hey Wei Ee!
ReplyDeleteGOOD JOB! Pleasure working with the Healthiomics-ers!=D You have really improved a lot as compared to the dry run. I can still remember you moving further and further away from the ‘cross’ on the floor which we have pasted as you were presenting. However, during the actual presentation, you have swayed less. Indeed, I believe we can all remember each and everyone’s speech after so many rounds of rehearsals! But, you were pacing yourself well and not coming across as delivering by memorization. More importantly, you ensured that the content of your message conveyed to the audience is logical and persuasive.
All the best in your exams and future endeavours! (You can make a good teacher=))
Hey Wei Ee!
ReplyDeleteI thought you really did well during the presentation! Your emotions showed through when you shared your story and you did well. (:
Your voice has increased by much since the first dry run that we did on Sunday and I must say I was pleasantly surprised by your presentation!
Great job my friend! You did great and you delivered your presentation really well! (:
Hey weiee!
ReplyDeleteYes a very job done! xD sorry I kept asking and asking you to project your voice during the rehearsals :p naggy I know. But I guess it paid off! :) you were much more confident and spoke with emotions on that day! Proud of ya! :) hope this is a good practise for your future presentations! Rmb my nagging! Haha
hey Wei Ee!
ReplyDeleteYea, can really feel the improvement from the first presentation! The emotions that you were trying to portray when sharing your personal experience were good too. Managed to get through to the audience. Overall, great job!
Definitely not your last, the next one will always get better and better!
Hi Wei Ee,
ReplyDeleteI liked your presentation.Your voice was a bit soft but was clear enough to me and your tone makes you seem to be very thoughtful.(and you are) O(∩_∩)O~
Hoooo.... thanks everyone for your kind words... I really don't feel I did that well. ><
ReplyDeleteAlly, your nagging was something I wanted. Otherwise I won't realise if my voice fell again. Thanks.