gad 250 chapter 15

What is a disadvantage of using handouts during presentations?

They can distract your audience members.

What does "T" stand for in the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication in presentations?

tone

Which tip will help you manage your nervousness before giving a presentation?

watching what foods and beverages you consume

During presentations, how can you be an audience member who shows support for the presenter?

Ask questions that pertain to the speaker's topic.

How can a team ensure that it gives a cohesive presentation?

Be clear with one another about the team's objectives and key messages.

Which statement about nervousness when delivering presentations is true?

Experiencing some nervousness can heighten your ability to deliver forcefully

What accurately matches the type of attire with the attribute it projects?

Formal business dress projects authority.

In which scenario is the speaker acting advantageously?

Harvey stands just in front of the podium to seem more accessible.

Darius has to make a presentation at a fund-raising event. Which nonverbal behavior should Darius display during his presentation to build the audience's trust in him?

He should maintain eye contact with his audience.

Which presenter is using the room to his or her advantage?

Jared positions himself slightly down the center aisle because the front rows are empty.

Which statement about the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication in presentations is true?

Keeping your arms to your sides or gesturing with palms up is more inviting to the audience

Which strategy will help make the question-and-answer portion of presentations as smooth and effective as possible?

Reframe the questions to match your agenda.

In the middle of his presentation, Leroy loses his train of thought. What should he do?

Repeat his last statement to regain his thought process

Your colleague Anuj has to give a presentation to the whole company. What tip should you give him about managing his nerves?

Take several deep breaths to alleviate your anxiety

Which tip is a helpful guideline for nonverbal communication during presentations?

Use facial expressions to connect with your audience and show enthusiasm for your topic

Your coworker Kenny has to give a presentation to a group of managers, and he is feeling nervous. Which tip would be the best advice you could give him?

Visualize yourself speaking with confidence and ease

In the context of workplace attire, which item of clothing distinguishes men's formal business dress from business casual dress?

a necktie

Kelly has to deliver a presentation to executives at a formal business meeting. Which outfit will help her project authority and competence?

a tailored business suit with a skirt and leather shoes

Which action will help you maintain a flexible approach during your presentation?

arriving early to deal with surprises regarding equipment, room layout, or attendance

Hoda is skilled at reading the emotional signals of her audience and making quick, subtle adaptations to her presentation to connect with them. Hoda is good at showing her

caring

During presentations, speakers show their ________ by knowing their content well.

competence

During a presentation, promptly complying with requests raised by audience members

establishes your reputation as being responsive

If you want to draw the audience's attention to you during your presentation, you should

explain and elaborate on the content in your slides.

What does "E" stand for in the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication in presentations?

eye contact

Which type of attire should generally be avoided in business-related settings?

jeans and a collarless shirt