Tip One: Get them engaged, physically đ
The mind will follow the body. So, encouraging your audience to do something that creates physical engagement is essential. Whether thatâs raising their hands, turning to someone nearby and introducing themselves, or if your presentation is online â clicking on the screen or a virtual hand raise.
Any of these options instantly transform your audience into participants, not just observers.
Tip Two: Get them engaged, mentally đ§
Weâve all been there⊠zoning out in the middle of someoneâs presentation. The best way to keep your audience engaged mentally is to ask questions â whether itâs rhetorical or youâre expecting an answer, itâll encourage everyone to think and consider the topic.
Tip Three: Use inclusive and personal language
Perking up when we hear our own name or the word âyouâ is instinctive, so if you know people in the audience, mention their name and use phrases such as âYou may know..â or âYou may be wonderingâŠâ or âAfter today, youâll knowâŠâ.  This draws people in and makes them feel like theyâre being spoken to directly.
Now get out there and smash your next presentation with oodles of engagement!