How to Create a Great Presentation for the Board Meeting
by baraknew
A well-crafted presentation is an important instrument for creating a positive dialogue and gaining support for your company’s financial and project needs. It’s also one of the best ways to show your leadership skills and experience in front of the board.
It is important to consider the purpose of your presentation to the board and be clear on what you want to achieve. You should aim to make the board members feel that they got lots of value out of your presentation. It could be a debate about the difficulties and successes of last quarter or an outline of your goals for the upcoming quarter. It could also be brainstorming about current challenges to our big, bold, and hairy goal.
In addition to knowing what you’d like to accomplish from your presentation, it’s important to know the type of response you’re looking for from the board. Boards are generally concerned with many things, including long-term risk, value, and how your plans align with the overall strategic direction of the company. If you can bring up their concerns early in your presentation, and give them an idea of the issues they face, they will be more likely to support your plans.
You should practice your presentation a number of times prior to giving it before the board. This will make you more confident and stop you from saying “um” or making mistakes with your words. You can also ask for feedback from others after you’ve given your presentation.