ways to close A
presentation
so, the hard part’s
over!
It was smooth sailing
throughout your entire
presentation.
They laughed
at your jokes,
stayed attentive,
and even responded
to your questions.
Your speech is coming to an end, but what’s
the perfect way to leave your audience
thinking?
1.Challenge
Convinceyour audience to take what
you’ve told them and do it.
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Challengethem to make a difference or
do something out of
the ordinary.
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Use the power of your speech
to inspire action in
your audience.
Dare themto take what they’ve
learned in your speech
and apply it to their lives.
2.Quote
Find a quote that reiterates
your point and gives that
last push to understanding
the meaning behind your
presentation.
After your quote, you
can exit the stage with
confidence,
and leave the
audience with a certain
something to always
remember.
It may just become their
new favorite quote!
3.Story
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Take a storyyou started earlier on in your
presentation and finish
it at your close.
Making a reference to an earlier part in your
presentation will refresh the audience’s memory
before their departure.
A success storywill give the audience a sense of
hopefulness and self-assurance to
make their story a success as well.
4.Repetition
1. 2. 3.
tell themwhat you’re going to tell them,
tell them, then tell them what
you just told them.
Repetitionreaffirms your position
on an argument and helps
get the audience on your side.
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If you repeat what you’ve been saying
throughout your presentation,
the message will definitely get across.
5.The Big ask
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The best way to get a reaction out of
your audience is to simply ask them to
do something.
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How will they know what you need
if you never ask?
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Asking the audience
A question at the end of your presentation will
keep their minds spinning with questions of their own.
One thing you don’t want to do is close
your presentation without saying,
“thank you”.
A little appreciation can go a long way.
If you remember to remain calm and
be prepared, your presentation will
Always be great.
5 Ways to Close a Presentation

5 Ways to Close a Presentation