{"id":10995,"date":"2023-01-03T12:24:50","date_gmt":"2023-01-03T11:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.presentationload.com\/?p=10995"},"modified":"2023-05-10T13:07:11","modified_gmt":"2023-05-10T11:07:11","slug":"attention-curve-presentations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/attention-curve-presentations\/","title":{"rendered":"Presentation hack: Consider the attention curve &#8211; summarize key messages at the end!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The audience&#8217;s attention during a PowerPoint presentation is <strong>high at the beginning but decreases after the first 10-15 minutes<\/strong>. To make important core aspects of your topic <strong>stick<\/strong> in the audience&#8217;s memory in the long term, it makes sense to <strong>emphasize or repeat the most important points at certain intervals<\/strong> to increase attention. This way, the audience is more likely to internalize what has been said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way not to lose the attention of the audience is to <strong>divide the presentation<\/strong>. Too much consecutive information can quickly become tiring. Try to divide your presentations into smaller sections with a short break between each. This way you can maintain attention throughout, and important aspects will not be overheard.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_55deee-86 .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_55deee-86 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_55deee-86\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inform, repeat &amp; repeat again<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, <strong>people remember things better when they are repeated<\/strong>. Therefore, repetition is the key when it comes to remembering important things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When holding your presentations, try to<strong> include phrases like<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cLet me summarize what I just said\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe main points are\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTo summarize\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cKey findings are\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_bc417b-5c .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_bc417b-5c .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_bc417b-5c\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"attention curve in ppt\" class=\"wp-image-31167\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-7-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-7-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/1-7.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_331011-6e .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_331011-6e .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_331011-6e\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you conclude your argument, <strong>do not add more information or new points<\/strong>, just repeat what you have already said, preferably<strong> in different words<\/strong>. This helps to support the attention curve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most speakers don\u2019t spend too much time thinking about how to end their presentations, which is a mistake. The truth is that your <strong>ending is just as important as your introduction<\/strong>. Your presentation ending should be short, clear, and memorable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>20 tips <\/strong>on how to create a successful presentation ending, see the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/20-tips-end-presentation-in-style\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">End Your Presentation in Style<\/a>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_ed6ad2-98 .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_ed6ad2-98 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_ed6ad2-98\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to support the attention curve of the audience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are three tips to help you leave a lasting impression:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#1: Summarize your key findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t just repeat what you&#8217;ve already said but <strong>try to summarize your main ideas in one or two concise statements.<\/strong> This will help your audience remember what you talked about long after they have left the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#2: Use a call-to-action<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Folie1-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Call to action\" class=\"wp-image-31161\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Folie1-7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Folie1-7-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Folie1-7-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Folie1-7.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_a5dd9b-0b .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_a5dd9b-0b .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_a5dd9b-0b\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What do you want your audience to do with the information you&#8217;ve presented? Whether you want listeners to sign up for your newsletter or follow you on social media, provide a specific <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/call-action-presentations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">call to action<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#3: Share a personal story with your audience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to connect with your audience is to tell a<strong> personal story that supports your point<\/strong>. This could either be something from your own life or an experience you have witnessed. Make a connection from the personal anecdote to your presentation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will reach your audience much better <strong>with personal aspects<\/strong> than with impersonal sentences. Packed into a story, your presentation topic has a much more appealing effect. You can find tips on this in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/storytelling-in-ppt-presentations\/\">\u201cStorytelling\u201d<\/a> article on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_3316af-e6 .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_3316af-e6 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:100%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_3316af-e6\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General points that support attention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the points mentioned above, we have gathered <strong>four other aspects that will help you get enough attention from your audience.<\/strong> When you give a presentation, the last thing you want is for your audience to digress and forget what you said. Only by getting the audience&#8217;s attention will important content be absorbed and remembered even after the presentation is over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you ensure that the audience retains the information?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> Make sure your presentation is <strong>well organized and easy to follow.<\/strong> Use<strong> clear headings and signposts to guide your audience through the material<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appeal to <strong>as many senses as possible by using images, sounds, and if appropriate, smells.<\/strong> The more senses you appeal to, the more likely it is that your audience:members will also remember what you said.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can <strong>encourage questions and conversation<\/strong>&#8211; this active participation helps your audience memorize the material.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, it&#8217;s a good idea to <strong>check in with your audience members after the presentation<\/strong>. Send them additional resources or a summary of the key points of your presentation. For more information on this, see our article all about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/handouts-presentation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handouts<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have any <strong>questions about the attention curve <\/strong>in presentations or about PowerPoint in general? Feel free to contact us at <a href=\"mailto:info@presentationload.com\">info@presentationload.com<\/a>. We are always happy to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for <strong>visually appealing PowerPoint templates<\/strong> that support the attention curve? In our store you will find <strong>numerous downloadable slide templates suitable for a wide variety of (business) topics.<\/strong> Take a look today! \u25ba To the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/\">store.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find <strong>many more tips on how to win the attention of the audience in our blog.<\/strong> \u25ba<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">To the blog<\/a>. Especially these articles might be helpful for you, take a look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/storytelling-in-ppt-presentations\/\">Storytelling in Presentations \u2013 Connect Emotionally with Your Audience!<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/define-goal-for-presentations\/\">Define Goals for Your Presentations \u2013 Here\u2019s How to Succeed Every Time!<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/pitch-presentation\/\">Pitch Presentation: How to Make the Case for Your Idea in Minutes!<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presentationload.com\/blog\/testimonials-in-presentations\/\">Use Testimonials in Presentations for more Credibility!<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The audience&#8217;s attention during a PowerPoint presentation is high at the beginning but decreases after the first 10-15 minutes. 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