1) When planning a presentation, draw a spider web or diagram to plan your thoughts and stick to your plan while allowing for changes. Know who your audience is. 2) Thoroughly research your topic before beginning to create slides to ensure you have a strong understanding of the material. Choose only the top 3-4 key points to focus on. 3) Write bullet points with simple language on slides to accompany your oral presentation, not full sentences of text. Keep layouts repetitive with a simple color scheme and limited number of slides. Take notes as you research and refer back to your initial plan.