Panache Despite Problems: 28 Tips for the Polished Presenter

So you have excellent presentation skills. What can go wrong? Plenty. Even the best presenters get flustered, spoil a punch line, and get heckled now and then. Don't despair! These 38 proven tips work wonders for even the most awkward situations.

Save face when a story flops.
Get back on track when memory fails.
Survive equipment failure.
Engage even the most problematic participants in your presentations.
Recover well when your punch line falls flat.