1. Set the Theme

* Make your theme clear and consistent

* Create a headline that sets the direction for your meeting

2. Provide the Outline

3. Open & Close Each Section with a Clear Transition

* Make it easy for your listeners to follow your story

4. Demonstrate Enthusiasm

* Wow your audience

5. Sell an Experience

* Make numbers and statistics meaningful

* Analogies help connect the dots for your audience

6. Make it Visual

* Paint a simple picture that doesn't overwhelm

7. Give'em a Show

* Identify your memorable moment and build up to it

8. Rehearse Rehearse Rehearse

* Spend the time to rehearse

9. One more thing...

* Give your audience and added bonus to walk away with

OF,BY,FOR THE ARCHITECTURE