Visualization for the preparation of presentations

Visualization is an important part of the psychological training of top-class sportsmen. They prepare themselves mentally for a match or competition with this technique. Before the competition, they repeatedly visualize the event, and in that visualization they see themselves performing well. The mentally practise an explosive start that immediately puts them in the lead. They imagine the forceful punches they will deliver. They feel the skilful goals they will score and they enjoy the crowd’s cheering. By doing this they build a healthy, positive tension in their minds. In addition, they mentally work on their skills by frequent repetition.

By applying this technique to the mental preparation of presentations, speakers learn to build positive tension under which they optimally perform. So, from that moment onwards, no more crippling stress but measured, positive tension that better helps the speaker to perform. Furthermore, visualizing success builds skills so that during the presentation the speaker has time and energy for interaction with his audience.