The way you handle questions from an audience can often be the
deciding factor as to how your presentation is received. Yew
you’re pitching for business, then it’s absolutely vital to
handle questions well.

1. Be prepared for questions – When you write your
presentation, think about what you are likely to be asked and
what is your answer going to be maybe you don’t want
answer a particular question at that time, so think about
what you will say to satisfy the questioner.

2. Make it clear from the start: you can decide to take
questions on the fly or at the end of the presentation.
Whatever you decide, make it clear from the start and don’t
change your mind I would suggest questions at the end in a
short presentation; if you answer the questions as you go, then
your time will be eliminated.
And always remember, an audience will not forgive you for
take half an hour when he was only scheduled to talk
for fifteen minutes.

3. Never end with questions – It is much better to ask
questions five or ten minutes before the end, deal with the
questions and then summarize for a strong finish. too many
presentations end with questions and everything goes well
a bit flat, especially if you don’t get any.

4. Listen: When asked a question, listen and watch as your
listening. It may be something you’ve heard a million times.
prior to. Treat the person who asks with respect and do not
trivializes your point.

5. Thank the questioner: Just be polite, show respect.
and gives you a little more time to consider your answer.

6. Repeat the essence of the question: some people may not
I’ve heard the question, so your answer may not do anything.
sense to them. It can also be irritating for them not
listen to the question. Once again, it gives you more time to think about
the answer and makes you look so smart and in control.

7. Reply to everyone – Don’t fall into the trap of just
answering the questioner. If by any chance they are close to the
go ahead then you might end up having a conversation with them
and exclude everyone else.

8. Keep it simple – Many speakers, when it comes to
questions, have become more relaxed and the fact that
someone is interested enough to ask you a question, drive
to go on too long with the answer: NO.

9. Don’t brag or brag: If you don’t know the answer to
a question, say it and find out. Suggest to the questioner
that you will call them on the phone or come to see them with the
answer. It can even be a good way to make more contact.
after the presentation.

As we all know, you may not be asked anything
you ask and then you have that awkward silence.
People may be thinking about what you just said and may
need more time to ask. They can also be a bit shy and can
take a few minutes to talk. why not have a question
your own prepared and say something like. “You may be asking
yourself…….?”
If you still can’t get any questions, go directly to
your summary and closing statement.

Managing a question and answer session well demonstrates
their professionalism and is reflected in their message.