Make your presentation more memorable by telling a joke, using an anecdote or asking a compelling question while going over these introductory slides.

FORBES: Have Them at "Hello"

Perhaps there are some tweaks you can make to your own presentation that will put your product over the top or give you the confidence and assuredness edge to win that account.

FORBES: Appearances Count: In Business, Presentation Is Everything

First, make sure you are building your presentation with your audience in mind .

FORBES: 3 Reasons Why Your Presentation Is A Dud

Make the front end of your presentation about your audience.

FORBES: 'It's All About You!'

For now just keep in mind that your delivery can make or break a presentation.

FORBES: Steven Tyler's Guide to a Rockin' Presentation

Tailor the bulk of your presentation to that style to gain a positive perception and make your audience feel like you have spent time on them.

FORBES: Presentation and Perception

The easier you make it for your audience to relate and communicate with you, the easier it is to deliver a successful presentation.

FORBES: Presentation and Perception