plus: Don't put slides up then read them out Provide proper handouts, not just copies of slides, written in complete sentences with references.
In academic talks, use: - the microphone - story-telling principles - variations in pace, register, & volume - tactical pauses - minimal jargon - big fonts - big labels on axes - warmth & humor - your own quirky charisma, whatever form that takeshttps://twitter.com/AcademicChatter/status/1234146646579175424 …
What are your top academic presentation/communication tips? What has helped you and what would you advise against? Keen to learn about all of your experiences!
Inspired by @KrishanaSankar 
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And include no pixel that is not necessary. No excess debris.
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And those of us who checked your bio to see if you're actually an anthropologist, & wondered why you singled out axes in particular as a tool that should be labelled correctly, & why you'd even bring real axes to a conference in 2020, should probably just quit while we're ahead.
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The most common error I see is standing stiff a board while presenting. Use body language! Be engaging! Too many academics see their body as just a vehicle to move their brain from room to room.
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