OK, now you are beginning to panic . . . The key to solving this problem is knowing how to recover, without losing a beat. Here are some sure-fire ways to get your presentation back on track. Don't Freak Out First and foremost, relax. Don't go into a panic.
Audiences can sense panic, and, like sharks, they look for it.
Always Have Notes Speakers should always have their speaker notes within reach. After you take a breath and relax, glance at your notes for an idea or trigger to get you back on track. Once you have what you need, pick up where you left off. Audiences don't mind when you refer to your notes. The trick to using notes is to make it look deliberate.