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Making Your Point Whether you're asked an unexpected question, or you decide to make a statement, you need to express yourself both quickly and briefly. To select and express your ideas, choose the best type of information. This includes: info that will make you or your team look good, info that will make the audience root for you, info that will catch their attention, and info that will make them agree with you on a subject. Use the P.R.E.P. formula as a guide: P OINT OF VIEW R EASONS E VIDENCE P OINT OF VIEW (1) State your Point of View at the beginning. (2) Briefly explain your Reasons. (3) Use Evidence (such as stats, scores or examples) that will back up your point. (4) Restate your Point of View at the end for added impact. Include whatever action you want the listener to take. Example: "Our team's performance keeps getting better, so people who come see us won't be disappointed."