Hold the ask, not the slide
Select a gaze pattern for executive Q&A after presenting evidence.
The slide explains the evidence. The COO needs the ask. The COO asks, "What do you want from us?" What should Omar do with his gaze? Glance at the chart for the evidence, then turn to the COO for the specific ask. Correct. This separates evidence from accountability and makes the decision line land. Keep looking at the chart so the ask feels data-driven. The data is visible. Staying on the slide makes the recommendation look less owned. Look at the most supportive executive to build confidence. That seeks reassurance. The ask belongs to the decision-maker who asked the question.…
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