Only use a few note cards for your presentation. You should have no more than ten 3 x 5-inch cards.
Only use one side of the card. This way, you can just flip through them without having to turn them around and losing the order.
Use abbreviations as much as possible. This will save you space on your note cards Only use abbreviations that you will understand.
Write your note cards to reflect the outline of the speech. This will keep everything to a minimum.
If you need to, write out the entire introduction and conclusion. These two parts of the speech are the most important parts to connect with your audience.
Only write one of the main points on one card. Don't forget to include the sub points. By keeping it to one card, it is easy to rearrange the order later on.
If you're going to quote someone or a reference, it is a good idea to write it out. You don't want to get that information wrong.
Number your note cards when you are finished with making the set.