Have the Confidence to Deliver Effective Presentations!

 

The aim of the course is to give delegates a structured framework and the right skill set that will give them the confidence and security to deliver effective presentations that convince and compel their audience. A highly practical course with opportunities to practice new skills in a safe and friendly environment.

 

Audience:

Managers, Team Leaders, Marketers, Networkers, Business Developers, Facilitators.

 

Outcomes:

• Prepare presentations
• Select and use the right visual aids
• Manage nerves and anxiety
• Use your voice: projection, intonation, emphasis and pacing
• Non-verbal communication and impression management
• Structure and signpost a presentation
• Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm
• Methods for highlighting and emphasising key messages
• Practical techniques to interpret and engage your audience

 

 

Focus Areas:

• Present with confidence and build credibility
• Recognise the need for adrenalin and use of techniques to harness nervousness
• Formulate a “SMART” communication objective
• Identify the audience or client needs and desired response
• Prepare and plan for presentations (incl. material, visual aids, etc.)
• Formulate and structure the content of an informative presentation
• Practice appropriate use of body language and vocal quality
• Strategise “content flow” of a  presentation
• Gain the audience’s acceptance, approval and build rapport
• Manage and deal with audience questions (and possible hostility)
• Summarise and conclude