Presentation Skills

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Course Description

Public speaking is often cited as the greatest fear for many, yet it remains a vital skill that can significantly impact career success. Mastering this skill can set you apart and enhance your professional growth. This workshop will provide you with tools to build confidence and refine your presentation abilities.

The Presentation Skills workshop will help transform public speaking into a more enjoyable and rewarding experience. You will learn how to craft compelling presentations, effectively use visual aids, and engage your audience with confidence and clarity.

9+

Hours

57

Lectures

$60

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Perform a needs analysis and prepare an outline
  • Select presentation delivery methods
  • Practice verbal and non-verbal communication skills
  • Overcome nervousness
  • Develop and use flip charts with color
  • Create targeted PowerPoint presentations
  • Utilize white boarding for reinforcement
  • Describe how video and audio enhance a presentation and list criteria for determining what types to use
  • Enrich the learning experience with humor, questions, and discussion

Course Outline

Module One: Creating the Program

  • Performing a Needs Analysis
  • Writing the Basic Outline
  • Researching, Writing, and Editing

Module Two: Choosing Your Delivery Methods

  • Basic Methods
  • Advanced Methods
  • Basic Criteria to Consider

Module Three: Verbal Communication Skills

  • Listening and Hearing: They Aren't the Same Thing
  • Asking Questions
  • Communicating with Power

Module Four: Non-Verbal Communication Skills

  • Body Language
  • Gestures
  • The Signals You Send to Others
  • It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It

Module Five: Overcoming Nervousness

  • Preparing Mentally
  • Physical Relaxation Techniques
  • Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd

Module Six: Creating Fantastic Flip Charts

  • Required Tools
  • The Advantages of Pre-Writing
  • Using Colors Appropriately
  • Creating a Plan B

Module Seven: Creating Compelling PowerPoint Presentations

  • Required Tools
  • Tips and Tricks
  • Creating a Plan B

Module Eight: Wow 'Em with the Whiteboard

  • Traditional and Electronic Whiteboards
  • Required Tools
  • Using Colors Appropriately
  • Creating a Plan B

Module Nine: Vibrant Videos and Amazing Audio

  • Required Tools
  • Tips and Tricks
  • Creating a Plan B

Module Ten: Pumping it Up a Notch

  • Make Them Laugh a Little
  • Encouraging Discussion
  • Dealing with Questions

Assessment