Presentation Skills

This course is designed to take the “terror” out of public speaking by replacing anxiety with a structured, professional methodology for engaging any audience.

Speaking in public is often cited as a top fear, but it doesn’t have to be. This course provides the essential skills to transform a daunting task into an “enjoyable” experience. Participants will move beyond simple survival, learning how to architect a compelling program from scratch, integrate dynamic visual aids, and master the art of audience engagement. Whether you are presenting to a small team or a large conference, this course will provide the confidence and technical “know-how” to make your message stick.

Introduction:

• Course Objectives

Module One:

• Creating the Program
• Performing a Needs Analysis
• Writing the Basic Outline
• Structuring the Information
• Researching, Writing, and Editing
• Knowledge Check

Module Two:

• Choosing Your Delivery Methods
• Basic Methods
• Advanced Methods
• Basic Criteria to Consider
• Knowledge Check

Module Three:

• Verbal Communication Skills
• Listening and Hearing: They Aren’t the Same Thing
• Asking Questions
• Communicating with Power
• Knowledge Check

Module Four:

• Non-Verbal Communication Skills
• Body Language
• It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It
• Knowledge Check

Module Five:

• Overcoming Nervousness
• Preparing Mentally
• Physical Relaxation Techniques
• Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd
• Knowledge Check

Module Six:

• Creating Fantastic Flip Charts
• Required Tools
• The Advantages of Pre-Writing
• Using Colors Appropriately
• Creating a Plan B
• Knowledge Check

ModuleSeven:

• Creating Compelling PowerPoint Presentations
• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B
• Knowledge Check

Module Eight:

• Wow ‘Em with the Whiteboard
• Traditional and Electronic Whiteboards
• Using Colors Appropriately
• Creating a Plan B
• Knowledge Check

Module Nine:

• Vibrant Videos and Amazing Audio
• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B
• Knowledge Check

Module Ten:

• Pumping it Up a Notch
• Make Them Laugh a Little
• Ask Them a Question
• Encouraging Discussion
• Dealing with Questions
• Knowledge Check

Assessment:

• Post-Test