Course Description
Master critical verbal and non-verbal skills in a hands-on learning environment, and focus on essential techniques for success, such as effective Q & A, appropriate humor and effective use of visual aids. In this one-day instructor-led Presentation Skills training course, you will learn how to build credibility and confidence as a speaker, how to organize your thoughts and data, how to construct powerful visual aids, and how to develop a dynamic presentation style. This workshop includes hands-on exercises and practical activities that will position you to command attention, engage your audience, and leave a lasting impression.
ObjectivesLesson objectives help you become comfortable with the course, and also provide a means to evaluate learning. Upon successful completion of the Presentation Skills Training course, you will be able to: • Balance verbal and nonverbal messages so content is clear and memorable and you engage listeners • Develop and organize presentation content around a clear central idea to achieve audience engagement • Turn a speech outline into speaking notes • Prepare to give the presentation by rehearsing, adhering to a time frame, and speaking from notes • Deliver Your Presentation with Energy and Composure • Reduce stress and speaker's anxiety • Use visual aids and support materials • Handle questions from the audience
Agenda
Agenda
1 - Getting Started
Icebreaker
Housekeeping Items
The Parking Lot
Workshop Objectives
2 - Creating the Program
Performing a Needs Analysis
Writing the Basic Outline
Researching, Writing, and Editing
3 - Choosing Your Delivery Methods
Basic Methods
Advanced Methods
Basic Criteria to Consider
4 - Verbal Communication Skills
Listening and Hearing: They Aren’t the Same Thing
Asking Questions
Communicating with Power
5 - Non-Verbal Communication Skills
Body Language
It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It
6 - Overcoming Nervousness
Preparing Mentally
Physical Relaxation Techniques
7 - Creating Fantastic Flip Charts
Required Tools
The Advantages of Pre-Writing
Using Colors Appropriately
Creating a Plan B
8 - Creating Compelling PowerPoint Presentations
Required Tools
Tips and Tricks
Creating a Plan B
9 - Wow ‘Em with the Whiteboard
Traditional and Electronic Whiteboards
Required Tools
Using Colors Appropriately
Creating a Plan B
10 - Vibrant Videos and Amazing Audio
Required Tools
Tips and Tricks
Creating a Plan B
11 - Pumping it Up a Notch
Make Them Laugh a Little
Encouraging Discussion
Dealing with Questions
12 - Wrapping Up
Words from the Wise
Review of Parking Lot
Lessons Learned
Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations