Presenting with confidence

This programme provides a comprehensive and challenging introduction on how to prepare and deliver presentations with skill and confidence. Pre-work – prepare a 5 min presentation on a subject of own choice.

Level

Programme is appropriate for learners at entry, intermediate and advanced levels.

Objectives

To understand presentations in a business context
To appreciate the presentation from the audience’s perspective
To plan and structure the presentation appropriately
To develop delivery and communication skills for personal impact
To project confidence and hold the audience’s attention
To deliver your message with maximum impact
To develop confidence through demonstrations & 2 practice sessions

Process

Practice One – Learners deliver pre-work 5 min presentation – receives feedback from facilitator and learners on strengths and development areas – in a supportive, yet challenging environment

Business Presentations – Define what we mean by a presentation in a business context. Qualities of a presenter. Characteristics of a high impact presentation.

Presentation Life-Cycle – Facilitated discussion to clarify the key steps throughout the presentation life-cycle including need, preparation, delivery and wrap-up.

Structure & Content – Statement of purpose. Knowing your audience. Structuring the content. Finding the right level. Making the best use of time available.

Slides & Handouts – Guidelines on how to develop high impact slides and handouts – purpose, format and timing.

Delivery Techniques – How to maximise personal impact – 3Vs communication model. Verbal – word choice, jargon, etc. Vocal – pace, tone, volume, inflection, etc. Visual – posture, eye contact, hands, facial expressions, movement, positioning, energy. Use of personal notes.

Technology – Review technology available and how to use these effectively – data projectors, white boards, flipcharts, audiovisual, microphones.

Physical Environment – Options for setting up the physical environment. Pre-delivery preparation tips. Preparing for use of technology.

Practice Two – Learners deliver 5 min presentation – receives feedback from facilitator and learners on strengths and development areas.

Options

Programme can be adapted as a 1 or 2 day workshop for approx. 8 to 10 learners, with 1 or 2 facilitators. Ideal group to include 8 – 10 learners.

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