Presentation Skills, Advanced

The goal of this session is to increase communication and presentation skills for enhanced productivity.

Overview

This is a class with a small group (under 10 students), allowing more individual coaching and video feedback.

 

Course will include:

  • Review with practice on beginning skills
  • Table-top delivery
  • Guidelines for presenting with confidence
  • Q&A (for meetings with bonding as the main aim)
  • Effective use of body language and visual aids
  • Mastering persuasive speaking and more.

 

Audience

This course is a follow up to Presentation Skills, Intro.

Length

2 days

Outline

Presentation Skills

  • Presentation types
  • The Voice and Vocal Image
  • The Body
  • Active Listening
  • Body Language & Non Verbal Communication
  • Projecting credibility, trust, and rapport
  • Preparation
  • Establishing key messages
  • Structuring the presentation to deliver your key message
  • Starting the presentation with impact and interest
  • Compiling information and presenting evidence in a clear and comprehensive manner
  • Influencing the audience with powerful endings
  • Maintaining audience attention
  • Designing and using visual aids such as PowerPoint, projectors, and flip chart
  • Handling questions and eliciting information
  • Hiding visible signs of nerves

Presentation Practice

  • Prepare for In-Class Video Presentation (Twice)
  • In Class – 10-Minute Presentations
  • Video Feedback
  • Personalized action plan to maximize increased presentation skills