Presentation Skills
Many studies have found that public speaking is the number one fear among most people; outranking flying, snakes, insects, and even death. Ironically, it is also one of the skills that can make or break a person’s career. Your participants will be provided with a strong set of skills that will complement their current presentation skill set.
The Presentation Skills course will give participants some presentation skills that will make speaking in public less terrifying and more enjoyable. This course includes topics that participants can look forward to, including how to create a compelling presentation using various types of visual aids that will engage their audience.
Module One: Getting Started
• Workshop Objectives
Module Two: Creating the Program
• Performing a Needs Analysis
• Writing the Basic Outline
• Researching, Writing, and Editing
Module Three: Choosing Your Delivery Methods
• Basic Methods
• Advanced Methods
• Basic Criteria to Consider
Module Four: Verbal Communication Skills
• Listening and Hearing: They Aren't the Same Thing
• Asking Questions
• Communicating with Power
Module Five: 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 Six: Overcoming Nervousness
• Preparing Mentally
• Physical Relaxation Techniques
• Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd
Module Seven: Creating Fantastic Flip Charts
• Required Tools
• The Advantages of Pre-Writing
• Using Colours Appropriately
• Creating a Plan B
Module Eight: Creating Compelling PowerPoint Presentations
• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B
Module Nine: Wow 'Em with the Whiteboard
• Traditional and Electronic Whiteboards
• Required Tools
• Using Colours Appropriately
• Creating a Plan B
Module Ten: Vibrant Videos and Amazing Audio
• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B
Module Eleven: Pumping it Up a Notch
• Make Them Laugh a Little
• Encouraging Discussion
• Dealing with Questions
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
• Words from the Wise
• Lessons Learned