Strategies for Developing Effective Presentation Skills Workshop

Transform your employees from inexperienced speaker to skilled presenter!

In this workshop, participants will develop presentation skills and learn how to present their ideas with conviction, control and poise—and without fear. They'll gain the specific presentation skills and direction needed to become comfortable with their own style. Participants will also receive expert advice on how to handle especially challenging situations. Most important, they'll gain presentation skills by making actual presentations.

**This course is recommended for everyone who needs to develop their presentation skills, speak in front of groups or sell ideas to others and has little or no presentation experience.**

 

• Tailor presentations to the audience
   
• Use relaxation techniques to overcome nervousness
   
• Learn how to use voice projection and pauses to dramatize points
   
• Expertly handle difficult questions and situations
   
• Communicate with clarity and conviction
   
• Gain confidence in presentation skills

   

What They Will Cover

Balancing Verbal and Nonverbal Messages

• Practice nonverbal impact skills to reduce nervousness and to engage the attention of listeners
• Make content clearer and more memorable

Developing and Organizing Presentation Content

• Create an audience profile and set presentation parameters
• Condense a speech outline into notes they can speak from

Preparing to Give the Presentation

• Learn the benefits of rehearsing, adhering to a time frame and speaking from notes
• Reduce stress and speaker’s anxiety

Using Visual Aids and Support Materials

• Describe the purpose of visual aids and support materials
• Identify tips for effective composition of visual content and speaker aids

Handling Questions from the Audience

• Explain the importance of the question-and-answer session
• Respond professionally to questions from the audience

Managing the Presentation Environment

• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different room setups
• Be able to anticipate, avoid and handle equipment problems