Presentation Skills

What's it all about?

Standing up in front of an audience is, for many people, a highly uncomfortable experience. It needn’t be like this.

These two days will introduce presenters (novice and experienced alike) to a range of easy to apply ideas that will transform their presentation ability.

Through the use of video feedback presenters can see themselves as their audience see them and are thus able to critique and enhance their own performance.

The ability to deliver an oral presentation that is concise, clear and convincing is a critical one for most professionals. These two days will help every presenter in making a positive impact in front of their audience.

Who is it for?

• Anyone who gives, or is about to give an oral presentation to colleagues, team members, clients or any group of people.
• It is ideal for both first time presenters as well as more experienced ones who wish to brush up on their technique.

Timings

2 days
As presenting is a practical skill, the programme uses a significant element of practice. On day one participants will make a short presentation on a non-work subject and on day two a similar presentation on a work oriented topic. Participants will be given some preparation time during the course but some pre-work is advised.

Costs

Based on a group of up to 10 people the cost would be £2400.00 plus VAT. This includes all materials, but excludes expenses and accommodation costs.

Content

• Self analysis; what strengths do I have / what areas do I want to improve?
• Exemplary presenters – what can we learn from them?
• The importance of structure within your presentation
• Use of the ‘Sound Bite’ for impact
• Getting and keeping the audiences attention
• Effective use of notes
• Body language for presenters – we don’t just communicate via the spoken word
• Nerves – Why we get them; Seven techniques for reducing nerves
• Making the most of your voice – 6 ways the maximise the power of your vocal delivery
• Visual aids not visual hindrances
• Question Time and how to handle the ‘difficult’ audience member
• 2 practice sessions which are videoed for your own review
• There is an optional detailed review of participants videos which can be scheduled after the formal part of the programme

What you'll get out of it

• A better understanding of the elements that go to make a successful presentation.
• Techniques that can help you prepare your presentation as well as deliver it.
• Clear ideas on how the structuring of the presentation can add to its impact and its ease of delivery.
• Greater confidence with respect to your delivery and presentation style.
• Feedback from your audience to help you become an even better presenter.