Presentation Skills Training

A practical in-house training course. Presented by an expert in presentation skills and techniques.

Professionals, executives, and managers must make formal presentations occasionally during their work. This can be a demanding experience for those who have not learned effective presentation techniques.  

Successfully delivering information this way can be a rewarding and powerful means of influencing others and securing business. Fluent and persuasive delivery can be challenging, but this training course can dramatically improve confidence, skill, and success.

Suitable for all. This course focuses on a professional presentation's structure, substance, and style.

Learn how to:

·  deliver clear, concise, and convincing presentations,

·  select material appropriate to the subject matter and the needs of the audience,

·  prepare and structure an expression relevant to the audience, subject matter and to the needs of the audience, 

·  improve your level of confidence and self-projection,

·  understand the special considerations needed for technical or complex presentations,

·  deliver a presentation using visual aids effectively,

·  maintain audience interest by the application of proven presentation and demonstration techniques,

·  develop and practise presenting skills using video feedback to improve voice tone, speech power and body language,

·  use practical methods to control nerves and anxiety.

·  submitting an idea or proposal persuasively,

·  deal with questions and encourage questions if needed,

·  rehearsal and preparation techniques.

Our course is designed to offer a convenient and practical learning experience, with a strong focus on developing valuable skills. We understand that some of our participants may feel nervous or uncertain, so we prioritize creating a welcoming and relaxed environment for everyone. Throughout the course, delegates will have ample opportunities to hone their presentation skills through practice and rehearsal sessions. These activities will help them build confidence and deliver impactful presentations.

Introduction

·  Course overview, objectives, and introductions

·  What is an excellent professional presentation?

·  Getting started: opening your presentation.

·  Substance and style – two essentials for a business presentation

·  The eight-step presentation planner – introduction and overview

Personal communication dynamics

·  Understanding how you communicate

·  How to control your:

·  Words: creating the right tone and level

·  Voice projection and emphasis

·  Body language impact: understanding the three main unconscious elements you must communicate.

·  Making your presentation memorable and effective

·  The practical and appropriate use of humour

Step1: Develop your objectives and get started.

·  The five questions that you must answer before preparing your presentation.

·  Defining your goals and outcomes

·  PowerPoint tools and functions to save time and create impact.

Step2: Analysing your audience.

·  Doing your homework: audience, event, venue

·  Methods and means for researching your audience.

·  Personalising your presentation for the room or group

Step 3 and 4: Structuring the main body and stating main ideas.

·  Ways to structure your presentation for maximum impact.

·  Balancing and managing content and topics

·  Organising your information – options and techniques

·  Your “one main point” and creating a 30-second summary.

Step 5:  Supporting information.

·  Making your case convincing - ways to support your claims.

·  Selecting and using relevant and interesting examples

·  Quotes, case studies, and printed material

·  Presenting statistics, tables, and graphs

·  Ways of maintaining a visual interest

Step 6: Creating an effective opening. 

·  Claiming the stage and creating an excellent first impression

·  The three most potent forms of opening a presentation. 

·  Staying calm and controlling nerves

·  Things not to do in the first five minutes.

Step 7: Creating an effective close.

·  Signalling and signposting: the importance of and how to do it effectively.

·  Five ways to close a presentation successfully.

·  Preparing and practising your close

·  Things not to do in the last five minutes.

Facilitation and Q&A skills 

·  Managing questions during your presentation

·  Encouraging participation and interaction

·  Answering questions clearly and concisely

·  Managing time and staying on track

·  Dealing with difficult questions and personalities

Question and answer session

·  Open discussion of specialist points relating to particular types of presentations and talks

Action plan

·  Course summary and personal action plans