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 workshop will give participants some
presentation skills that will make speaking in public less terrifying and
more enjoyable. This workshop 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.
Presentation Skills
Outline:
Module One: Getting Started
- Icebreaker
- Housekeeping Items
- The Parking Lot
- 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
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Module Seven: Creating Fantastic Flip Charts
- Required Tools
- The Advantages of Pre-Writing
- Using Colors 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 Colors 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
- Review of Parking Lot
- Lessons Learned
- Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations
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