Presentation Skills

2 days

Objective

The course offers the delegate the opportunity to analyse and practice the skills required to research, prepare and deliver effective presentations, and to acquire the necessary confidence and delivery techniques

Learning Outcomes

Organising and outlining a presentation
Identifying and targeting the audience
Determining and developing an effective presentation style
Identifying and utilising different presentation tools
Controlling and guiding the audience

Who Should Attend?

Anyone whose job role requires them to prepare and deliver presentations

Prerequisites

No prior experience is assumed

Day 1

Planning a Presentation

Defining Objectives and Content
Identifying the Audience
Targeting a Specific Audience
Outlining and Detailing the Presentation Content
Preparing Notes and Prompts

Presentation Techniques

Examining Personal Styles
Using Body Language
Overcoming Barriers
Voice Projection
Variation and Emphasis
Avoiding Jargon
The Benefits of Rehearsing

Day 2

Audience Control

Questioning Techniques and Control
Dealing with Objections
Avoiding Awkward Situations
Building Rapport
Pre-empting and Analysing of Feedback
Creating an Interactive Audience

Use of Presentation Tools

Understanding the Purpose of the Presentation Tools
Props not “Props”
Ensuring Variety and Effect
Quick Thinking and Improvisation