Target Population: All employees whose
jobs require giving presentations, or speeches, or conducting meetings
Group Size: Up
to 10 participants
Length of Program: Two
Days
Course
Format: Highly
experiential ... "How-to" techniques
... Practice presentations (each participant
will have numerous speaking opportunities)
... Group and instructor feedback ...
Videotape analysis
The Need
Poor presentations, whether due to nervousness
or lack of "polish," can hurt a speaker's credibility
and persuasiveness. Presenting a message clearly and thoroughly
is important, but delivery and style determine how well the message
is received.
Objectives
• To master spontaneous
speaking: Presenting without "crutches" such as
excessive notes, memorizing, or rehearsing
• To channel initial fear and butterflies into energy, enthusiasm,
and more dynamic speaking
• To organize and deliver messages to meet the listeners' needs
• To emphasize vocal dynamics, nonverbal communication, and
natural movements
• To increase message impact through the construction and use
of
audience-centered visual aids
Program Content
• Planning and organizing
presentations geared to meet listener needs
• Converting notes and memory crutches into triggers
• Techniques for delivering dynamic presentations
• The first 10 seconds: How to get immediate audience attention
• Handling impromptu speaking situations
• Effective use of voice dynamics, body language, and eye contact
• Dealing with audience distractions, interruptions, and unpredictable
problems
• Getting action and commitment from the audience
• Using visual aids: computer graphics, flip charts, etc.
• Practice in giving informational and persuasive talks
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