This advanced one day workshop is designed specifically for experienced speakers who want to improve their presentation skills, whether at meetings, seminars, training courses, client’s presentations or larger audience functions. The focus is on dealing with tough audiences, impromptu speaking and keeping your message clear and concise when under pressure.

Through video play-back you will identify and develop key areas for improving your presentation. This workshop also explores ways to develop a positive relationship with your audience. You will develop techniques and skills for ensuring that your views are presented clearly and accurately.

OBJECTIVES On completion of this course you will be able to:

• Improve your ability to relay thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely
• Learn how to deal with questions from a knowledgeable audience
• Master eight sure-fire ways to start
• Develop techniques for dealing with difficult people and difficult questions
• Acquire the techniques of impromptu speaking – thinking on your feet
• Recognise personal strengths and the importance of non-verbal communication
• Present yourself in any situation with authenticity and confidence

CONTENT

Planning and Preparation

Influencing People

Keeping your focus

Receiving negative feedback

Staying in the moment

Overcoming intimidation

Active listening

Getting your opinion heard

Achieving commitment

Delivering a Presentation

Use of voice – feeling the voice

Getting your message across

Clear intention and outcome

Effective use of body language

Working with powerful language

Clear thinking under pressure

Reading your audience

Responding to audience questions

Thinking on your feet

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