Presentation & Public Speaking Skills
Effective public speaking and presentation skills are essential for influencing others, communicating ideas clearly, and establishing credibility in any professional setting. According to research by Forbes, 70% of employed Americans agree that presentation skills are critical to their success at work. However, 75% of people suffer from anxiety when speaking in public (Source: The National Institute of Mental Health). This course provides participants with the techniques and confidence needed to deliver compelling presentations and navigate public speaking challenges with ease.
Effective public speaking and presentation skills are essential for influencing others, communicating ideas clearly, and establishing credibility in any professional setting. As Warren Buffett famously said, “The one easy way to become worth 50 percent more than you are now is to hone your communication skills—both written and verbal”. While individual results will vary, honing these skills can make a powerful difference in your professional success.
This course provides participants with the techniques and confidence needed to deliver compelling presentations and navigate public speaking challenges with greater ease.
Class Topics:
The Foundations of Powerful Presentations
Learn the key elements of successful presentations, including structure, clarity, and engagement techniques.Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
Discover strategies for managing fear and anxiety, allowing you to present with confidence.Engaging Your Audience
Explore techniques for capturing and maintaining your audience’s attention, from storytelling to body language.Delivering with Executive Presence
Master the skills necessary to present yourself as a confident and authoritative speaker in front of any audience.
Assignments/Projects (Even Class Weeks):
Week 2: Record yourself delivering a short presentation and evaluate your delivery using techniques discussed in class.
Week 4: Identify a presentation or public speaking event where anxiety impacted your performance, and outline strategies for improvement.
Week 6: Practice delivering a speech in front of a small audience, focusing on engagement techniques like eye contact and body language.
Week 8: Participate in a live role-play presentation, applying all the skills learned throughout the course.
Common Work Problems Addressed:
Fear of Public Speaking: Anxiety around public speaking can hinder career advancement and impact professional credibility.
Ineffective Communication: Poor presentation skills often lead to unclear messages and reduced influence.
Low Engagement in Presentations: Many presentations fail to engage audiences, leading to missed opportunities for connection and impact.
Skills You’ll Learn:
Techniques for structuring and delivering effective presentations.
Strategies for managing public speaking anxiety and building confidence.
Methods for engaging and influencing your audience through storytelling and body language.
Benefits:
Increased Confidence: Overcome public speaking fears and gain the confidence to present effectively in any setting.
Improved Communication: Deliver clear, compelling presentations that resonate with your audience.
Stronger Professional Presence: Build executive presence, positioning yourself as a leader and credible communicator.