Presentation skills excellence Power Presentation for Novice Speakers Program Highlights In this workshop you will learn how to: Overcome the dry mouth, nerves and adrenaline rush What to do in the first few minutes of your presentation Establish rapport and capture & hold their attention Recover from mistakes, interruptions and memory lapses Incorporate props, visuals and multimedia to aid - not detract. Look and sound both confident and believable – even when you don’t feel that way Handle questions with confidence Use your obstacles to your benefit How to deliver presentations that inform and persuade How to stay on time You may avoid presenting because you believe that you are not a talented public speaker. Public speaking is a skill that can be learned. In this program you will learn the fundamentals, principles and techniques to become an effective public speaker. If you are ready to build on your personal strengths and address the areas of improvement you can magnify the impact of your speaking. All seminar participants will have the chance to speak & receive constructive feedback. Outline Here are some of the main points to be covered. Fundamentals of effective Speaking: Building your confidence Presenting with power versus speech making Using the five quintessential elements for success The Speech is the thing: Choosing the right language Tuning in your audience by selecting WIIFM -“What’s in it for me?” Engaging your audience with anecdotes, questions and quotations Using notes and cues effectively Pitfalls and clichés to avoid Using pacing Closing with passion and lasting impact Equipment that supports your message: overheads, slides and multimedia Working with lecterns, podiums and stages Microphones and sound equipment Getting the most out of flip charts What to do when equipment fails Your Body Language speak volumes: Making eye contact to converse with your audience Build trust and rapport by the way you look and move Proper breathing, modulation and voice projection Choosing the appropriate attire Your hands, arms and legs working for you Taking charge of your Environment: Choosing and laying out the room and furniture Achieving the best lighting, sound and background Proper Preparation prevents poor performance: Questions to ask yourself before and after Setting and following a timetable for success Analyzing your audience and adapting to their needs Preparing to communicate rather than lecture Practice, practice, practice An associate of George Torok may deliver this program.