Introduction to Presenting and Public speaking

Introduction to Presenting and Public speaking Why this course? Bladonmore uses cameras on this programme giving you the opportunity to see yourself on screen, so that you can break down inhibitions and incorporate what you are learning. Seeing yourself presenting effectively under the guidance of Bladonmore's executive coaches and presentation experts will give you added confidence.
Planning your presentation Preparation is the key to success. Understanding your audience and your message properly prevents you drying up at the moment of truth, or confusing your message rather than hammering it home. This opening section of the course shows you how to research and rehearse your presentation and make it second nature, allowing you to calmly and confidently influence your audience.
Styles and techniques of presenting Looking at examples of history's great presenters, we evaluate their approaches and styles showing why they were so effective. This section identifies areas of your strength, as well as areas you could improve, helping you to define your own style and distinguish yourself from the crowd. The 'golden rules of presenting' are clarified, as well as the 'soft skills' that accompany your message, such as your appearance, tone, rhythm and projection.
The use of visual aids and handouts Using visual aids and handouts effectively and sparingly can help the audience retain your message. This section demonstrates when, where, why and how presenting aids can help. We focus on aids such as PowerPoint, and help you to use it effectively, ensuring you avoid the dreaded "death by PowerPoint".
How to handle questions and answers A successful presentation is not the only concern. Many fall foul of the question and answer sessions that follow. We help you to prepare for this and develop ready responses to difficult questions, giving you the confidence to stick to your message.
Wrapping up and appendicies The session ends with an open forum, where any aspects of the course can be revisited, and all remaining questions can be answered. We also look at the appendices that accompany course texts and suggest practice techniques to complement the course notes. The material is intended to be a useful reference tool for the future.
Bladonmore is also happy to be contacted with any questions after the course is finished.
Tailored training options All Bladonmore Presentation Training courses are tailored to meet client needs. This training course can be adapted to your specific requirements, incorporating aspects of other training courses on the Bladonmore menu, or further areas specified by you. Common denominators All Bladonmore Presentation Training courses are accompanied by a training pack, which acts as a guide throughout the training course and as a helpful reference tool for the future.
Bladonmore Presentation Training also offers a continuous improvement programme for individuals who feel they need to further brush up their skills. Details on request.
Bladonmore's Presentation Training team is selected from an accomplished group of specialists in their fields. These individuals include journalists, analysts, fund managers, public company and private company executives, lawyers and other City professionals. We endeavour to match the most effective trainer for your needs. Where you have a preference for an individual trainer we will do our best to meet your requirement.
If the specific issue you wish to cover on a Presentation Training course is of a highly confidential nature, we undertake to field a trainer who is not conflicted by any information received. In every case, Bladonmore operates on a strictly confidential basis, bound by non-disclosure agreements. Any information obtained during training is only used in connection with the specific sessions.
Training location & dates Bladonmore's flexible, customer-led approach means that training locations and dates are subject to your discretion. We normally conduct Presentation Training at our clients' offices. Our central London premises are also available.
THIS COURSE IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS A HALF DAY OPTION