Presentation Skills Basics (Half Day)

MODULE 1: Introduction and Course Overview

MODULE 2: Overview of Communication
Learning outcomes: Examine the three parts of communication and address the positive aspects that can help create the impact you want.
Topics covered:

• The Three Parts of Communication
• Your Competition

MODULE 3: Presentation: First Impressions
Learning outcomes: Understand how to control those critical first assumptions and judgements that others can make.
Topics covered:

• First impressions last

MODULE 4: Controlling Your Nerves
Learning outcomes: Transferring fear into enjoyment is the crucial ability that can affect every speaker and this module builds an excellent approach through analysing key components.
Topics covered:

• Overcoming Your Fears
• Thinking Positive
• Being Realistic
• Taking Control
• Sticky Situations
• Paying Attention to Your Appearance
• Tips to Combat Nerves
• Nervousness Presentation

MODULE 5: Our Body Language
Learning outcomes: Understand the importance of non-verbal communication and learn how to use positive aspects to maximise impact.
Topics covered:

• First Impressions
• Non Verbal Factors of Communication
• Avoiding the Traps

MODULE 6: The Importance of Voice
Learning outcomes: Understand the factors that can affect the voice and how to ensure optimum conditions are better managed.
Topics covered:

• Factors Affecting the Voice
• Achieving Optimum Conditions for Speech
• Using Your Voice

MODULE 7: Your Personal Action Plan