Public Speaking And Presenting At Work

Tags: Presentation Skills , Public Speaking

Master professional presentation skills, develop confidence, command the room, facilitate meetings & design your speech.

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.3

- Overcome nervousness and anxiety about speaking
- Project competence and confidence and command the room
- Use notes
- cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.

What you'll learn

Overcome nervousness and anxiety about speaking

Project competence and confidence and command the room

Use notes

cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.

Develop professional presentation skills

Enhance your presentation with body language and non-verbal communication

Use voice tonality and projection for emphasis

Present data and complex information clearly

Develop rapport and connect to your audience

Break the ice and engage your audience using powerful workshop activities

Use visual aids properly

including PowerPoint

flip charts

videos

and worksheets

Structure an organized presentation based on your desired outcomes

Target your talk to your audience

Write the content for your presentation or curriculum using proven templates and blueprints

Run meetings and group discussions like a pro

Master the art of fielding questions from the audience

How to handle difficult participants

keep them focused

and stay in control

* Requirements

* Ability to print worksheet material

Description

Overcome nervousness and anxiety about speaking
Project competence and confidence and command the room
Use notes, cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.
Develop professional presentation skills
Enhance your presentation with body language and non-verbal communication
Use voice tonality and projection for emphasis
Present data and complex information clearly
Develop rapport and connect to your audience
Break the ice and engage your audience using powerful workshop activities
Use visual aids properly, including PowerPoint, flip charts, videos, and worksheets
Structure an organized presentation based on your desired outcomes
Target your talk to your audience
Write the content for your presentation or curriculum using proven templates and blueprints
Run meetings and group discussions like a pro
Master the art of fielding questions from the audience
How to handle difficult participants, keep them focused, and stay in control

Course content

7 sections • 38 lectures

Introduction 3 lectures

Welcome and Introduction Preview 02:56

Welcome, in this lecture we will go over what you will learn, the relevance of it, and also introduce ourselves and our background in the speaking field.

Types of Presentations in the Workplace Preview 05:27

Explore common types of presentations you may encounter in the workplace, as well as the different purposes of such presentations.

Questions, Resources and Meet the Instructors Preview 00:41

Developing Confidence 7 lectures

Overcoming Stage Fright Preview 06:48

Learn why it is so common (and completely normal) to fear public speaking and explore strategies for overcoming stage fright.

Practice Practice Practice Preview 04:52

Practice makes improvement! Plus, the more you practice the more confident you will be. In this lecture we will go over the power and importance of practice.

Dealing with Nerves the Day of the Event Part 1 Preview 04:47

In this lecture we will explore strategies and tools for keeping yourself in a confident place and calming anxiety on the day of your event.

Exercise: Dealing with Nerves the Day of the Event Preview 02:55

Dealing with Nerves the Day of the Event Part 2 Preview 04:25

Explore additional tips and tools for handling nerves.

Nerves Before You Begin Preview 06:37

In this lecture you will explore strategies and tools for keeping yourself in a confident place and calming anxiety before you begin.

Exercise: Dealing with Nerves When You Arrive Preview 05:23

Presentation Skills 9 lectures

Commanding the Room Preview 06:45

In this video we will go over tips on how to control the room, raise energy, set expectations, project confidence, and how to work the room.

Exercise: Commanding the Room Preview 03:26

Memory Techniques Preview 05:47

Most peoples greatest fear is forgetting what they are going to say during a presentation. Therefore, in this lecture you will learn how to make sure you don't forget what you're supposed to talk about by using powerful memory techniques.

Exercise: Memory Techniques Preview 03:12

Body Language and Nonverbal Communication Preview 04:26

In this lecture we will go over how to use posture, hand gestures, facial expressions, and movement to communicate, as well as what to do and not do with your hands, eyes, among other things

Exercise: Body Language and Nonverbal Communication Preview 02:03

Vocal Presentation Preview 04:35

Learn how to use your voice to project, enhance your delivery, and convey confidence.

Using Notes & Cues Preview 04:29

Methods for creating visual prompts for yourself including notes, cue cards, keywords, and mind mapping.

Presenting Data Preview 03:06

In this lecture we will go over the presentation of data and how to tell a story through data using proper graphs and charts.

Audience Engagement 6 lectures

Developing Rapport Preview 05:04

In this lecture we will go over strategies for connecting with your audience, developing trust, and establishing a relationship.

Visual Aids and PowerPoint Preview 03:44

In this lecture we will go over strategies for using visual aids, including white boards, flip charts, projectors, slides, etc.

Exercise: Creating Effective PowerPoint or Slide Presentations Preview 04:19

Enhance Your Presentation with Videos Preview 05:05

In this lecture you will learn how to use video to enhance engagement with your audience.

Enhance Your Presentation with Worksheets Preview 02:57

In this lecture you will learn how to use worksheets or other writing exercises to enhance engagement with your audience.

Workshop Activities Preview 02:08

In this lecture we will provide you with a variety of workshop activities and ice breakers to use in your events.

Planning Your Presentation 7 lectures

Preparing for Your Presentation Preview 04:53

In this lecture you will learn how to plan for your presentation by considering the objective, subject, audience, location, time, length, seating, and delivery method.

Exercise: Preparing for Your Presentation Preview 02:09

Designing Your Presentation Preview 05:50

In this lecture you will learn how to turn the information you wish to share into a full, teachable curriculum. This lecture also includes a template that you can use.

Exercise: Curriculum Template Preview 00:01

Exercise: Writing Your Presentation Curriculum Preview 06:06

Exercise: Designing the Content for Your Presentation Preview 03:40

Time Planning and Staying On Track Preview 03:39

One of the most important aspect of presenting is time management. Be prepared by knowing how much time each segment of your presentation should take and use timing tools to stay on track and finish on time.

Running Meetings and Groups 4 lectures

Laser Speak for Group Discussions Preview 04:07

In this lecture how to use the laser speaking strategy for keeping discussions flowing using short, focused speaking (for you and your group participants).