Professional Development Series 4 – Speaking With Impact

Introduction:

Public speaking and presentation skills are not just for politicians, CEOs, and emcees, but also for sales persons, managers, executives, supervisors and students who need to get their message across effectively.

One of the biggest objectives of a presentation is to get the message understood by the audience in prospect of having them to either buy your product, idea, or persuade and influence them to act in a certain manner.

Presentations are invaluable in terms of personal development. Among others, the presenter builds self-confidence and clarity of thought, learns how to engage an audience, improve diction and memory in addition to learning how to discuss in a constructive and healthy manner. Fortunately, the skills to a good presentation are no secret and they can be acquired and honed over time.

This program offers a real value added opportunity for participants to acquire practical and effective tips, tools, and techniques in order to carry out presentations that are meaningful, important, noteworthy and empowering.

How Will You Benefit

At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Identify the dos and don’ts of a presentation.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate a presentation.
• Think and communicate objectively.
• Identify their strengths and weaknesses.
• Respond appropriately to audience needs and concerns.
• Discover their personal presentation style.
• Have better perspectives on public speaking and presentation skills.
• Select appropriate presentation approaches, techniques and aids.
• Enhance confidence and skills in a presentation.

Who Should Attend

Working professionals

Methodology

• Lectures
• Simulations
• Demonstrations
• Group discussions
• Case studies
• Video clip presentations
• Group activities

Module