Program Objectives:

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

* Practice the basic techniques and skills necessary to design dynamic presentations.
* Structure and build effective presentations.
* Develop greater confidence in speaking publicly.
* Acquire the qualities of a dynamic presenter and ways for sustaining them.
* Deliver a winning presentation and interact with the audience.

This Program is designed for:
All employees and managers who need to make effective oral presentations to others. This program is worth 25 NASBA CPEs.

Program Fees:
Per participant - USD 3700
Frequent nomination - USD 3330
(including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily)
One extra free place for every 2 paid nominees on the same program and dates
Discount Plans, Refunds & Cancellations Policy

Meirc reserves the right to alter dates, content, venue and trainer with a reasonable notice time.

Program Outline:

Public Communication

* What is Communication? What is Model S-M/M-R?
* What is Presenting?
* What is Public Speaking?
* What are the Differences Between Presentations and Public Speeches?
* Ethical Issues in Presentations and Public Speeches

Qualities of a Dynamic Presenter

* The Key Characteristics for Dynamic Speakers
* Building Confidence from Start to Finish
* 4-Step Communication Process
* The Importance of Listening When Presenting

The Anatomy of a Presentation

* Selecting an Effective Topic
* Specifying a Purpose
* Building a Central Idea
* Beginning and Ending Presentations with a Bang
* Writing an Easy to Follow Outline

The Preparation Stage

* Researching the Subject
* Analyzing the Audience
* Organizing the Presentation for Impact and Coherence
* Rehearsing Techniques: The Importance of Dry Runs
* Venue Preparation: Murphy’s Law

Public Speaking Anxiety (PSA)

* Nervousness Is Normal
* Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety
* Physical and Psychological Roots
* Dealing with and Controlling Nervousness
* Creating a State of Fearlessness

Delivering the Presentation

* Semiotics and Kinesics
* The Presenter’s Verbal Characteristics
* The Presenter’s Non-Verbal Characteristics
* Types and Use of Visual Aids
* Handling Questions and Answers

Pre-requisites
None

Delivery Type
Group-Live