Presentation Survival School


A great presenter has two unique qualities, appropriate skills and personal confidence. This confidence comes from knowing what you want to say, and being comfortable with your communication skills. This kinder, gentler workshop helps participants minimize the “jitters” of public speaking and offers proven skills of communication and effective presentations.

Things participants will learn:

  • To identify ways to gain rapport with your audience
  • Techniques to reduce nervousness and fear
  • To develop techniques to create a professional presence
  • How to organize your presentation
  • Tips that great speakers use
  • To recognize how visual aids can create impact and attention

Workshop Outline:
(May be presented in one or two-day format; subsequently specific topics may change)

  • First Impressions Are Lasting
  • Planning for Your Presentation
  • Overcoming Nervousness
  • The STARR Pattern
    • Situation, Task, Action, Results and Recommendations
  • Preparing Your Presentation
  • Limit Your Information
  • Know Your Audience
  • Your Speaking Voice and Body Language
  • Your Presentation Checklist
  • Add Punch to your Presentation
  • Student Presentations (video taped when possible)
  • Presenter Evaluations

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