Inspirational Presentation Masterclass
One day
The secrets of powerful and memorable presentations unlocked
This one-day training works on the whole person, showing you how to think clearly and how to convey your ideas effectively. It is different from other courses: it draws on both the special techniques that professional actors use to keep their audiences enthralled, and powerful tools that will make you stand out in the business world.
Ken and his team not only understand how to inspire audiences – they can help you make your speeches and presentations persuasive, memorable and inspiring. You will learn how to structure a presentation for maximum impact and rapport, and how to strengthen your voice, body language and stage presence. Through video recordings, exercises and individual feedback, you’ll have enough practice to be able to apply your new skills in the workplace immediately.
Delivered by two trainers (including Ken), the training is customised to suit the specific needs of you and your organisation. Whatever stage you’re at, it will help you step up to a higher level to project your new authentic style with confidence and natural authority.
Key focus
- Learn how structure your information quickly and efficiently
- Learn how to deal with nerves
- Improve your use of language, voice and body
- Learn how to deliver a message with confidence, clarity and authority
- Use PowerPoint effectively to support your presentation rather than drown it
- Look your audience in the eye (whether five or 500 people) with confidence
- Project a more animated, charismatic personality
- Create a strong rapport with your audience
- Give a personal, individual style to your presentations
- Bring impact to your language
- Heighten your personal presence
COURSE CONTENT
Part One: Where you are
Setting the aims and objectives
Application to all messages – meetings, video conferences, networking events, etc.
Finding your authentic style
Individually give a mini presentation
Video record and playback with feedback
Goals
Setting goals in what you would like to develop
Part Two: Content and structure
Effective content
What makes it easier for the audience to assimilate your message?
What to include. What to leave out
Involving your audience
Making it memorable
Preparation
Defining your purpose and aligning with the audience’s needs and interests
Planning your presentation
Structure
Overall structure of the presentation
Different structures for different purposes: four models
Sustaining interest
Dramatic tension
Establishing rapport
Storytelling
Stories as proof of values
Formulating company values
The science behind stories
Why they are memorable
Types of story
When to use them, when not to use them
Story structure: three models
Bringing your story to life
How to source and create stories
Part Three: Delivering to connect
Body and voice
Achieving relaxation and positive body language
Building vocal strength and clarity
Focusing your energy
Finding ownership of your message
Part Four: Inspiring your audience
Language
Jargon versus plain English
Using rhetorical devices to make your message memorable
Presence
Creating the right mindset to enhance your presence
Being centred and grounded
Natural authority
Projecting effortless authority and confidence. Building rapport
Connection and objectives
Focusing the message
Finding your authentic style
Identifying your personal style
Adapting to different audiences
Part Five: Putting it all together
Summary of principles
Checklist: purpose, structure, audience, objective, language, story
Structuring and practising your mini presentation
Presenting to the whole group
Video recording and feedback
Action plan
Conclusions
Contact us for further information on developing your presentation skills.