Designing and Delivering Presentations

Designing and Delivering Presentations

Methodology:

• Interactive training techniques including brief presentations by the instructor and participants
• Role-playing exercises and improvisation
• Opportunities for participants to watch and review their recorded presentations
• Individual and group feedback

Course Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

• Identify the main reasons for boring and ineffective presentations and overcome them
• Plan, prepare, and deliver successful and effective presentations using an organized and simple approach
• Build presentations using the three important pillars
• Demonstrate proper verbal and non-verbal communication skills in effective presentations
• Identify the main reasons for public speaking anxiety and learn strategies to overcome it
• Study the verbal and non-verbal communication characteristics necessary for delivering outstanding presentations
• Use common visual aids to enhance the attractiveness of presentations

Target Audience:

All employees who want to significantly improve their presentation skills using a practical and effective approach. This course is beneficial for employees who deliver sales presentations, business development presentations, or regular presentations to top management.

Program Content:

• Introduction to presenting and presentations
• Common reasons for ineffective presentations
• Characteristics of effective presentations
• Importance of preparation
• Dealing with common presentation challenges

Preparing the Presentation:

• Gathering initial data
• Sources of data and presentation content
• Selecting relevant information
• Time allocation
• Structuring the presentation
• Balancing style and support

Structure of an Effective Presentation:

• Capturing audience attention in the opening
• Including a summary in the presentation
• Presenting key points effectively
• Applying the rule of three
• Summarizing before concluding

Non-Verbal Communication in Presentations:

• Body language (hands, legs, eyes)
• Effective body postures and movements
• Vocal characteristics and avoiding clichés
• Dress code and appearance guidelines

Public Speaking Anxiety:

• Understanding reasons for nervousness
• Dealing with anxiety through immediate and long-term solutions
• Learning from successful presenters

Visual Illustration Tools:

• Using tools to enhance visual impact
• Distributing materials effectively
• Utilizing whiteboards, illustrations, and images
• Understanding PowerPoint best practices