Public Speaking Training
Public speaking gets people to think on their feet and present themselves in an organised and polished fashion. Through in-class exercises, planning, and practice, speakers’ messages become more clear and brief to their audience.
Introduction to Public Speaking
an eight-hour learning session for up to 10 delegates
This programme helps communicators to prepare for and deliver an effective speech. Here, you learn to motivate people by speaking to them in terms of the benefits they will receive by taking action. Each instructional segment is followed by participant speeches that put the newly-learned skills into action. We cover public speaking fear and how to move forward despite it, as well as increasing enthusiasm. This builds speaker confidence. By organising information clearly for the audience, participants grow in their conviction and are perceived more as experts.
Delegates will be able to:
- Work through fear of public speaking;
- Build confidence and enthusiasm by creating meaningful, memorable speeches;
- Develop greater abilities for thinking and speaking with less preparation;
- Minimise self-defeating speech and behavior; and
- Present ideas to, and inspire the audience.
Advanced Presentation Skills
an eight-hour learning session for up to 6 delegates
In Advanced Presentation Skills, participants bring their own presetations for critique of material and skills. Through exercises and practice, as well as coaching, skills and abilities expand. we focus on: body language, spoken language, content, and delivery.
Participants review and edit content and visuals (frequently PowerPoint slides) used in the presentation. Delegates are coached to clearly state the purpose, reduce the volume of visual text, and choose the best graphics and images to support the slide and overall message.
Delegates will be able to:
- Deliver enthusiastic and engaging that inspire the audience to take action;
- Convince the audience, using logic and sincere emotion;
- Increase professional image by using an organised, formal, and dignified approach; and
- Focus on positive ways to motivate the audience, attracting them to take the speaker’s presented solution.
Executive Presentation Skills
an eight-hour learning session for up to 6 delegates
Executive Presentation Skills provides executives with the tools to present effectively to a professional, C-Level audience. We cover creating, structuring, delivering, and revising presentations that incorporate storytelling and powerful visuals.
We video record and coach participants so that they can achieve maximum results and eliminate self-defeating speech and behavior.
Delegates will be able to:
- Organise and present clear and concise information;
- Persuade the audience with data and strong arguments to move them to action;
- Use compelling media and visuals to convince the audience; and
- Prepare for questions and respond with effective, well-considered answers.
Sales Presentation Skills
an eight-hour learning session for up to 6 delegates
Sales Presentation Skills uses the Improving Communications “Ask, Listen, Solve” approach from our Selling Skills course to move customers to the best answer for them. The goal is to get customers to look at their existing, or “as is” situation and see that they have a need for something better, the “should be” solution.
By uncovering need and presenting the fix, participants are able to sell effectively to clients and get them to see the value in what is being presented.
Connecting prospects’ needs to our answer is exactly what the Sales Presentation Skills class covers.
Delegates will be able to:
- Conduct effective pre-approach research and understand the customer, demonstrating expertise;
- Meet with customers efficiently and find out important details and develop the best solution(s);
- Engage and motivate prospects with compelling presentations;
- Work on emotionally intelligent enthusiasm and sincerity to gain client commitment;
- Use positive case studies and story-telling to allow prospects to see the potential success that awaits them.
Engaging in public speaking training or taking part in a public speaking learning program can help individuals become more confident and clear when expressing themselves. These courses, like a public speaking course or presentation skills training, provide a structured platform for improving communication skills.
In these courses, participants take part in different exercises and activities that help them become better at public speaking. Experienced instructors provide guidance and feedback to help individuals improve their speaking techniques. This helps them make their messages clear, concise, and impactful.
Furthermore, public speaking courses give individuals the tools and strategies to plan and organize their presentations effectively. By practicing and refining their skills, speakers become better at thinking on their feet, adapting to different audiences, and presenting themselves professionally. The benefits of this training go beyond the classroom, as individuals become better at engaging, influencing, and captivating audiences in various professional and personal situations.