Course overview This training course enhances participants' ability to speak competently and effectively in public and to groups: To make persuasive and convincing speeches and presentations, and to impart information in a clear and understandable manner. It builds self-confidence allowing participants to create impact.
Course Objectives
Having completed this training course, participants will be able to:
- Overcome any barriers such as fear and nervousness
- Communicate with maximum impact
- Use nerves to enhance their coummunication
- Use their voice to greater effect
- Recognise and transform barriers to effective public speaking
- Handle an audience with confidence
Duration: 1 day
Course Contents:
Preparation
- Overcoming fear
- Building confidence
- Getting organised
- No notes, or written scripts?
Voice
- Relaxation techniques and voice exercises
- Voice qualities and using them for maximum impact
- Choosing the right words
- Deciding whether to use a microphone
Appearance & body language
- Using body language
- Spotting body language signals
Impact
- Getting & keeping attention
- The 4 C's - clarity, control, consistency & confidence
- Using props and visual aids
- Sign posting, humour and key milestones
- Word & body emphasis
- Dealing with problems and barriers
- Handling questions
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