OVERVIEW
“Present Like a Pro: Master the Art of Storytelling, Multimedia and Nonverbal Communication for High-Impact Presentations” is a 2-day program designed to help managers and heads of departments develop and improve their presentation skills. The program is specifically tailored to the needs of managers and heads of departments, providing them with the tools and techniques they need to create and deliver high-impact presentations that will engage and persuade their audience.
Day 1 focuses on the basics of effective presentation skills, including setting clear objectives, understanding your audience, developing a clear and compelling structure, and delivering with impact. The program also covers the power of storytelling in presentations, including the benefits of storytelling, identifying the key elements of a compelling story and techniques for crafting and delivering a compelling story. Additionally, the program includes a module on mastering nonverbal communication, including tonality, voice projection, and body language.
Day 2 expands on these concepts with more advanced techniques and tips for incorporating multimedia elements, handling questions and objections, and overcoming stage fright. The program also covers incorporating storytelling into different types of presentations and provides opportunities for participants to apply what they have learned and receive feedback on their delivery. Specifically, the program includes a module on how to incorporate storytelling into sales presentations, or a module on handling questions and objections in budget or strategy presentations to upper management.
Throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to practice and receive feedback on their presentations, with the goal of improving their overall performance and delivery. The program concludes with a course wrap-up and feedback session, where participants will review key takeaways from the course, receive feedback on their overall performance and discuss next steps for continued learning and practice.
Overall, this program is designed for managers and heads of departments who want to develop and improve their presentation skills in order to create and deliver high-impact presentations that will engage and persuade their audience.
By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of clear objectives and audience analysis in creating effective presentations
- Learn how to use storytelling techniques to increase engagement, persuasion and retention
- Master the use of nonverbal communication techniques like tonality, voice projection, and body language
- Understand how to use multimedia elements effectively to support the message
- Develop the ability to anticipate and handle common questions and objections
- Learn how to overcome stage fright and nerves
- Receive feedback on their presentations and gain insight on areas for improvement
- Typically spans 2 days (9am to 5pm).
- Nonetheless, we can customize both the program’s duration and schedule to cater to unique client requirements (e.g., compact 1-day workshops or extended sessions beyond 3 days).
- Managers
- Heads of departments
PROGRAM OUTLINE
- Setting clear objectives
- Understanding your audience
- Developing a clear and compelling structure
- Delivering with impact
- Rehearsing and preparing
- Identifying the demographics, interests, and needs of your audience
- Adapting your message and delivery to meet the specific needs and expectations of your audience
- Understanding the psychology of persuasion and how to use it to your advantage
- Understanding the role of storytelling in communication
- The benefits of storytelling in presentations (e.g. increased engagement, persuasion, and retention)
- Identifying the key elements of a compelling story (e.g. characters, plot, conflict, resolution)
- Creating a strong opening and closing for your story
- Using descriptive language and sensory details to bring your story to life
- Incorporating relevant statistics and data to support your story
- Delivering your story with passion and authenticity
- Understanding the impact of nonverbal communication
- Using tonality effectively
- Voice projection and enunciation
- Body language and posture
- Practicing nonverbal communication
- Guided practice in creating a short, story-based presentation
- Delivering the presentation in front of the class or group
- Receiving feedback on delivery and content
- Using visual aids and multimedia effectively to support your message
- Incorporating multimedia elements such as video, audio, and animations
- Designing effective slides and charts
- Tips for using technology effectively during your presentation
- Adapting storytelling techniques to different types of presentations (sales, marketing, training)
- Identifying the key elements of a story that are relevant to different types of audiences and situations
- Using case studies and examples to illustrate key points
- Anticipating and preparing for common questions and objections
- Techniques for responding to difficult or unexpected questions
- Maintaining control and keeping the conversation on topic
- Understanding the causes of stage fright and nerves
- Techniques for managing anxiety and stress
- Tips for maintaining focus and composure during a presentation
- Guided practice in creating a longer, story-based presentation with multimedia elements
- Delivering the presentation in front of the class or group
- Receiving feedback on delivery, content, and use of multimedia elements
- Reviewing key takeaways from the course
- Providing feedback on overall performance and areas for improvement
- Discussing next steps for continued learning and practice
PROGRAM METHODOLOGY
- Hands-on Activities: Practical exercises to reinforce theoretical concepts.
- Group Discussions: Opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and exchange of ideas.
- Role Plays: Simulations of realistic situations to build practical skills.
- Feedback Sessions: Reviews and reflections to encourage improvement.
- Problem-solving Exercises: Develop critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Experiential Learning: Learning by doing, promoting active involvement.
- Interactive Lectures: Engaging presentations by experts in the field.
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios for learners to apply their knowledge.
- Quizzes & Tests: Regular assessments to track learning progress.
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