Delivering Powerful Presentations shows students how to present persuasively with professionalism, impact and style. It explores how words, body language and tone of voice combine to create a positive performance. It explains how to rehearse effectively. And it equips students to handle questions with the poise and authority necessary for success.
Course Topics
Module 1: Planning Your Presentation
What Makes Presentations Powerful?
Module 2: Delivery: The Lyrics, the Music and the Dance
The Lyrics and the Music: Words and Style
The Dance: Body Language
Dealing with Questions
Rehearse, Rehearse, Rehearse!
Key Learning Outcomes
Once students have completed this programme they will be able to systematically move from a written presentation to persuasive and polished delivery. Specifically, they will be able to:
Use the 5 P’s: Pace, Pitch, Pause, Pronunciation and Power to improve their vocal delivery and add interest to their voice.
Use effective story telling techniques to engage their audience and deliver their key messages persuasively including:
making it personal;
making it relevant;
using examples;
using word pictures and analogies.
Look their best in front of an audience by:
paying attention to the way they look;
analysing and rehearsing how they stand, gesture and move;
handling support materials with polish.
Anticipate and handle the audience’s questions effectively and positively.
Rehearse effectively in front of colleagues, asking for and incorporating their feedback.