Course Outline
Brief Introduction
Types of Presentations
Consulting and Informational
Designed to Deliver Content
Reporting as "Just Reading" the Slide
Preparation of Slides
Adapting Content to the Duration of the Presentation
Selecting a Scheme or Creating Custom Designs
Presenting Content: General to Specific or Vice Versa
Selecting Titles and Scope of Content
Visualization: Graphs, Tables, Illustrations (Informative Graphics)
Preparing a Sales Deck
Sales Slide Deck
Steps to Take Before Designing the Slide Deck
Key Elements to Include in a Sales Slide Deck
Slide Composition
Structuring the Slides
Utilizing Visuals
Including Data
Effective Use of Charts
Simplifying Charts and Graphs
Determining Which Data Deserves a Slide
Avoiding Information Overload for Your Audience
Connecting Microsoft Excel
Amplifying Your Message
Strategies for Using Your Slide Deck Effectively
Support Materials
Personal Notes
Handouts for Participants
Personal Competencies of Effective Speakers
Voice, Diction, and Nonverbal Communication
Professional Self-Presentation
Building Credibility with Your Audience
Zero Hour: Preparing for the Presentation
Focusing in the Last 15 Minutes Before the Presentation
Overcoming Stage Fright
Making a Strong First Impression
Engaging with Your Audience
Benefits of Breaks and Maintaining Freshness
Common Errors to Avoid
Unconventional Approaches That May Not Work, Such as Life Insurance Presentations
Overemphasis on Minor Details, Like Handkerchiefs
Boredom Due to Lack of Specific Details in the Presentation
Crisis Situations: The Art of Improvisation
Equipment Failure
Erroneous Content on Slides
Unforeseen Circumstances, Such as Natural Disasters
Overview of Tools for Interactive Presentations
Creating Flash-Based Presentations Using Prezi
Haiku Deck: A Tool for Interactive Web and iOS-Based Presentations
Creating Animated Narrator Videos Using GoAnimate
Balsamiq: Effective Mockups and Wireframes
PowerPoint Add-Ins
Installing New Plugins
PowerPointLabs
Office Timeline
Poll Everywhere
PowerMockup
Oomfo
Practice Makes Perfect
Using AutoSummarize
Soliciting Feedback from Participants
Requirements
Testimonials (5)
The level of engagement and passion.
Dai Forterre - Netherlands Business Support Office (NBSO) Indonesia
Course - High-Impact Communication Skills
The people aspect: How important it is to try to find out what the audience is expecting and what questions they could ask. And how important my attitude towards presenting and the audience is for the success of the presentation. I think I understand now much better how to have successfull presentations and the importance of regular training/preparation.
Manuel Wymann
Course - Presenting with Confidence
Maria did a great job at keeping a positive and energetic mood during the training. I went in to the training expecting awkward exercises but I had a lot of fun.
Vlad - EFS UNTERNEHMENSBERATUNG GESMBH
Course - Public Speaking 101
Consolidated feedback: The 2nd day was first thought as too long and then appreciated by the audience who could put in practice what was learned. Audience appreciated the fact that they could pick a theme to better presenting on, that was their core work Take away cheat sheets and clear framework to structure presentations were really good Working in different pairs throughout both days was welcome. Very engaging trainer on both days Special thanks from one audience member: "I really enjoyed it and especially the interactive sessions where we get instant feedback and can practice around it, I find that very educational. Please also share my appreciation to Liz, I think she’s a great trainer and I like her humane approach throughout the workshop"
NIcolas Arrive - Recharge.com Enterprise B.V.
Course - Delivering a PowerPoint Presentation that Sells
Adam was very knowledgeable and had a great layout.
