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Advanced Presentation Skills

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From £760 List price £965

As the Business environment has evolved so has our definition of what a Presentation is. The expectation is not limited to a formal presentation to a large audience with the aid of a slide deck. They now come in a variety of formats including formal meetings, informal discussions and one to one updates which can be delivered face to face and even remotely. Advanced Presentation skills are necessary to consistently engage with all audiences delivering compelling messages in such dynamic environments.

Who is this course for?

This two-day interactive workshop is ideal for professionals at all levels who already have some experience and are looking to enhance their presentation skills. It is particularly beneficial for business leaders, managers, sales, marketing professionals and anyone required to present regularly to colleagues, clients, or external stakeholders.

Advanced Presentation Skills

Benefits

Attending this course will equip you with the confidence and skills to deliver compelling and engaging presentations. You will learn to manage nerves, effectively use body language, and structure your presentations to captivate and inform your audience. By the end of the course, you will have practical techniques and personalised feedback to improve your presentation style, making your communications more impactful and memorable.

  • Turn concepts into impactful presentations in a robust and repeatable way.
  • Personalised and specific coaching on verbal and non-verbal techniques
  • Confidently communicate your message with clarity and project confidence
  • Handling challenging questions and stakeholders
  • Understand the difference between influence, persuasion and manipulation
  • Understand the different behavioural styles of the audience
  • Opportunity to create and deliver a short presentation and receive feedback

Course Syllabus

Presentations

First delivery of pre-prepared 5 minute presentation with feedback and optional self-recording

Overcoming Nerves​

Techniques to manage anxiety and nervousness​
Practical exercises to boost confidence before and during presentations

Understanding Your Audience​

Identifying and analysing the audience​
Adapting your presentation style to meet audience needs

Structuring Your Presentation​

Organising content logically​
Creating a clear and engaging narrative​
Effective use of PowerPoint and visual aids

Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

Using voice effectively: tone, pace, and volume​
Body language and gestures to enhance your message

Engaging Your Audience​

Techniques to maintain interest and interaction​
Storytelling to make your message memorable

Handling Questions and Difficult Situations

Strategies for managing Q&A sessions​
Techniques for handling difficult questions and disruptive audience members

Practical Presentation Exercise​

Preparation and final delivery of pre-prepared presentations
Trainer and peer feedback with optional self-recording

Personal Development and Action Plan

Identifying areas for personal improvement​
Creating a personal action plan for continued development​
Course evaluation and final Q&A​

"What do I get on the day?"

Arguably, the most experienced and highest motivated trainers.

Face-to-face training

lunch

Training is held in our modern, comfortable, air-conditioned suites.

Lunch, breaks and timing

A hot lunch is provided at local restaurants near our venues:

  • Bloomsbury
  • Limehouse

Courses start at 9:30am.

Please aim to be with us for 9:15am.

Browse the sample menus and view joining information (how to get to our venues).

Refreshments

Available throughout the day:

  • Hot beverages
  • Clean, filtered water
  • Biscuits

Online training

online training (virtual)

Regular breaks throughout the day.

Learning tools

in-course handbook

In-course handbook

Contains unit objectives, exercises and space to write notes

24 months access to trainers

Your questions answered on our support forum.

What to expect when training

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Summary

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Mark Hurd-Bennett,
Managing Account Director

Perfect balance of learning new concepts & skills with a delivery style that keeps you engaged throughout the day - highly reccomended.

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Anne Lucas,
Head Of Sales & Account Management UKI

Great trainer very passionate about what she does and gave great examples

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Grants Support Officer

Thank you!

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Thu 13 AugOnline£800
Wed 19 AugLimehouse £800
Mon 14 SepOnline£777
Thu 17 SepBloomsbury £773
Wed 14 OctOnline£750

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Below are some extracts from our Advanced Presentation Skills manual.

Overcoming Nerves and Anxiety

Arrive early

Meet & Greet

Turn energy into enthusiasm

Ground yourself

- Posture

- Pause & Breathe

- Presenter space

- Don’t overthink it

- Smile

- Visualise yourself brilliant

Audience Analysis

- Analysis

- Understanding

- Demographics

- Interest

- Environment

- Needs

- Customised

- Expectations

Structure and Delivery Techniques

Presentation Structures

Newsroom

Armed

- Understanding Tone

- Mastering Pace

- Controlling Volume

- Body language and gestures

Incorporate Storytelling

Identify Your Core Message

Use a Clear Structure

Have Relatable Characters

Have Conflict & Resolution

Have Emotional Appeal

Use Visuals to Enhance

Master Delivery Techniques

Tailor to Your Audience

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