Power Presentations for Executives

The program is intended for those who are leaders in business, non-government organizations, government, academia or entrepreneurs who would like to learn how to deliver concise, organized, persuasive and powerful presentations.

The objectives of this program are:

- Communicate authority and credibility through enthusiastic verbal and nonverbal
delivery.
- Learn the Four Keys of an Effective Speaker.
- Convert stage fright into positive energy.
- Organize your presentation to match the needs of the audience and to achieve your
objective.
- Design and use effective visual aids.
- Listen and respond to difficult questions and challenging audience behavior.
- Take command and ensure audience attention.
- Speak with increased confidence.

POWER PRESENTATION FOR WOMEN EXECUTIVES
Two (2) Day Course Outline

MODULES DESCRIPTION
Presenting with Impact The Four Keys of an Effective Speaker: Energy, Credibility, Variety, and Audience Connection
Introduction of Participants Get to know one another
Discussion of workshop expectations
How to Control those Public Speaking Jitters
The Causes of stage fright
The Signs of nervousness
How to use nervousness to add energy to your presentation
Tips for Controlling stage fright
What to Wear
Clothes
Jewelry
Hair
Language Spoken word is less formal than the written word
Beware of grammatical errors
Catchy titles add interest and energy to your presentation
Limit the use of jargon and clichés
Use assertive language
Humor Try to avoid jokes-but if you must-then follow guidelines
Humorous stories are preferable to jokes
Listener Train-of Thought Organization Discussion of listening
Create a strong Introduction
Decide on a structure for the Body of your presentation]
The elements of a memorable Conclusion
The power of transitions
Frequent summaries
Avoid running overtime

Dynamic Delivery
Nonverbal Communication: movement, gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, posture, and nervous mannerisms
Verbal Communication: rate, volume, pitch, articulation, fillers, emphasis, and the pause
The Secrets of Success
Videotape, video conferencing, and television tips
Visual Aids for Impact Reasons for using visuals
Criteria for using visuals
Flipcharts, handouts and PowerPoint
Taking Control of the Question and Answer Session
The Benefits Q & A (Question and Answer)
Preparation is the Key
How to handle difficult people and difficult questions
Getting that first question
Getting ready, responding, and moving on to the next question
Participant practice
Volunteers will present a five-minute presentation
Speakers will also practice answering questions
Speakers will receive extensive, specific, and individualized feedback