Every day, great ideas are lost simply because people are unable to present them effectively. Presentations are tied to everything that we do. In order to present our ideas effectively in order to influence decisions and outcomes, we must first be able to enhance our ability to manage ourselves, our content, and our audience.

The e-learning session aims to provide learners the skills and knowledge in delivering an effective presentation. They will be able to build their confidence and develop their natural presentation styles as they present information and data that will increase audience understanding and engagement.

Program Objectives

By the end of the 3-hour program, the learners will be able to:

1. Project confidence through congruent visual, vocal, and verbal impressions
2. Prepare for presentations using the connect and engage checklist
3. Practice applying the presentation format, and effectively open and close their presentations
4. Work on challenges in one's presentations

Program Outline

I. Centering Activity and Introductions

II. Sharing Session: Presentation Challenges and Best Practices

III. Effective Business Presentations

A. Act I: Prepare

1. The Presenter Mindset

2. Who: Understanding my Audience

3. What, Where, and How:

• Mapping my Content/Story - worksheet and discussion
• Presentation Deck Design
• Technology and Logistics

4. Opening and Closing Techniques

B. Act II: Deliver

1. Delivering Presentations Checklist

2. Visual, Vocal, and Verbal Impact

3. Overcoming Challenges

C. Act III: Review

IV. Celebrating Lessons Learned and Action Items

V. Closing