Course Outline
Brief Introduction
Types of Presentations
Consulting and informational sessions
Presentations designed for delivery
Reporting by simply reading the slides
Slide Preparation
Aligning content with the presentation duration
Choosing layouts and developing custom designs
Structuring content flow—either from general to specific or vice versa
Selecting titles and defining the scope of content
Visual elements—graphs, tables, and informative illustrations
Creating a Sales Deck
The sales slide deck
Key steps before beginning the design process
Essential components to include in a sales deck.
Slide Composition
Organizing slide structure,
Incorporating visuals.
Integrating Data
Leveraging charts effectively,
Simplifying charts and graphs,
Identifying which data points warrant a dedicated slide,
Avoiding information overload for the audience,
Linking with MS Excel.
Amplifying Your Message
Strategies for effectively using your slide deck
Support Materials
Personal notes
Client handouts
Core Competencies of Effective Speakers
Voice control, articulation, and non-verbal communication
Self-presentation techniques
Building credibility
The Final Moments Before You Take the Stage
Fifteen-minute mental preparation
Overcoming stage fright and taking control of nerves
Making a strong first impression
Establishing connection with the audience
Leveraging breaks for the "freshness effect" to maintain engagement
Common Errors to Avoid
Unconventional approaches in sensitive areas like life insurance
Excessive seriousness or fidgeting with items like handkerchiefs
Monotony versus lack of detailed subject matter expertise
Managing Crisis Situations: The Art of Improvisation
Handling equipment failures
Correcting erroneous content on slides
Addressing unexpected circumstances, such as technical storms or other disruptions
Overview of Tools for Interactive Presentations
Creating Flash-based presentations with Prezi
Haiku Deck: An alternative tool for creating interactive web and iOS-based presentations
Producing animated narrator videos using GoAnimate
Balsamiq: Designing effective mockups and wireframes
PowerPoint Add-ins
Installing new plugins
PowerPointLabs
Office Timeline
Poll Everywhere
PowerMockup
Oomfo
Practice Makes Perfect
AutoSummarize techniques
Feedback from participants
Requirements
A strong working knowledge of PowerPoint is highly recommended.
Testimonials (4)
The energy of the trainer and how he conducted the course
Lawrence Rhein - LKQ Polska Sp. z o. o.
Course - Public Speaking 101: The Art of Mastering Self-Expression (With Social Media Relevance)
interaction and discussion with each other in different groups, together with some games.
- 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
Useful practical situations, great trainer and organisation
