Management Programs

Excellent ideas alone do not guarantee successful presentations. Success is determined by the combined impact of words, voice, and body on your listeners. Most people lack the guidelines and formal training needed to speak effectively. You can deliver powerful, high-impact presentations by learning where to focus your effort and energy. This challenging, fast-paced, experiential workshop will teach you how to:

• Manage anxiety
• Construct effective messages
• Develop dynamic delivery skills
• Connect with and focus on your listeners
• Gain confidence and comfort

Key Topics

• Identifying speaking assets
• Recognizing attitudinal road blocks
• Tips to reduce tension
• Perfecting your visual image
• Analyzing your listeners
• Capturing and holding listener attention
• The power of silence
• Building blocks of message construction
• Making your voice work for you
• Painting pictures with words
• Productive use of visual aids
• Do's and don'ts of practice
• Profiting from the Q & A
• Speaking effectively on short notice

Special Features

Individual coaching and feedback; take-home videotape showcasing your growth as a presenter; pre-workshop questionnaire and assignment; overnight homework assignment during the workshop

Who Will Benefit

First-time presenters looking to develop structure, style, and confidence; intermediate/experienced presenters seeking to polish delivery and build their comfort zone; anyone looking to increase the impact of their presentation and connect with listeners

Instructors

Carole Grau, Jennifer Grau, Patricia Hunter

Your workshop will be led by one of these instructors.