Speaking in Public with Authority and Confidence

Is it right for me?
Suitable for chief executives, directors, senior managers and professionals who deliver presentations and speeches.

What will I learn?
By the end of this course you will be able to:

Build a logical and attention holding structure.
Meet your key objectives with flexible delivery.
Construct compelling openings and closures.
Create content that remains memorable.
Use dynamic visuals at the right time.
Remain relaxed even when things don’t go to plan.
Use silence and pauses for maximum impact.
Perfect your personal style.
Pre-course Activity
You are required to bring a 5 to10 minute work related presentation with you to maximise the time available. A recording of your delivery will be provided for ongoing development.

What will it cover?
The Audience

Understanding the audience, its needs and expectations
Handling questions and objections non-defensively
Maintaining your credibility
Holding the audience’s attention
Voice and Image

Breathing and voice projection
Boost your vocal energy
Make any nerves work for you
Body language that inspires
Language that Works

Repetition, pausing, and summaries
Using words which are natural and unforced
Avoiding business speak
Positive and dynamic language
Delivery

Ice-breakers and mood makers
Using word pictures
Isolating the key messages
Personal Development

Monitoring your strengths and weaknesses
Building your confidence to deliver consistently
Testimonial
Andrew Wilson, Land Director

Laing Homes North Home Counties

"This course gave me all of the techniques on how to achieve best performance. I learnt how to engage an audience."