Presentation Skills
Presenting a Professional Image
Sometimes others’ impressions are more influenced by how you speak and dress than by what you say or know. Using lectures, discussions, interactive exercises and videotaping, you will receive feedback on how to improve your professional image while still maintaining your individual style.
You will learn to:
- Improve the first impression of your professional image in six different ways
- Utilize vocal techniques for better communication
- Use body language to refine your image
You will benefit by:
- Speaking confidently to others
- Communicating more clearly
- Increasing your credibility
- Improving your professional image
Audience:
All staff members interested in developing a more dynamic and professional image
Program Note:
It is strongly recommended that participants come dressed in professional attire, as the instructor also includes feedback on personal appearance related to conveying a professional image.
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Cost: $189 |
Dates & Times: Wed. 11/4/09, |
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Prepare, Practice & Present
This course provides interactive activities to help you prepare and deliver professional presentations. You will receive individualized feedback and reviews of in-class presentations
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You will learn to:
- Establish credibility with your audience
- Structure your presentation to maximize audience attention and retention
- Increase your audience’s receptivity
- Encourage participation
- Use humor, examples, and illustrations in your presentation
- End your presentation with control
- Leave a lasting impression
You will benefit by:
- Gaining confidence and conquering “stage fright” or anxiety
- Improving your speaking style
- Increasing your confidence, comfort, and control when presenting to any audience
Audience:
All staff who would like to speak more effectively in front of a group, make a presentation, or sell ideas to others
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Cost: $189 |
Dates & Times: Tue. 3/16/10, |
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