Course Outline
Introduction
Types of Presentations
Consulting and informational sessions
Presentations designed for delivery
Reports where slides are merely read aloud
Slide Preparation
Aligning content with presentation duration
Selecting schemes and creating custom designs
Presentation flow: moving from general to specific or vice versa
Choosing titles and determining content scope
Visual elements - charts, tables, and informative graphics
Creating a Sales Deck
Sales slide deck fundamentals
Pre-design considerations for a sales deck
Key components to include in a sales slide deck
Slide Composition
Structuring slides effectively
Incorporating visuals
Integrating Data
Effective use of charts
Simplifying charts and graphs
Identifying which data warrants a dedicated slide
Avoiding information overload for your audience
Connecting MS Excel
Amplifying Your Message
Maximizing the impact of your slide deck
Support Materials
Speaker notes
Client handouts
Key Competencies for Effective Speakers
Voice modulation, diction, and non-verbal communication
Self-presentation skills
Building credibility
The Final Moments Before Presentation
Last 15-minute preparation and focus
Managing stage fright
Making a strong first impression
Establishing connection with the audience
Leveraging breaks for a "fresh effect" rather than just resting
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Overly unconventional approaches in fields like life insurance
Overly serious demeanor regarding minor details
Addressing boredom versus lack of specific subject knowledge
Handling Crisis Situations: The Art of Improvisation
Dealing with equipment failure
Addressing erroneous content on slides
Managing unexpected disruptions
Overview of Tools for Interactive Presentations
Creating Flash-based presentations with Prezi
Haiku Deck: A tool for interactive Web and iOS presentations
Producing animated narrator videos with 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
Participant feedback
Requirements
Proficiency in 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