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Who's it for?

For those who are already experienced in giving presentations but need to have more style and impact. This course is ideal for middle to senior management and business owners who need that edge to their presentations, whether pitching to clients or speaking to large audiences at seminars. Not only do you get feedback from the coach but there's also video playback, so you stretch yourself to a more accomplished style of presenting.

What's in it for me?

Develop a persuasive and personal style to increase your impact
Enhance your language to communicate even the most complex of ideas
Enhance your credibility with different audiences with powerful and expressive use of movement and voice
Develop a structure that keeps you on track with your key points
Maximise the power of the pause to control pace and attention
Tips to develop discerning and effective use of visual aids
Handle difficult questions from the audience with calm and confidence
At least three presentations in two days giving you plenty of chance to apply what you learn
Video playback to support tutor appraisal of strengths and areas for development
Group interaction to support peer learning
Materials to support your learning and development
Small group (up to 8) ensures plenty of personal tutor feedback

How long is the course?

Two days

Where does the training take place?

Either at a Switch Vision Venue anywhere in the UK or at your own site.

Timings: 9:30am - 5:30pm

Day One

Goal	Method
Presentation One - Prepared Presentation	Delivery of a 5 minute prepared presentation with Video playback
Feedback	Tutor appraisal of individual strengths and areas for improvement
Structure a presentation to a time limit	Know how to do shape your presentation to a mixed audience Define your key message Select your main points Using power words
Physical awareness	Exercises to help relax and focus body and mind
Engage your audience	Apply techniques to engage your listeners Build in transitions Close your presentation with impact Get an attention grabbing opening
Getting into the zone	Learn breathing for relaxation and greater vocal projection Use 'anchoring' to get you into your presentation mindset
Develop a clear and commanding voice	Increase vocal projection and clarity Add greater vocal variety Control vocal pace Master the use of pause for emphasis and signposting
Create a strong physical presence	Discover the impact of gesture on the attitude you convey Use movement and pause to add conviction
Presentation Two	Prepare a presentation in 20 mins Delivery of presentation
Feedback	Tutor appraisal of presentation

Day Two

Goal	Method
Talking off the cuff	Apply delivery and structure to a previously unseen presentation
Preparation of Presentation Three	Prepare a 5 min work-related presentation
Mind your language	Techniques to describe more complex ideas and processes
Adapting to different audiences	Practise the opening of this presentation Adapt material to specific audiences
Audience Questions and Answer Sessions	Techniques to deal with difficult questions from your audience
Use Visual Aids to support the content	Tips on how to improve the clarity of your message with your visuals
Finishing touches	Time to complete and rehearse Presentation Three
Presentation Three	Delivery of Presentation Three with video playback Trainer feedback of your progress
Next Steps	Review of what you've learnt on the course Techniques to continue your development Complete your Personal Action Plan