Public Speaking and Presenting at Work

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Public speaking in the workplace is a common requirement for managers and leadership. However, employees can also find themselves asked to:

Present at meetings
Facilitate groups or training
Deliver sales pitches

Presenting is a great opportunity for employees to demonstrate their expertise and value, making developing your presentation skills a key to your career.

Whether your goal is to inform, persuade, entertain, or train, there are core communication strategies and presentation techniques that will ensure you give a professional presentation that engages your audience and achieves your desired outcomes.

Poor presentation skills or avoidance of public speaking results in leaders who fail to inspire their teams, sales people with low sales numbers, and individuals whose careers are stagnant. The good news is that public speaking skills can be learned.

In this course, you’ll learn how to prepare for your presentation so that you know exactly what to expect. You’ll learn how to:

Prevent and handle nervousness both before and during the event.
Gear your presentation toward your audience, whether it’s 5 or 500
Use notes, cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.

You’ll also develop your presentation skills. You’ll learn how to:

Light up the room when you enter, command the attention of your audience, and own the room.
Enhance your presentation with body language, non-verbal communication, and voice tonality and projection.
Present data and complex information clearly and use visual aids properly, such as PowerPoint, flip charts, videos, and more.
Design and structure the content for your presentation, using proven blueprints that ensure you achieve your desired outcomes.
Run meetings and group discussions like a pro, including fielding questions and handling difficult participants.

So, are you ready to master the art of presenting? If so enroll now, we look forward to seeing you in the course.

Guarantee: We know you will love this course. However, we offer a no-questions-asked 30-day money-back guarantee if the course does not meet your needs for any reason.

So who are we?

We are Joeel & Natalie Rivera. We own a digital media publishing company called Transformation Services, Inc. We provide training programs and curriculum development for entrepreneurs and small businesses. We also run a magazine and live events and conferences. We’ve worked with 300,000+ students, coaches and businesses from 195 countries. All of our programs are created based on over a decade of experience in education, business development and coaching, as well as my background in psychology, including my Master’s in Counseling and Education and my research on happiness for my dissertation for my PH.D. in Psychology.

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Learning objectives

Overcome nervousness and anxiety about speaking
Project competence and confidence and command the room
Use notes, cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.
Develop professional presentation skills
Enhance your presentation with body language and non-verbal communication
Use voice tonality and projection for emphasis
Present data and complex information clearly
Develop rapport and connect to your audience
Break the ice and engage your audience using powerful workshop activities

Use visual aids properly, including powerpoint, flip charts, videos, and worksheets
Structure an organized presentation based on your desired outcomes
Target your talk to your audience
Write the content for your presentation or curriculum using proven templates and blueprints
Run meetings and group discussions like a pro
Master the art of fielding questions from the audience
How to handle difficult participants, keep them focused, and stay in control
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Overcome nervousness and anxiety about speaking
Project competence and confidence and command the room
Use notes, cues and memory techniques so you’ll feel confident that you wont’ forget what to say.
Develop professional presentation skills
Enhance your presentation with body language and non-verbal communication
Use voice tonality and projection for emphasis
Present data and complex information clearly
Develop rapport and connect to your audience
Break the ice and engage your audience using powerful workshop activities
Use visual aids properly, including powerpoint, flip charts, videos, and worksheets
Structure an organized presentation based on your desired outcomes
Target your talk to your audience
Write the content for your presentation or curriculum using proven templates and blueprints
Run meetings and group discussions like a pro
Master the art of fielding questions from the audience
How to handle difficult participants, keep them focused, and stay in control
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Show less

Syllabus

Introduction

Welcome, in this lecture we will go over what you will learn, the relevance of it, and also introduce ourselves and our background in the speaking field.

Explore common types of presentations you may encounter in the workplace, as well as the different purposes of such presentations.

Learn why it is so common (and completely normal) to fear public speaking and explore strategies for overcoming stage fright.

Practice makes improvement! Plus, the more you practice the more confident you will be. In this lecture we will go over the power and importance of practice.

In this lecture we will explore strategies and tools for keeping yourself in a confident place and calming anxiety on the day of your event.

Explore additional tips and tools for handling nerves.

In this lecture you will explore strategies and tools for keeping yourself in a confident place and calming anxiety before you begin.

In this video we will go over tips on how to control the room, raise energy, set expectations, project confidence, and how to work the room.

Most peoples greatest fear is forgetting what they are going to say during a presentation. Therefore, in this lecture you will learn how to make sure you don't forget what you're supposed to talk about by using powerful memory techniques.

In this lecture we will go over how to use posture, hand gestures, facial expressions, and movement to communicate, as well as what to do and not do with your hands, eyes, among other things

Learn how to use your voice to project, enhance your delivery, and convey confidence.

Methods for creating visual prompts for yourself including notes, cue cards, keywords, and mind mapping.

In this lecture we will go over the presentation of data and how to tell a story through data using proper graphs and charts.

In this lecture we will go over strategies for connecting with your audience, developing trust, and establishing a relationship.

In this lecture we will go over strategies for using visual aids, including white boards, flip charts, projectors, slides, etc.

In this lecture you will learn how to use video to enhance engagement with your audience.

In this lecture you will learn how to use worksheets or other writing exercises to enhance engagement with your audience.

In this lecture we will provide you with a variety of workshop activities and ice breakers to use in your events.

In this lecture you will learn how to plan for your presentation by considering the objective, subject, audience, location, time, length, seating, and delivery method.

In this lecture you will learn how to turn the information you wish to share into a full, teachable curriculum. This lecture also includes a template that you can use.

One of the most important aspect of presenting is time management. Be prepared by knowing how much time each segment of your presentation should take and use timing tools to stay on track and finish on time.

In this lecture how to use the laser speaking strategy for keeping discussions flowing using short, focused speaking (for you and your group participants).

In this lecture we will go over tips for dealing with common types of difficult participants, in order to maintain focus and engagement.

In this lecture we will go over strategies for question and answer sessions, including what to do when you don't know the answer.

Congratulations on finishing the course! In this lecture we will summarize the main points and provide tips for moving forward.

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Covers a wide range of public speaking scenarios and techniques, making it well-rounded and practical

Taught by instructors with over a decade of experience in education and business development, providing credibility and expertise

Offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, minimizing risk for learners

Includes exercises and activities to reinforce learning and provide practical application

Provides guidance on handling difficult participants and maintaining control in group discussions, addressing a common challenge

Advises learners to practice in advance, emphasizing the importance of preparation and repetition

Reviews summary

Mastering workplace presentations with confidence

According to students, this course provides a highly practical and actionable guide to public speaking and presenting at work. Many learners found it invaluable for overcoming nervousness and building confidence. The instructors are frequently praised for their clear explanations and engaging delivery, making complex topics easy to understand. The course is particularly effective for those new to formal presentations or seeking to refine their workplace communication skills, offering concrete strategies for everything from structuring content to handling difficult participants and visual aids. While some advanced speakers might find certain sections foundational, the majority appreciate its comprehensive yet accessible approach.

Provides an excellent and comprehensive starting point for new speakers.

"As a beginner, this course laid a fantastic foundation for me to build my public speaking skills confidently."

"If you're just starting out or need a refresher, this course is perfect and very comprehensive in its scope."

"It covers all the basics really well, making it easy for anyone to get started with public speaking and presenting."

Focuses on public speaking skills directly applicable to professional environments.

"It's great how specific this course is to presenting at work, like handling Q&A and difficult participants."

"The content on running meetings and structuring presentations for a professional setting was particularly helpful."

"I found the sections on visual aids and presenting data for a business audience very valuable."

Instructors deliver content with clarity and maintain strong engagement.

"The instructors are very knowledgeable and make the content easy to grasp and follow."

"Their explanations were super clear, and I really enjoyed their teaching style throughout the course."

"The course is well-delivered, keeping me engaged and motivated to learn the whole time."

Offers actionable strategies to overcome fear and build speaking confidence.

"I feel much more confident about public speaking after taking this course. The tips are really actionable."

"This course gave me the tools to manage my nerves and present effectively in work meetings."

"Learned practical strategies for public speaking that I can apply immediately to my presentations."

Emphasizes the need for personal practice to master public speaking skills.

"While the course provides great tips, truly improving requires consistent practice outside the lectures."

"The course is a strong guide, but actual mastery of public speaking needs continued personal application."

"I found that to really benefit, I had to actively apply the techniques in real-life speaking situations."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Public Speaking and Presenting at Work with these activities:

Practice delivering short presentations in front of a mirror or record yourself

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Regular practice is crucial for improving presentation skills. Self-practice through recording or delivering presentations in front of a mirror allows for self-assessment, identification of areas for improvement, and building confidence.

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Choose a topic and prepare a short presentation.
Practice delivering the presentation multiple times.
Record yourself or deliver in front of a mirror to observe and evaluate your performance.

Review techniques for handling nerves and anxiety during presentations

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Effective presentation skills require managing nerves and anxiety. Reviewing and practicing techniques for staying calm and focused will enhance confidence and improve overall presentation delivery.

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Recall or research techniques for controlling nerves before and during presentations.
Practice these techniques in low-stakes situations to build confidence.

Review 'Speak With Confidence' by Paul McGee

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This book offers practical techniques and strategies for overcoming public speaking anxiety and developing effective communication skills, which are key competencies for workplace presentations.

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Read the book thoroughly, taking notes on key strategies for managing nervousness and improving presentation skills.

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Participate in a peer-led mock presentation session

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Receiving feedback from peers in a mock presentation setting provides valuable insights into areas for improvement, helps identify strengths and weaknesses, and fosters a collaborative learning environment.

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Find a peer-led mock presentation session or organize one with fellow students.
Prepare a presentation and deliver it to the group.
Actively listen and provide constructive feedback to other participants.

Using visual aids

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Review how to use visual aids such as charts and graphs to make your presentations more effective.

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Review different types of visual aids
Practice creating visual aids for your presentations

Follow tutorials on using visual aids in presentations

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Developing proficiency in using visual aids is essential for engaging audiences during presentations. Online tutorials provide step-by-step guidance on creating effective slides, charts, and graphs that will enhance audience comprehension and engagement.

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Identify online tutorials that cover techniques for using visual aids in presentations.
Follow the tutorials, practicing the techniques and applying them to sample presentations.

Create a presentation for an actual audience

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Creating and delivering a presentation for a real audience simulates the actual experience and provides opportunities for hands-on application of skills, audience analysis, and feedback gathering.

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