Course Aims

To build confidence when speaking to an audience of colleagues, subordinates and superiors, members of the public or other business groups, in a variety of situations and for a number of purposes.  The skills of speaking can be learned and can lead to success in the objectives of the speech.  Learn to deliver with impact and clarity.

The skills participants will develop will be to

Plan and write speeches

Open the speech

Use your voice to convey authority

Use voice and body language effectively

Understand how to speak to audiences of different sizes

Close leaving a positive impression

The course is for

Managers and anyone required to make presentations to other groups, either at seminars, weekly meetings, staff meetings, making introductions, entertaining clients, conferences, seminars and events.  Whenever there is a need to communicate to others, the audience can be won or lost depending on the skills of the speaker.

Topics covered

Knowing your audience

Planning your script; identifying and maximising opportunities

Effective speaking so you get your message across

Using body language

Coping with nerves

Holding the audience's attention

Dealing with questions

Avoiding jargon

Timing your delivery

Starting and finishing

Using visual aids

Practical application activities will be implemented during the course and delegates will have the opportunity to rehearse and practise vocal techniques receiving feedback and support.  This will help to establish new habits and increase confidence and enjoyment!

The benefits

This course helps to develop the techniques required for effective public speaking for a variety of situations.  Speakers need to inspire confidence and authority in themselves and their subject to receive recognition of their expertise and generate interest in their presentation.  An audience will respond to a confident speaker and will encourage better business contact. 

Course duration 1 day.