Duration:
Self-study or Classroom Training
Description:
The 50-Minute Manager Series was designed to cover critical business and professional development topics in the shortest time possible. Our easy-to-read,
easy-to-understand format can be used for self-study or classroom training, or even office training. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, the 50-Minute
books keep you engaged and help you retain critical skills.
This self-paced book is designed to help acquaint you with the key skills any successful presenter need to master. With this book, you will learn how to
build credibility and confidence as a speaker, how to organize your thoughts and data, how to construct powerful visual aids, and how to develop a dynamic
presentation style in an easy to read, learn as you go book.
Table Of Contents:
Part 1: Assessing Your Skills
Evaluating Yourself
Dealing with Anxiety
Tips for Reducing Anxiety
Turning Your Assessment into a Plan
Part 2: Planning Your Presentation
Clarifying Your Strategy
Six Steps to Planning Your Presentation
Some Thoughts on Using Handouts
Preparing For Your Next Presentation
Part 3: Using Slides and Other Visual Aids
Using Slides and Visual Aids Effectively
Designing Your Slides
Use Your Slides-Don't Let Them Use You
Part Summary
Part 4: Preparing for Your Presentation
Personal Appearance
Controlling the Presentation Environment
When You Can't Practice-Successful Impromptu Speaking
Part Summary
Part 5: Delivering Your Presentation with Energy and Composure
Engaging Your Audience
Putting Energy to Work
Maintaining Composure
Question-and-Answer Techniques
Dealing with Hostile Questions
Part Summary
Appendix
Appendix to Part 3
Additional Reading"