Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

Typical Classroom

Small Class Size

All ABT individual classes are limited to a maximum class size of 4.  Our goal is to provide a more engaging place for students so they are able to have a personal connection with the instructor, simply by virtue of the fact there are fewer students in the classroom competing for that instructor's attention.  Students will also be able to interact with business professionals from other companies.

Class Description

Even if you don't need to make regular presentations in front of a group, there are plenty of situations where good public speaking/presentation skills can help you advance your career and create opportunities. You might have to talk about your company at a conference, make a speech after accepting an award, or teach a class to new employees.

Good public speaking/presentation skills are important in other areas of your life as well. You might be asked to make a speech at a friend's wedding, give a eulogy for a loved one, or inspire a group of volunteers at a charity event. In short, being a good public speaker can enhance your reputation, boost your self-confidence, and open up countless opportunities.

However, while good public speaking/presentation skills can open doors, poor speaking/presentation skills can close them. For example: your boss might decide against promoting you after sitting through a poorly delivered presentation, you might lose a valuable new contract by failing to connect with a prospect during a sales pitch, or you could make a poor impression with your new team because you trip over your words and don't look people in the eye.

Most students find it useful to bring a presentation they have already prepared or one they are currently working on to discuss during class.

Class Outline 

Module One: Getting Started

• Workshop Objectives

Module Two: Identifying Your Audience

• Performing a Needs Analysis
• Creating an Audience Profile or Analysis
• Identifying Key Questions and Concerns

Module Three: Types of Speeches/Presentations 

• Informative Speeches
• Demonstrative Speeches
• Persuasive Speeches
• Special Occasions

Module Four: Choosing Your Delivery Methods

• Basic Methods
• Advanced Methods
• Basic Criteria to Consider

Module Five: Organizing the Program

• Making Organization Easy
• Organizational Methods 
• Problem-Solution
• Classifying and Categorizing
• Chronological
• Spatial
• Causal
• Topical

Module Six: Creating a Basic Outline

• Basic Speech Outline
• Presenting a Project Report
• Identifying the Task That Had to Be Performed
• Listing the Actions You Took
• Revealing the Results

Module Seven: Providing the Details

• Identifying Appropriate Sources 
• Establishing Credibility
• The Importance of Citations

Module Eight: Creating Fantastic Flip Charts

• Required Tools
• The Advantages of Pre-Writing
• Using Colors Appropriately
• Flip Chart Usage
• Creating a Plan B

Module Nine: Creating Compelling PowerPoint Presentations

• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B

Module Ten: Wow ‘Em with the Whiteboard

• Traditional and Electronic Whiteboards
• Using Colors Appropriately
• Creating a Plan B

Module Eleven: Vibrant Videos and Amazing Audio

• Required Tools
• Tips and Tricks
• Creating a Plan B

• Writing Your Presentation
• Adding a Plan B  
• Reviewing, Editing, and Rewriting

Module Thirteen: Being Prepared

• Checking Out the Venue
• Gathering Materials
• A 24 Hour Checklist

Module Fourteen: Overcoming Nervousness

• A Visit from the Boss
• Preparing Mentally
• Physical Relaxation Techniques
• Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd

Module Fifteen: Delivering Your Speech/Presentation  

• Starting Off on the Right Foot
• Register
• Using Visual Aids
• Checking the Volume of Your Voice
• During Your Speech
• Adjusting on the Fly
• Gauging Whether Breaks Are Required
• Wrapping Up and Winding Down

Module Sixteen: Questions and Answers

• Ground Rules
• Answering Questions That Sound Like an Attack
• Dealing with Complex Questions

Availability
For Individuals:

• Public class at our Cincinnati, OH classrooms.
• Live interactive online webinar, you will hear and see everything the Cincinnati class does. You can ask questions and stay after class for a personal consultation. Webinar FAQ.

For Groups of five or more:

• Onsite classes are offered in the greater metro areas of Cincinnati, OH; Dayton, OH; Columbus, OH; Indianapolis, IN; Lexington, KY; and Louisville, KY.
  
• Live interactive webinar exclusively for your group. The class is available in English worldwide.

Coming Soon!
On Demand classes. Take this class online at your convenience. If you would like to receive an email notice when this class will be available On Demand please complete this form.

Scheduled Classes
D = Day Class  E = Evening Class 

Cincinnati, OH
D Tuesday, May 21, 2013
D Thursday, May 30, 2013
E Monday and Tuesday, June 3 and 4, 2013
D Friday, June 7, 2013
D Wednesday, June 26, 2013
D Monday, July 15, 2013
D Friday, July 26, 2013

To register for this class click on Register Now at the bottom of the page.

Cincinnati, OH Class and Webinar
This class is 6 - 8 hours in duration. The class starts at 8: 30 a. m. with a 10 minute break each hour and 30 minutes for lunch. End time depends on the number of students, but no later than 4:40 p.m. 

The evening class meets for two evenings starting at 6: 00 p. m. with a 10 minute break each hour. End time depends on the number of students, but no later than 9:50 p.m

Student Cost
$249.00

Each student receives:

• A Student Manual for use during and after the class.
• Instruction from an experienced business professional (minimum of 20 years) with at least five years in a corporate senior management position (CEO, President, COO, Vice President, CFO).
• Real life exercises to support training materials.
• Individual attention (classes are limited to four students).
• Personalized Certificate of Completion. 

Class Location
Cincinnati, OH: 260 Northland Boulevard, Cincinnati, OH 45246 Map   Nearby Hotels

Questions?
Email your question(s) to questions@academyofbusinesstraining.com.