Public Speaking 101

• No prior knowledge required

This course aims to improve public speaking skills of the trainees by practical exercises supported by relevant theory.

It's designed for everyone, mostly conference speakers and team-meeting presenters.

Why public speaking is important?

• When do we present?

• Setting the presentation's goals

• Setting the presentation's message

• Possible presentation structures

Fear of public speaking:

• Why are we afraid of going on stage?

• How to fight public speaking fear?

• Exercises for relaxation and boosting confidence

Opening:

• How to create a good beginning for your talk?

• Techniques useful in talk's opening

Content:

• Simplifying the message

• Metaphors

• Language of benefits

• Using the right words

Closing:

• How to make a great call to action?

• How to amplify your message?

Follow-up:

• Social media

• Networking

How others present?

• Great talks from TED and other events (with analysis)

Slides and props:

• Rules of designing slides

• Examples of good and bad presentations

• PowerPoint alternatives

• Use of props

Operating your voice:

• Pitch of voice

• How to care for your voice?

Practice:

• Preparing short talks during the course

• Getting feedback for the above