The document outlines an agenda and presentation tips for developing powerful presentation skills. The presentation covers planning a presentation by understanding the audience and desired outcomes, preparing content and interactions, practicing delivery, and presenting confidently. Attendees will learn how to engage audiences and manage time through balancing information, interactions, and visual aids. Tips are provided for each stage and include considering learning styles, using open-ended questions, practicing delivery, and making eye contact during presentations.

1. Powerful Presentation SkillsNicole M. Young, MSWOptimal Solutions Consulting

2. Desired OutcomesLearn how to plan presentations that are informative andinteresting.Understand how to balance presenting information, engaging the audience and managing the time.Discuss ways to use visual aids to enhance presentations.Gain tips and ideas for managing anxiety about public speaking.www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

3. AgendaWelcome / Overview / IntroductionsPutting the “P” in Powerful PresentationsMore Tips & TechniquesClosing / Evaluationwww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

4. IntroductionsNameOrganization#1 fear, worry, concern or challenge related to speaking in public (presentations, meetings, groups, etc)www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

5. The Best Defensewww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011 Put the “P” in Powerful PresentationsPLANPREPAREPRACTICEPRESENT

6. PLANWho is my audience?What do they want to hear, learn, feel or do? What do I want them to hear, learn, feel or do?What will I cover or convey to accomplish this?How long will I need to do this? How much can I do with the amount of time I have?www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

7. Exercise: Planning for a PresentationThink about an upcoming presentation that you will (or could) be leading:Who will be attending?What do they want to hear, learn, feel or do?What is one key point you need to cover or convey to meet their needs?www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

8. PREPAREHow does the audience want to receive information? (Learning Styles)

9. What Types of Information will capture their interest?

10. What Types of Interactions will keep them engaged?

11. What Types of Questionscan I use to initiate interactions? www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

12. PREPARE: Learning Styleswww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

13. Learning Styles: Example 1www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

14. Learning Styles: Example 2@nicolemyoung: my learning style is…www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011 Visual + Read/WriteVisualKinesthetic

15. PREPARE: Types of Informationwww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

16. PREPARE: Types of InteractionsExperiential exercise“Parallel” exerciseLarge-group discussionSmall-group discussionPairsGo around the roomIndividual written exercise1-way presentationHighInteractionLowwww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

17. PREPARE: Types of QuestionsOpen-endedClosed-endedAudience poll/ show of handsWhat is your greatest fear about public speaking?Do you get nervous about public speaking?How many of you get nervous about public speaking?www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

18. Group Exercise: PrepareExample of 1 key pointWhat question(s) could you use to initiate interaction?How would you follow that up withA big ideaFact or logicConcrete stepsStorieswww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

19. PRACTICEUse a mirror, video camera, other peopleCheck body language, tone of voice, pace, volume, wordsTime yourselfNotice: note cards, handouts, agendaPractice answering tough questionswww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

20. PRESENT: BeforeArrive early to set up, get situated in the roomSet up and test any audio/visual equipmentGreet people as they arriveTake deep breathsBe your own cheerleader/coachReview your notes, agenda, slides one more timewww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

21. PRESENT: DuringSpeak slowlySpeak loudlyEnunciatePause (silence is ok)Make eye contact SmileWalk around the room (if feasible)Talk to the audience (not your notes or the screen)“Perform”www.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011

22. Other Tips & Techniqueswww.opti-solutions.com© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011 What works for you?What makes a “good” presentation an “outstanding” presentation?

23. Want More Information?E-mail:nicole@opti-solutions.comVisit:www.opti-solutions.comConnect: www.facebook.com/OptimalSolutionswww.twitter.com/nicolemyoungwww.linkedin.com/in/nicolemyoung© Optimal Solutions Consulting, 2011 www.opti-solutions.com