Course description
This Public Speaking Course is an easy and approachable learning course. Great for those who want to know how to create confidence, inspire and hold an audience with speech. Managers, Leaders and those in speaking roles are recommended to attend.
Duration: One Day: 9am - 4:30pm
Do you get nervous when presenting at company meetings? Do you find it hard to
make conversation at gatherings and social events? Do you lock up in awkward social
situations? If so, this one day course is just for you! It’s aimed at anybody who wants to
improve their speaking skills in informal situations. We’ll give participants the
confidence and the skills to interact with others, to speak in informal situations, and to
present in front of small groups.
Introduction and Course Overview
We will spend the first part of the day getting to know participants and discussing what
will take place during the course. Students will also have an opportunity to identify their
personal learning objectives.
Good Communication Skills
To begin, participants will share communication opportunities that they feel they have
missed in the past few weeks. Then, participants will explore barriers to communication
and possible solutions.
Interpersonal Skills
This session will look at two key interpersonal skills: asking questions and listening.
Self-Disclosure
During this session, participants will learn about self-disclosure using the Johari
Windows concept.
The Art of Conversation
Next, participants will learn about and practice the four levels of conversation.
Practicing Dialogue
This session will wrap up everything participants have learned so far into one
exercise.
Re-Designing Yourself for Strength
During this session, participants will learn about the seven components of a good
speaker.
Professionalism
This session will focus on presenting a professional image.
Maximizing Meetings
Next, participants will discuss fifteen ways to make the most of meetings.
Sticky Situations
This session will give participants an opportunity to identify situations that they have
difficulty with, and to brainstorm some solutions.
Controlling Nervousness
During this session, participants will learn some ways to control physical and mental
nervousness.
Tell Me a Story
To wrap up the day, participants will make a small, impromptu presentation.
Course Wrap-Up
At the end of the day, students will have an opportunity to ask questions and fill out an
action plan.
About the courses
The workshops are a fun & entertaining learning experience. We highlight skills throughout the course and provide practical information on solving current issues and situations. By applying the information personally to each of the participants we help provide real solutions for each individual.
The way we deliver
We discuss with participants what they would like to obtain from each course. This way the facilitator knows exactly what information will be useful to each individual. It also means each course is custom made to suit the individuals at the course and our participants can learn more at a quicker pace without covering material that may not be required. By learning from each other within the course the participants can take real skills back to the workplace.
This helps everyone make the most of the training. Here are some additional details on why many people choose a Paramount course.
Why Paramount courses are better courses
-Motivational and professional trainers
-Lunch and refreshments provided
-We combine entertainment with training
-Every course is custom designed to suit the participants
-We provide professional and useful manuals to keep as a reference
What can you expect?
-A fun and entertaining session
-Useful skills you can use straight away
-A friendly trainer with personal attention
-A certificate for each participant that attends
-Experienced help and assistance in the specialised training areas
