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Agenda

Day One: Group Session

8:00 - 8:15AM................... Opening Remarks

8:15 - 9:15 AM ................... The Six Truths of Human Interaction

The opening session introduces participants to the process of developing a superior presentation. We will explore how messages are communicated through both verbal and physical means, and how to master both in private and public interactions. Regardless of the level of management or presentational ability, every participant will discover ways to improve their own presentational skills.

Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • More clearly understand the relationship between the presenter and the listener
  • Establish goals for the outcome of a presentation
  • Take the initial steps toward achieving those goals
  • 9:15 - 10:15 AM ................... The Three Step Formula of Inspiration

    The first step toward a satisfying result in a communication begins with the content of your message. This session introduces our simple Three-Step Formula that all successful communications follow, be they speeches, sales presentations, meetings, advertising, and every other form of communication, verbal or written.

    Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the use and value of the Formula for Inspiration
  • Know the pitfalls of many common misconceptions about content arrangement
  • Develop effective and persuasive content using the Formula
  • 10:15 - 10:30AM................... Break

    10:30 - 12:00PM ................... The Seven Elements of How To Say It - Part I

    As has often been said, “It isn’t what you say, it’s how you say it!” Ninety percent of human communication occurs through body language and vocalization. Insuring they are delivering the same message as your content is critical to being able to establish trust in your listener, as incongruities inevitably raise suspicions. Join us as we show you ways to spot a liar through his or her body language! Part One concentrates on your physicalization, Part Two on your Vocalization.

    Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Implement proper stance, eye contact, gestures and other body language in a way that will inspire trust in your listener
  • Use your voice as an instrument to paint strong images for your listener
  • Apply proper physicalization and verbalization regardless of the venue or number of listeners
  • 12:00 - 1:00PM................... Lunch

    1:00 - 3:15PM ................... The Seven Elements of How To Say It (continued)

    3:15 - 3:30 PM................... Break

    3:30 - 4:15PM ................... The Seven Essential Tools for your Presentational Toolbox

    Having the right tools always makes a job easier, providing you know how to use them properly. This session explores many of the tools at a presenter’s disposal, such as knowing when and how to use a script correctly, how to determine ways to establish your authority, the appropriate clothes to wear for the occasion, how to use a lectern and the proper use of a microphone, among others. You’ll never be able to watch another presentation the same again once you complete this session!

    Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Use a lectern and microphone in the most effective way possible
  • Understand the importance of the correct attire for the occasion
  • Lay out a script so simply and effectively you can read it almost cold and make it look like you’ve been practicing for days
  • Quickly gain the authority necessary to be a more effective presenter
  • 4:15 - 4:45PM ................... The Six Final Insights to Master

    The last few minutes before your presentation begins are the most critical, creating a lasting impression that can make or break you and your presentation. Regardless of how well-prepared you may be beforehand, knowing exactly what to do, moment to moment once you’re at the venue, is the only way to insure you can make a presentation with NO FEAR. Join us as we take the devil out of the details, and make them old friends to comfort you, including exactly what to do when Murphy’s Law prevails!

    Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Develop a specific plan to insure the moments before your presentation is as effective as possible
  • Control and direct your adrenaline into productive service rather than fear
  • Know what to do when things go wrong
  • 4:45 - 5:00PM ................... Q & A, and Homework Assignment

    Day Two

    8:00AM - 5:00PM .................. Demonstration and Workshop (same break schedule as Day One)

    Regardless of how much you hear about something, even when it makes perfect sense, there’s nothing like solidifying that knowledge by doing it yourself. This session offers the opportunity for participants to demonstrate their skills under the watchful and gentle analytical eye of the facilitators. No embarrassing “critique” here, the facilitators understand you can’t grow beautiful orchids by bashing them on the head. They have to be nurtured, which is just what they’ll do during these private sessions.

    TESTIMONIAL

    "Awesome—Professional and the knowledge & expertise in speaking was incredible! I liked the mix of Roy and Jeannette, they worked great together. They have great chemistry and really enjoy the personalities. One of the Best Seminars I have attended. I want to attend the advanced seminar next year."

    A.G.,
    CCH Corp.


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