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An introduction to effective presentations
New to Presentation training? Never presented before? Or had a really bad experience? On this introductory presentation course we look at the objectives of presentations and why so many fail. Through some simple frameworks we will start to explore structure, how to open and close, how to effectively answer questions and how to deliver powerful presentations with only 15 minutes preparation time.
Throughout the day you will be delivering up to 5 presentations in a variety of different scenarios, giving you the opportunity to explore and examine your own style in a safe and friendly environment.
We will cover:
- Planning the event, do's and dont's of presentation management
- What every presenter should always carry to minimise disaster
- Managing the environment, where to stand and where to direct your attention
- How people think, creating a logical path for people to follow
- PowerPoint and visual aid etiquette from the viewpoint of a designer
- Killer intros and closing techniques to get yourself remembered
- Answering questions with ease, put yourself firmly in control
Based on the 2004 MBA dissertation 'The ineffectiveness of business presentations', this introductory presentation skills course is taught to executives on MBA courses throughout the world, and has specifically been designed as a high impact, enjoyable experience to erradicate poor performances where success is critical. It is particularly suitable for suitable for job interviews, ad hoc business, sales presentations and networking events.
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Working with Oatmeal opened our eyes to the many pitfalls of poor presentations. In accessible language, they showed us what to do, and what not to do, and gave us a series of practical guidelines and tools to ensure we inform, educate and inspire our audiences.
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Since working with the Oatmeal team our staff have increased their productivity but more importantly their confidence and self worth has really improved. The business has benefited in financial terms with increased revenue coming into the club as a direct result of adopting the Oatmeal way of working.
As a company that has benefited from Oatmeal’s marketing consultancy I can say unreservedly that they are second to none with regard to their knowledge, flexibility, good advice and strong management.
Oatmeal opened our thoughts and got us to work in a new, better, more exciting way. The results for the business have been beyond our expectations. Our sales presentations are now twice as effective as before. We now regularly work with Oatmeal to ensure we don’t lose the edge.
The level of service has just been outstanding and John’s wealth of knowledge and experience has just shone through. The Oatmeal group not only come up with great ideas but work very closely with you to implement and evaluate them.
From the outset, the Oatmeal Group,has enlightened our views on what marketing really involves. I would not hesitate to recommend the Oatmeal Group and as a company, we are looking forward to a long and fruitful business relationship with them.
The Oatmeal Group came highly recommended to us. Their direct approach and commitment gave quick and tangible results.
John Davies of The Oatmeal Group has delivered a number of training workshops on 'Creating Presentations with Impact' for WIBF. These workshops tend to be hugely successful with an attendance of approximately 70, these events were very well presented and exceeded my expectations.
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