Mastering Public Presentations

In many situations, we are called upon to address our business associates, fellow citizens, friends, colleagues or even strangers in seminars or workshops, business or civic affairs, and public or private events. The goal is to inform, educate, and occasionally persuade. While this is often a crucial personal or professional opportunity, it is usually an intimidating and sometimes terrifying undertaking.

 
In this course you will learn from an internationally-recognized public speaker how to overcome this common challenge. Feel more comfortable with your audience, deliver your message with more confidence, and strengthen your own sense of effectiveness and self-assurance in the public arena. This skill carries through the workplace, community and family.

 
The first half of the class (3/30/16) teaches how to prepare a presentation for a specific audience. During the next week the instructor is available to advise and help each student prepare a brief presentation. The second meeting of the group (4/13/16) includes brief presentations and techniques to improve them.