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Overcoming the fear of making presentations training video

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  • Overview

    The aim of the presentation video

    To give staff at all levels the confidence and skills to prepare and deliver effective presentations.


    To help you deliver any presentation

    Originally quite comfortable with the thought of submitting a written report on an office relocation, a young executive is panic-stricken when she's told that she has to present it in person to the board.

    Her first run-through is a disaster, but with encouragement from a colleague she soon learns the secrets of making an effective presentation. He reassures her that she knows more about the project than anyone else. She has no reason to worry providing she approaches the task methodically.

    By following a few simple steps - Position, Options and Proposal - she is able to conquer her fears and make a successful presentation. She then discovers that no two audiences are the same and that she must adapt her presentation accordingly.

    Ideal for first-time presenters, and for experienced presenters wishing to review their technique, this engaging programme will enable you to deliver any presentation with confidence and professionalism.


    The key outcomes

    -Make a professional presentation even if you’re not a 'natural' presenter
    -Communicate complex proposals effectively
    -Tailor your presentations for different audiences


    Training resources include:

    Video (30 mins)
    Course leader's guide (PDF)
    Delegate worksheets
    Powerpoint slides
    Self-study workbook


    Information

    A Video Arts production featuring Dawn French, Robert Lindsay and Gary Waldhorn. Release date: 1996

  • Learning chapters

    1. The fears of presentations http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L01/The-fears-of-presentations?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L01.jpg
      Rachel is asked to present her relocation proposal to the board. She panics.... (read more)
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    2. An unprepared presentation http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L02/An-unprepared-presentation?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L02.jpg
      Rachel gives a mock presentation, completely unprepared . She waffles off the subject constantly.... (read more)
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    3. The need for preparation http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L03/The-need-for-preparation?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L03.jpg
      Rachel is shown the rules of how to prepare for giving a presentation.... (read more)
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    4. Informed of both presentations http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L04/Informed-of-both-presentations?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L04.jpg
      Rachel is informed that she will be giving presentations to both the board and her peers.... (read more)
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    5. POP: Positions, options, proposal http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L05/POP:-Positions,-options,-proposal?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L05.jpg
      Rachel learns how important POP is when giving a presentation.... (read more)
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    6. Using thought triggers and practicing http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L06/Using-thought-triggers-and-practicing?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L06.jpg
      Rachel's notes for her presentation are the size of war and peace. She is introduced to thought triggers and note cards.... (read more)
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    7. A good presentation http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L07/A-good-presentation?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L07.jpg
      Rachel gives the perfect presentation to the board.... (read more)
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    8. Not identifying the target group http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L08/Not-identifying-the-target-group?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L08.jpg
      Having given a perfect presentation to the board, Rachel feels confident in presenting to her peers, but she hasn't prepared for this group.... (read more)
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    9. Identifying the target group http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L09/Identifying-the-target-group?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L09.jpg
      Rachel gives the perfect presentation to her peers by preparing for their specific questions, interests and fears.... (read more)
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    10. Brief summary over dinner http://www.videoarts.com/product/PRES3 L10/Brief-summary-over-dinner?ver=EL http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/PRES3 L10.jpg
      A summary of the lessons on preparation.... (read more)
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  • e-learning course

    Each e-learning course uses Video Arts memorable video content and includes thought-provoking questions that ensure the user is learning and being challenged.

    Bite-size modules allow individuals to go at their own pace as they work their way through the demonstrations, tutorials and video clips.

    Each e-learning title includes:

    • Pre-test to establish current knowledge and determine which modules the learner needs to complete
    • Test results and summary notes at the end of each module
    • Glossary of commonly used terms and key video clips
    • Final knowledge check to test retention
    • Full tracking and reporting capabilities

    e-learning course contains:

    • Trailer
    • Pre-test
    • Introduction
    • Preparing the presentation
    • Preparing yourself
    • Delivering the presentation
    • Adapting the presentation
    • Summary

    We provide access to full tracking and reporting so you can keep up-to-date with the learner’s progress. All our courses are fully SCORM-compliant for use with learning management systems and virtual learning environments.

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Actors

Dawn French, Robert Lindsay, Gary Waldhorn


Keywords

presentations, thought triggers, proposals