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Are you stressed at the thought of speaking in front of groups? Would you like to improve your presentation style and learn tricks to develop a more dynamic presence? This workshop will give you the tools you need to sharpen your public speaking, presentation, and facilitation skills. Attendees will learn more about how to:
navigate current presentation technology trends
connect with your audience & increase engagement
design a poster, both professionally and creatively
craft an elevator speech that resonates and motivates
define a presentation topic & create learning outcomes
improve your body language and confidence & reduce presentation anxiety
roll with unexpected issues & recover quickly when things go wrong
create a mindful presentation that’s tailored to your message
effectively facilitate group conversations for maximum productivity
