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Presentation and Public Speaking Skills - Week 4, Key takeaway: Mastering…
Presentation and Public Speaking Skills - Week 4
Learning Objectives
Recognize the fundamental elements of effective public speaking and manage speaking anxiety.
Utilize visual aids and technology to create engaging presentations.
Leverage public speaking skills to improve career prospects and interview performance.
Handling Audience Questions
Techniques:
o Preparation: Review tricky areas and practice responses.
o Active Listening: Paraphrase questions and consider audience intent.
o Clear Responses: Be concise and honest; link answers to key messages.
Challenging Scenarios:
o Example: Stay composed, refocus discussions, and acknowledge differing viewpoints.
Engagement Tips:
o Encourage participation and highlight takeaways during Q&A sessions.
Career Development Insights
Value of Presentation Skills:
o Supports clarity in communicating complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
o Improves performance in interviews and collaborative scenarios.
o Example: Tailor content to mixed audiences using analogies or visuals.
Application in Recruitment:
o Demonstrate innovative thinking by addressing real-world challenges effectively.
o Use AI tools like Microsoft PowerPoint Rehearsal Coach for practice.
Global Employability Skills:
o Communication, adaptability, resilience, and collaboration.
Wrap-Up and Reflection
Reflect on your public speaking strengths and areas for improvement.
Develop an action plan to enhance skills:
o Example: Schedule practice sessions or seek peer feedback on presentations.
Effective Use of Visual Aids
Common Pitfalls:
o Example: Use concise data summaries instead of cluttered graphs.
o Avoid overloading slides and ignoring accessibility.
Tools and Resources:
o Example Application: Create engaging visuals to convey workflow processes in project planning.
o Canva, Piktochart, Google Slides, and Venngage.
Principles (from Presentation Zen):
o Use contrast to highlight key points.
o Minimize text.
o Keep it simple.
Importance of Visuals:
o Example: Use high-quality images and storytelling elements to simplify data analysis.
o Enhances clarity, engagement, and memory retention.
Key takeaway: Mastering public speaking increases employability and builds professional presence.