Making Business Presentations with Confidence

Overview

Many people dread making business presentations. From speaking before a crowd of unfamiliar faces to updating colleagues at a team meeting, it all feels very intimidating. However, as your career progresses, presenting your thoughts and proposals becomes an essential part of professional life.

If the idea of public speaking makes your palms sweaty, or you simply want to sharpen your presentation skills, we can help you find your voice.

Making Business Presentations with Confidence offers a friendly, supportive space where you can build confidence, refine your delivery, and learn practical strategies to manage the natural nerves that come with presentation anxiety. Gain the self-assurance you need to make your next presentation one you will be proud of.

This self-paced online course includes optional support, so you can reach out to your instructor whenever you need help.

Topics we’ll cover

Overcoming public speaking fears by turning nerves into excitement
Tailoring your presentation: Structure and content
Finding an engaging start
Working with visual aids and handouts
Managing your notes
Refining your delivery style and personal presentation
Avoiding filler words
Rehearsing your presentation
Creating an elevator pitch
Making a short presentation to introduce a project, service or event
Handling Q & A

You can review the full curriculum below for more details.

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Learning Insight is pleased to offer this course on making business presentations, developed by our lead instructor, Liz Paine. Guided by her 30+ years of experience, we provide practical and supportive training to help you build confidence, master communication, and achieve your goals.