ELEV-CP 008: Public Speaking

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ELEV-CP 008: Public Speaking

Course Number: ELEV-CP 008

Duration: One day

Course Description:

Public Speaking addresses one of the most common and deeply rooted fears many people experience. Speaking in front of an audience can feel intimidating, yet developing confidence in this area can significantly enhance professional presence and career growth. This course helps learners become more confident and comfortable when speaking to groups, translating preparation into polished and effective delivery. Learners will explore how to design engaging presentations, organize ideas clearly, and deliver messages with confidence and impact.

By the end of this course, learners should be able to:

Identify their audience
Create a basic outline
Organize ideas logically
Flesh out a complete presentation
Select effective wording
Prepare all presentation details
Overcome nervousness
Deliver a polished and professional speech
Handle questions and comments effectively

Course Modules:

Module One: Identifying Your Audience

Performing a needs analysis
Creating an audience profile
Identifying key questions and concerns

Module Two: Creating a Basic Outline

Outlining the situation
Identifying the task that had to be performed
Listing the actions taken
Revealing the results

Module Three: Organizing the Program

Making organization easy
Organizational methods
Classifying and categorizing

Module Four: Fleshing It Out

Identifying appropriate sources
Establishing credibility
Understanding the importance of citations

Module Five: Putting It All Together

Writing the presentation
Adding a plan B
Reviewing, editing, and rewriting

Module Six: Being Prepared

Checking out the venue
Gathering materials
Using a 24-hour checklist

Module Seven: Overcoming Nervousness

Managing pressure situations
Preparing mentally
Using physical relaxation techniques
Appearing confident in front of the crowd

Module Eight: Delivering Your Speech (I)

Starting off on the right foot
Using visual aids
Checking voice volume

Module Nine: Delivering Your Speech (II)

Adjusting on the fly
Gauging whether breaks are required
Wrapping up and winding down

Module Ten: Questions and Answers

Establishing ground rules
Answering challenging questions
Dealing with complex questions

Join now to build confidence, clarity, and presence with Public Speaking, and strengthen your ability to deliver messages that resonate and inspire audiences with confidence.