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Presenting effectively is a critical leadership and sales skill that separates average contributors from industry authorities. This comprehensive 2-day course bridges the gap between strategic storytelling and technical mastery. We provide a structured, practical environment where you will learn to build high-impact content in Microsoft PowerPoint and deliver it with the presence of a professional facilitator. From managing stage fright to designing executive-level slides, this course equips you to influence any audience with confidence.

By the end of this practical 2-day workshop, participants will be able to:

Design with Purpose: Apply professional design principles to create visually engaging Microsoft PowerPoint decks.
Strategise Content: Structure presentations that align with audience values and drive specific outcomes.
Command the Room: Master verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to project authority and rapport.
Control the Environment: Manage performance anxiety and use improvisation skills to handle unexpected challenges.
Deliver with Impact: Present live to a professional facilitator and receive personalised, actionable feedback.

Delivery Methods

Delivery Method	Duration
Classroom Instructor-led classroom-based training. Classes are scheduled at various conference centres in the Sandton area or your premises. Stationary and printed manuals or online resources are included. Refreshments, including 2 tea breaks and a cooked meal for lunch are provided. Training is between 9 am to 4 pm. Classroom	2 Day	Get a Quote
Live Virtual Training This course is delivered live via Microsoft Teams. You will be able to see and hear the instructor, view their whiteboard, and ask questions or communicate in the chat. Attend from the comfort of your own home or private office. Live Virtual Training	2 Day	Get a Quote

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Save up to 10% by booking and paying 10 business days before the course.

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Audience

This course is designed for professionals, managers, and trainers who need to deliver persuasive information, lead high-stakes meetings, or pitch to clients. It is ideal for anyone looking to modernise their slide design skills while significantly improving their public speaking ability.

Pre-Requisites

Basic Computer Literacy: Delegates should be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse within a Windows environment.
Foundational PowerPoint Knowledge: While we cover advanced design, a basic familiarity with opening and saving PowerPoint files is recommended.
(Optional): If delegates have an upcoming presentation, they are encouraged to bring their current draft to use during the practical lab.

Course Outline / Curriculum

Day 1: Strategy, Structure, and Visual Foundations

Focus: Moving from a blank page to a structured, professional deck.

Module 1: The Foundation (Soft Skills)

Starting with “Why”: Aligning your message with audience values.
Audience Analysis: Defining who they are before opening PowerPoint.
The 6 Elements of Success: What makes a presentation stick?

Module 2: Structural Design (Technical & Soft Skills)

The Master Plan: Using simple structures to make content memorable.
PPT Tech: Slide Masters & Layouts. Instead of "fixing" slides one by one, learn to set up the "DNA" of the deck correctly from the start to ensure brand consistency.
Setting the Environment: Customising the PowerPoint interface for a faster workflow.

Module 3: Visual Communication (Technical & Soft Skills)

Slide Design Principles: Learning "Beautiful and Helpful" design (less text, more impact).
PPT Tech: SmartArt & Graphical Elements. Converting boring bullet points into professional visuals and shapes.
Data Visualisation: Inserting and formatting Tables and Charts to support your narrative.

Day 2: Engagement, Motion, and High-Impact Delivery

Focus: Adding professional polish and mastering the physical delivery.

Module 4: Dynamic Content (Technical)

Media Integration: Adding Audio and Video correctly to maintain engagement.
PPT Tech: Animations & Transitions. Using motion to guide the audience’s eye, not distract them (Intermediate techniques).
Interactive Elements: Adding Hyperlinks and Action Buttons for non-linear presentations.

Module 5: The Presenter’s Toolkit (Soft Skills)

State Management: Understanding nervousness and using positive self-talk.
Body Language & Vocals: Mastering non-verbal cues and vocal emphasis to avoid monotony.
Improvisation: Expecting the unexpected and handling "blind" spots in a presentation.

Module 6: Delivery Tech & Practical Prep (Technical)

Setting up the Show: Custom Slide Shows and Presenter View.
Live Annotation: Learning to "draw" on slides during a pitch to highlight key data.
Final Polish: Reviewing, securing, and distributing the final presentation.

Module 7: The Showcase (Practical Application)

Practical Activities: Delegates deliver their created presentations to the group.
Professional Feedback: Real-time coaching from the facilitator on both their PowerPoint technicality and their physical delivery.

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