Our clients speak...
“I
completed a speech class in college and considered myself a pretty
‘experienced’ speaker, however, taking your class revealed how much more I
could learn. Your video techniques were especially helpful in addressing the
bad habits I’ve picked up over the years.”
Rich S
“Your recent
class on public speaking was one of the most valuable, useful, and
beneficial I’ve taken recently. Personally, I now feel more confident and
comfortable speaking to any group, large or small. Your advice and direction
concerning voice inflection, hand gestures, and speech delivery has proven
invaluable.”
Karl F
“I
especially liked the positive feedback from you after each presentation as
we reviewed our videotaped performance. Seeing myself on videotape helped
build my confidence. Knowing that I did not look as nervous as I felt was a
powerful tool for me.”
Pam B
“The way you
structured the feedback was very positive and constructive. When you have
the videotape to view, it is very easy to see what you are doing wrong and
what you are doing right.”
Jane
S
“As a result
of the training I am better prepared to make speeches and presentations with
confidence and power. Your teaching style is excellent, and information was
presented in a clear, understandable fashion. The video sessions were also
extremely helpful in highlighting both strengths and weaknesses in
presentation style.”
James P
“The
training is individually focused and tailored to meet the varying needs of
the individual. The results have been outstanding. And Quentin Steele is a
pleasant, positive individual who inspires the best from participants.”
Mike
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Professional Presentations
Executive Presentation Skills
Public Seminar Schedule
Seminar Description
Professional Presentations is a two-day public seminar to enhance
participants’ public speaking skills through instruction, modeling, and
practice. Quentin Steele, the seminar leader, will coach participants to
increase their confidence and credibility in any kind of business presentation.
We cap our seminars at eight participants, so that each person will receive lots
of hands-on experience and individual coaching. Each participant will receive a workbook, a graduation certificate, and a video
of all of their presentations.
Our public seminars will resume in the late summer or fall.
If you
are interested in attending, please email us. We will schedule the next seminar
to meet the needs of all interested clients.
Segment One: Success Factors for Professional Presentations
- Get to know each other and learn the core skills of a great speaker
- Self-introductions (not videotaped)
- Learn the secrets of speaking with credibility and confidence
- “You’re the Expert” (videotaped)
- Organize your speeches using a simple, intuitive method
- “Team Presentation One” (videotaped)
- 28 Steps to Fearless Speaking
- Assign “The Power of Persuasion”
Segment Two: The Power of Persuasion
- Learn the principles of effective question and answer sessions
- “The Power of Persuasion” (videotaped)
- Discuss effective vocal variety, pitch, volume, and speed
- “Team Presentation Two” (videotaped)
- “A Hero in My Life” (videotaped)
Segment Three: Show and Tell
- Learn the principles of effective presentation graphics
- Learn how to effectively utilize projectors, flipcharts, and object
lesson visuals
- Discuss effective transitions
- “Taking Care of Business” (videotaped)
Segment Four: The Art of Storytelling
- Storytelling: The Classic Plot Structure
- “Long, Long Ago” (videotaped)
- “Team Presentation Three” (videotaped)
- Receive Certificates of Completion
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