Professional Presentations
Get acquainted with the components of effective presentations, deliver a presentation as practice, benefit from classmate and instructor response to your presentation, and evaluate classmates’ presentations to understand best presentation practices
Professional Presentations
Get acquainted with the components of effective presentations, deliver a presentation as practice, benefit from classmate and instructor response to your presentation, and evaluate classmates’ presentations to understand best presentation practices
6 Hrs
2 sessions, 3 hours each
Starting from
AED 500
Select Online or In-Person
sessions
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PREPARE AND DELIVER PRESENTATIONS THAT WILL IMPRESS COLLEAGUES AND CLIENTS
This two-session workshop will make you comfortable identifying and employing best presentation practices.
PRACTICE A PRESENTATION
Learn the components of effective presentations and practice them by delivering an actual presentation. The topic will be your choice, and the presentation will be followed by helpful feedback from the instructor and classmates
IN-PERSON AND ONLINE PRESENTATION GUIDANCE
These days, your presentation may take place on a video-conferencing platform. Learn the best methods for handling both in-person and online presentations
HELPFUL TAKE-HOME GUIDELINES
These materials will make writing effective and professional emails much easier when composing emails on your own.
PERSONALIZED SESSIONS
A maximum of 4 participants in a workshop ensures that students benefit from individual attention addressing their unique needs and questions
WORKSHOP OUTLINE
SESSION 1
ELEMENTS OF A POWERFUL PRESENTATION
Plan and outline presentation content
Relate your information to audience experience
Add language that guides, connects, and transitions the presentation content
Use non-verbal communication strategies to facilitate delivery
Employ visuals to support audience understanding
SESSION 2
PRACTICE FOR PERFECT DELIVERY
Deliver a practice presentation and receive feedback
Critique peers’ practice presentations
Revise presentations based on peer and trainer feedback
WHO IS IT FOR?
ANYONE WISHING TO IMPROVE PRESENTATION SKILLS
Come prepared with a specific professional topic to address. At the end of the workshop, you will have both prepared and practiced the presentation.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
I love how Lynne does the training; she is connecting to the audience and makes them feel comfortable to present their ideas.
TEAM MEMBER
BOARDGAME SPACE, DUBAI
I feel this workshop is very effective already. A refresher or follow-up training would be great.
TEAM MEMBER
BOARDGAME SPACE, DUBAI
I loved the discussions, interactions, and materials used as well as the twist on the examples
TEAM MEMBER
BOARDGAME SPACE, DUBAI
Very enjoyable, great tutor, pleasant lesson
TEAM MEMBER
BOARDGAME SPACE, DUBAI
instructor
Lynne Ronesi
A writing professor for 25 years at American universities in the United States, Morocco, and most recently, the UAE, Lynne spent the last 15 years at the American University of Sharjah. Lynne has a host of publications on writing instruction and years of experience teaching academic writing, research skills, professional writing and communication, as well as training undergraduate writing tutors.
In her capacity as writing consultant and instructor at DEFT & LEED, Lynne focuses on professional and goal-based writing training and support.
SCHEDULE
More workshops are being scheduled, so please check back in few days. Or get in touch with us to stay updated on the schedule
ONE-TO-ONE CONSULTATION
PLEASE NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS A ONE-TO-ONE CONSULTATION.
IF THAT INTERESTS YOU, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH THROUGH WHATSAPP, OR CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE.
frequently asked questions
Who is this workshop meant for?
This workshop is meant for professionals who wish to improve their presentation skills.
As the workshop will be collaborative, you may find it enjoyable to sign up with a few friends or colleagues and make a group effort to improve your presentation skills.
Where will the workshop be held?
When registering, you have the option of choosing online or in-person instruction.
We highly recommend you choose the in-person option. Why?
- Students enrolled in workshops that require specialized hardware or software will have those provided.
- Our four-person maximum per session permits social distancing.
- Interacting with classmates prompts creativity.
- In-person engagement with the instructor facilitates understanding.
If you choose the in-person option when registering,the workshop will be held at the Blue Bay Tower in Business Bay, Dubai: Office 07, Floor 15, Blue Bay Business Center
- Blue Bay Tower is a 5-minute drive or 20-minute walk from the Business Bay Metro Station. Paid parking is available in the building parking lot (visitor’s section). A public parking lot is situated next to the building as well.
Please note: if you choose the online option, you will need to insure:
- Your computer or laptop has the necessary specifications and software installed (check the FAQs for each workshop)
- Your internet connection is stable.
If you choose the online option, you will be emailed instructions for accessing the online instructional platform.
Should COVID 19 restrictions grow stricter in the future, we are prepared to use online-only platforms for training and will notify registrants for in-person workshops through email prior to the commencement of any such training.
Will I need to bring my own computer?
Students attending in-person workshops should bring their own laptops with Microsoft Office installed. Also, if you like to brainstorm using paper and pen / pencil, bring those along.
However, if you are unable to bring a laptop, please let us know in advance. Use our “Contact Us” form and choose “Training Inquiry” in the dropdown subject menu and provide your request for use of a computer along with your name and the session you have registered for. We will arrange a computer for your in-class work. You can then email your drafts and notes to yourself.
When and how do I pay?
Fees must be paid in full during the registration process.
Students can pay the fee via online credit card payment or bank transfer.
If you choose to pay through bank transfer, you will be sent an email containing an invoice with bank account details. Instructions will be provided in the email.
How can I best prepare for the workshop?
This workshop will be most effective if you come prepared with a specific professional topic to address in a 10-minute presentation. Having a topic in mind will help focus your workshop activities during Session One.
Will there be homework?
Yes. Using the skills covered in Session One, you will need to work on a presentation to deliver in Session Two.
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