Public Speaking & Presentation Skills For Board Members Training Course: Delivering Impactful Presentations

Introduction

Public Speaking & Presentation Skills for Board Members training equips board members with the essential techniques to deliver impactful presentations, fostering clear communication and influencing strategic decisions. This course focuses on analyzing audience needs, implementing effective presentation structures, and understanding the impact of non-verbal communication on conveying key messages. Participants will learn to develop compelling narratives, utilize visual aids effectively, and understand the intricacies of using Q&A sessions to address stakeholder concerns and build consensus. By mastering public speaking and presentation skills, board members can enhance their ability to articulate strategic vision, influence board decisions, and contribute to a more transparent and engaging organizational dialogue.

The increasing demand for board members to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders necessitates a comprehensive understanding of presentation skills and public speaking best practices. This course delves into the nuances of storytelling, data visualization, and handling challenging questions, empowering participants to develop and deliver tailored presentations. By integrating communication expertise with strategic insight, this program enables board members to lead initiatives that maximize stakeholder understanding and drive long-term organizational success.

Target Audience:

• Board members
• C-suite executives
• Corporate secretaries
• Investor relations professionals
• Governance advisors
• Non-profit board members
• Senior management
• Consultants
• Individuals interested in board communication
• Public speakers

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of effective public speaking and presentation skills for board members.
• Implement techniques for analyzing audience needs and tailoring presentations accordingly.
• Understand the role of effective presentation structure and narrative development.
• Implement techniques for developing and delivering compelling presentations.
• Understand the principles of utilizing visual aids and data visualization effectively.
• Implement techniques for managing Q&A sessions and addressing stakeholder concerns.
• Understand the role of non-verbal communication and vocal delivery in conveying key messages.
• Implement techniques for handling challenging questions and building consensus.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to board communication.
• Develop strategies for measuring and analyzing the impact of presentation skills on board effectiveness.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Effective Board Presentations

• Principles and importance of effective public speaking and presentation skills for board members.
• Understanding the role of board communication in organizational governance.
• Benefits of delivering impactful presentations.
• Historical context and evolution of board communication.

Module 2: Audience Analysis and Tailoring

• Techniques for analyzing audience needs and tailoring presentations accordingly.
• Implementing audience profiling and stakeholder mapping.
• Utilizing audience feedback and surveys.
• Managing audience analysis.

Module 3: Presentation Structure and Narrative Development

• Role of effective presentation structure and narrative development.
• Understanding storytelling techniques and narrative arcs.
• Implementing presentation outlines and frameworks.
• Managing presentation structure.

Module 4: Compelling Presentation Delivery

• Techniques for developing and delivering compelling presentations.
• Implementing presentation design and delivery techniques.
• Utilizing presentation rehearsal and practice.
• Managing presentation delivery.

Module 5: Visual Aids and Data Visualization

• Principles of utilizing visual aids and data visualization effectively.
• Understanding chart and graph design principles.
• Implementing visual storytelling and data interpretation.
• Managing visual aids.

Module 6: Q&A Management and Stakeholder Engagement

• Techniques for managing Q&A sessions and addressing stakeholder concerns.
• Implementing question anticipation and response strategies.
• Utilizing facilitation and consensus-building techniques.
• Managing Q&A sessions.

Module 7: Non-Verbal Communication and Vocal Delivery

• Role of non-verbal communication and vocal delivery in conveying key messages.
• Understanding body language and eye contact.
• Implementing vocal modulation and pacing.
• Managing non-verbal communication.

Module 8: Challenging Questions, Ethics, and Measurement

• Techniques for handling challenging questions and building consensus.
• Implementing ethical considerations in board communication.
• Utilizing performance metrics and reporting.
• Managing presentation measurement.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.