Set up successful Meetings & Presentations!
Schedule: 8 UE (45 min.) incl. short break
Saturdays, 10:00-11:45 AM
In this compact course you will cover the different steps of organizing a meeting & leading discussions professionally, to effectively address individual issues and needs. Moreover, you will get input on the most important aspects of a fascinating presentation and put your new knowledge into practice. And you know what they say….practice makes perfect!
You will deal with & practice the following topics:
● Organizing your Meetings effectively
Brainstorm & plan all the different steps & preparations like Online or Offline, contents, agenda, Key speaker, no. of participants, location, technical equipment, catering, etc.
● Taking care of paperwork
Calculation of costs, preparation of all paperwork (invitations, handouts, Power point presentation, documents etc,)
● Chairing a Meeting:
What makes a good meeting & a good chairperson? How can you effectively establish the purpose of a meeting & stay on track?
● Leading effective discussions:
How to get the most out of discussions & brainstorming sessions. Dealing with interruptions & interrupting politely.
● Wrapping things up:
Asking for & giving clarification, delaying decisions when necessary, & ending the meeting on a high note.
● Phrases for each & every part of your presentation.
You have great content, but need some phrases to help put it together and give it that professional edge? No problem - during our sessions you will not only receive a treasure chest of helpful phrases, but also practice putting them to use with a trained language coach giving you helpful feedback.
● How to effectively describe visuals aids, diagrams, and graphs.
Most visual aids need some explanation, but with the right words, this can be a breeze! Using a variety of materials, you will become comfortable describing trends and other information clearly.
● The art of dealing with questions, & leaving a positive lasting impression.
You can plan a presentation, but you can’t plan the questions at the end! Learn techniques that will help you cope with questions like a pro. In addition, we will focus on ending your presentation on a strong note and on delivering a conclusion that will leave a lasting impression.