Publisher's Synopsis
Powerful Presentations emphasizes the importance of developing effective presentation skills for use in the workplace. The ability to prepare and deliver a variety of presentations with credibility and confidence is a critical workplace skill. Includes how to understand the roles of presenters and listeners, prepare and organize content for a presentation, analyze an audience, use persuasion strategies, and understand strategies for overcoming communication apprehension. Multimedia components enhance the impact of the workshops so users can complete a variety of exercises on the computer, watch video footage of people effectively communicating on the job, and use the Internet to conduct further research. Learner guide (required) contains 10 workshops highlighting key workplace communication topics, special features, appropriate literature selections, Internet connections and project-based exercises.