Publisher's Synopsis
Faced with making a business presentation most people find their hearts pound, their palms sweat and their minds threaten to go blank just at that crucial moment ... - - Essential Presentation Skills is designed to help you overcome your stage fright and deliver a confident and capable presentation, whether you are presenting information, seeking support or pitching for business. - - With all of your time and effort involved in preparing your presentation, help and advice on technique have got to be short, practical and to the point. The ideas and techniques in Essential Presentation Skills are covered in short, punchy sections which provide guidelines on every aspect of planning, preparing and delivering your presentation. These will help you decide what to include and exclude; how to structure your material; how to present it; as well as helping you prepare effective visual aids; inject style and humour; and handle any tricky questions from your audience. - - The Smart Management Guides Series offers practical guidance, with helpful tips and checklists, in a range of essential business skills. With each title providing an instant grounding in a key area, theyÆre ideal for todayÆs busy manager. Other titles in the series include: Empowering the Self-Directed Team, Managing Through Change, Unlocking Peak Performance, Managing Your Boss, and Essentials of TQM.
