Presenting in English

Success factor: rhetoric

• Describe complex situations simply and clearly.
• Combine fact orientation with a personal touch.
• Build rapport with the audience.
• Develop a good speaking style.

Success factor: English language

• Relevant English phrases for presentations and for leading discussions.
• Overcoming insecurity – articulating clearly.
• Increasing impact through clarity of speech.
• Benefiting from insecurities.
• Using humour convincingly.

Success factor: body language

• Poised body language and open gestures.
• Develop a powerful and dynamic appearance.
• Learn the basic rules of clear body language and movement.
• Improve your charisma.
• Be open despite your nervousness.
• Stay friendly under pressure.

Success factor: structure

• Structuring a successful presentation.
• Delivering arguments and evidence clearly and convincingly.
• Tips for PowerPoint presentations.

Handling difficult situations

• Manage interruptions, questions and objections.
• Handle your stage-fright.
• Perfect communication without perfect grammar.

Managing intercultural situations

• Recognise signals of respect, openness and understanding.
• Reflect on your own behaviour without stereotyping do’s and don’ts.
• Manage misunderstandings.

Practical tips and exercises