Presentation Skills for Project Managers

Danielle DeLongeApril 27, 2011

•Coin in this realm is what you know•Sharing your knowledge increases your value•Become the source in your space

Background

Who needs to present?• (Hint: Not just those in sales!)• Knowledge-based economy

demands it• Speaking opportunities = ?

Context

Initial Reaction

SET MethodS = Short answerE = Evidence supporting your answerT = Transition

Preparation

Audience

• Introductions• Credibility• Responsibilities

• Technology• Toastmasters• Numbers• Vocabulary• Handouts

Tools

Tools

• Emotion• Storytelling• Humor• Movement• Space

Don’t Take It From Me….

Moving Forward….

•Identify speakers you like•Practice, practice, practice!

Tech Tips

Thank you!Danielle DeLonge

(734) 943.2856Danielle.delonge@davenport.edu