Creating Presentations Audiences Value : A Competency-Based Approach that Integrates Oral Communication, Influencing and Negotiating, with Planning and ... for Structured Learning Book 3054)

by Wesley Donahue

Winner 2022 Global Book BRONZE / Marketing and Sales

The best idea is meaningless if you cannot share it with others and have them understand and even act on what you say. For example, if Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had not communicated his thoughts with others, civil rights legislation may have taken longer to become law. Dr King, of course, was an exceptional speaker, able to inspire people with his words. Not all of us have that ability, but we can all learn how to create and deliver business presentations that inform and motivate our listeners.

One study by Carmine Gallo in Forbes (2014) stated that to reach a person’s head you must first touch their heart, and the easiest way to do that is through stories. In his research on the best TEDTalks, Gallo reported that stories make up anywhere from 65 to 72 percent of the presentation content. The stories that work best are personal ones, though stories about other people or brands (case studies) work well too. He further stated that most business presentations tend to be heavy on facts, figures, and statistics, and light on stories.

Leaders are routinely called on to give presentations to inform employees, senior leadership, and customers or clients. Even though the audience and purpose may differ, all presenters want to share their ideas and influence others.

After completing this workbook, you will be able and prepare a presentation.Follow guidelines to enhance the delivery of your presentation.Develop presentation props and audio-visual materials.Assess your audience and handle questions and answers.Evaluate your presentation skills and continue to improve. 10 Key Concepts to MasterCreate an Environment to Solicit Ideas and Suggestions Identify Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) Evaluate Opportunities for Improving Safety & Work Processes Appraise and Prioritize Opportunities and Initiatives Define the Scope of Project Initiatives Plan Project Activities and Timelines Estimate Benefits, Costs, and Budget Initiatives Present Project Initiatives for Consideration Supervise Assigned Workplace Project Initiatives Implement Improvement Strategies in the Workplace Structured Learning

All our workbooks align with our research-based Competency Model. The model, which is rooted in work by the U.S. Department of Labor and others, gives you a framework for structured learning by helping you identify and develop specific competencies.

Competencies are sets of skills, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors that are observable and measurable. Our model has 35 competency dimensions associated with successful performance in leadership and professional roles. Competencies are clustered into five domains that may overlap.

This Creating Presentations Audiences Value workbook focuses on the competency areas of Oral Communication, Influencing and Negotiating, and Planning and Evaluation. The content is primarily associated with the Supervisory/Management competency cluster or domain. For more information or www.centrestar.

Kindle Edition

Published August 27, 2022

Reviews

[Mayra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Creating Presentations Audiences Value by Wesley Donahue is the 28th book in the Competency-Based Workbooks for Structured Learning series. In this opportunity, the author focuses on business presentations, with the final aim of informing and motivating listeners. There are many points to highlight about this book. In my opinion, there is not a single word that should be left aside. This is a useful book not only to develop oral ability, but it is also a clear and helpful guide to organize and prepare presentations. The main aim here is to engaged the audience and make them remember your dissertation for its positive impact.
In my opinion, this book is a must for anyone who has a leading voice at any stage in life. From leaders and managers of any business, to teachers and public speakers; everyone will find this book of great help.
I will not only recommend this book, but also I will have it at hand for me personal use.

[Chico's Mom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Create presentations that demand audience attention.
Not everyone can command attention during a presentation, with that some people require a good presentation that will attract and keep your audience awake. A good presentation doesn't just inform and teach the listeners but also involve them. “Creating Presentations Audiences Value” is a workbook that teaches you step by step how to create a very inclusive and efficient presentation. This book is very organized and systematic. It doesn't just tell you how to create the presentation but how to deliver it as well. It is very helpful and timely, especially since the world has been sleeping for a long time and presentations are going back to business, teachers are back to school, and employees are back to delivering presentations. This book is just what we need as a refresher or even a guide on how to be more efficient, get attention, and just overall be a good presenter.

[Celeste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Creating Presentations Audiences Value is an useful and practical workbook that will help readers add substance and value to their presentations, making their voice heard. When we work for a company or run a business, generating ideas and projects is an important part of the job. However, if we are not able to present those ideas in a way that is appealing to the listener and that doesn’t influence them to put the projects into practice, all our work loses value and purpose.
Wesley Donahue has again created a book that is an essential read for anyone who is willing to change and improve in their work. BY following the advice in this book, readers will be able to prepare good presentations and communicate their ideas better. They will also improve their ability to negotiate and influence listeners. I strongly recommend it.

[Nela · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Creating Presentations Audiences Value” is the 28th book in the Competency-Based Workbooks for Structured Learning series by Wesley Donahue. In this case, this expertise author delves with oral communication, focusing in business presentations, with the final aim of informing and motivating listeners.

This is a useful book to develop that oral ability but also a clear and helpful guide to organize, prepare and carry out presentations. In addition, it is valuable that all the information in this approach is based in a research-based and positive model; same as all the books in the saga.

This is a recommended read for leaders and managers from any business as they can take advantage from and immediately put into practice.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Getting your audience's attention

I love this series and this workbook continues a great setup. The premise here is how to create and present great presentations that your audiences will love, feel engaged in and remember. By making the first impressions, making an impact with your voice and even knowing how to effectively awnser any questions. Communication is a big deal and I think this particular book can appeal to a wider group of people than just business leaders. I this college students can utilize this book to help then make better presentations and gain more insights into their studies. This book was great!

[S Tyty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author Donahue is one of my favorite authors, I have read plenty of books written by him and he really
honors the field of business, audiences, presentations and everything related to how to succeed and thrive in business.
Last month, I had to give a presentation and I did not want to disappoint or feel embarrassed. Creating Presentations Audiences Value helps us craft the content to such an extent that the information is passed on as clearly as daylight.
As this author is used to, he exposes us to tips for success and activities for readers to do. I love all of his books and this one is not an exception.