In today’s fast-paced and high-stakes business world, the ability to speak clearly, confidently, and persuasively in public is no longer optional—it’s essential. Public speaking consistently ranks as one of the most feared activities, yet it remains a critical differentiator in leadership, influence, and career progression.
This focused, hands-on course demystifies the public speaking process, transforming a common fear into a powerful professional asset. Participants will learn to design, structure, and deliver impactful presentations with confidence and clarity, using a practical, step-by-step approach rooted in audience engagement and communication science.
At Progress Training, we tailor every session to your industry context and communication challenges. Our experienced facilitators draw on real-world presentation expertise to help you develop compelling delivery skills that immediately translate to your workplace.
Key Learning Features
• Master the core elements of effective public speaking
• Learn to design clear, engaging, audience-centred presentations
• Overcome nervousness using proven techniques
• Develop strong stage presence and delivery skills
• Learn to use visuals and handouts with maximum impact
• Gain practical experience delivering and refining your message
• Understand how to manage audience questions and dynamics
• Receive constructive feedback in a safe, supportive environment
This course is ideal for:
• Professionals seeking to improve communication confidence
• Leaders and managers who present regularly to teams or stakeholders
• Experts who need to share complex ideas clearly and persuasively
• Anyone looking to increase their impact and visibility within an organisation
By the end of this course, you’ll:
• Be able to plan and deliver high-impact presentations
• Know how to connect with your audience and hold their attention
• Have tools to reduce nerves and boost delivery confidence
• Understand how to structure your message for maximum clarity
• Be equipped to handle Q&A sessions with authority • Receive detailed feedback to support long-term improvement
• Have practiced your skills in a live, supportive setting
Course Content Overview
1. Foundations of Great Speaking
• What makes a great public speaker?
• Evaluating your current speaking style and areas for growth
• The psychology of audience engagement
• Understanding your audience’s needs and expectations
2. Structuring a High-Impact Presentation
• Researching your topic and defining your message
• Building a clear, logical structure
• Designing slides that enhance—not distract from—your message
• Using handouts effectively
• Adapting your presentation to different venues or platforms
3. Confident and Compelling Delivery
• Overcoming nerves and managing performance anxiety
• Practicing proven relaxation and mindset techniques
• Building rapport with your audience
• Using voice, body language, and pacing effectively
• Capturing and sustaining attention
• Concluding with clarity and impact
• Managing audience questions with confidence
Hands-On Practice
• Real-world presentation scenarios
• Peer and facilitator feedback
• Delivery workshops with structured reflection
• On-the-spot adjustments and live coaching
• Personal action plan for continued development
Our Delivery Promise
We maintain small group sizes to ensure every participant receives personal feedback and dedicated coaching. Our focus is on practical, real-world outcomes—helping you build a skillset you’ll use immediately and continually refine over time.
Prerequisites
• No prior public speaking experience is required
• A willingness to participate actively and try new approaches
• Optional: bring a real-world presentation to refine during the course
Duration: 2 days face-to-face
Delivered in: London, Leeds, Edinburgh, Barcelona or on-site
CPD Accreditation:
All delegates receive a verified CPD certificate and LinkedIn shareable badge to recognise their achievement and demonstrate professional development.