PDC 1001: Breaking the Barriers to Effective Public Speaking – NEW!

Kansas City Convention Center 

CM Credit Hours: 3.5 

Public speaking anxiety affects nearly 77% of individuals, a challenge that is particularly critical for H&S Professionals. Miscommunication in this field can have serious consequences. This session is designed to provide participants with hands-on tools to elevate presentation skills to communicate with confidence and clarity in any setting. Throughout the session, participants will engage in interactive exercises that focus on techniques like setting the right tone, capturing the audience's attention, and compelling storytelling. In small groups, attendees will deliver presentations designed to refine verbal and non-verbal communication strategies. Practical tips for structuring content, using body language, and maintaining audience engagement will be incorporated into each exercise, allowing participants to receive immediate feedback and fine-tune their approach. Whether delivering safety training or presenting to leadership, attendees will be equipped to captivate their audience, deliver persuasive messages, and foster positive outcomes in their professional communication efforts.

*Please note: Only participants registering for two (2) half-day PDCs on the same day will receive a box lunch. **Please note: power strips will not be provided at each attendee's seat; however, charging stations for laptops will be provided in each course room.

• Building Confidence
• Audience Engagement
• Effective Messaging
• Tailoring Presentations
• Exercise Goals
• Real-time Practice
• Content Structuring
• Audience Connection
 

Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Apply techniques to manage public speaking anxiety.
• Demonstrate strategies for engaging and maintaining audience attention.
• Create and deliver clear, compelling, and well-organized messages.
• Evaluate their presentation delivery.
• Leverage personal strengths and experiences.
• Analyze presentation tone, body language, and content based on feedback. 

Participants will gain practical skills in crafting impactful EHS messages, boosting audience engagement, and enhancing confidence in presentations.  

Introductory

None

Corporation/Company

All Industries

Communication and Training

Enhancing OEHS Communication Skills

Group activities

Hands-on demonstrations and practicum