Presentation Skills Training
Our presentation skills training will have an immediate impact on your skills and confidence. That’s because we use a blend of training and coaching, so that you develop during the session. This training is delivered virtually or in-person. Working on your presentation skills in the training, you get feedback and ideas on how to improve it from the experienced training consultant.
What is Presentation Skills Training and how does it help at work?
Presentation skills training helps people communicate ideas clearly, confidently, and persuasively. It improves structure, delivery, audience engagement, and message impact. This course teaches practical techniques for planning presentations, managing nerves, using visuals effectively, and delivering with clarity and confidence.
Definition
Presentation skills are the ability to plan, structure, and deliver information in a clear, engaging, and memorable way, whether in meetings, pitches, workshops, or conferences.
Why presentation skills matter
70% of workplace communication involves presenting information
Clear presenters are rated highly in decision‑making meetings
Strong presentation skills reduce misunderstandings and increase stakeholder buy‑in
Good presenters progress faster into leadership roles
How this training works
- Assess current presentation style – Identify strengths, habits, and improvement areas.
- Learn a proven structure – Use the ITD Presentation Framework to organise ideas clearly.
- Develop confident delivery techniques – Voice, pace, posture, eye contact, and presence.
- Practise with real scenarios – Short presentations, feedback loops, and practical coaching.
- Apply techniques to your workplace – Tailor your presentation style to meetings, pitches, and reports.
Techniques you learn
The ITD Presentation Framework
The 3‑Step Story Structure
Audience‑focussed planning
Slide clarity and visual hierarchy
Voice control and pacing
Managing nerves and anxiety
Handling any questions confidently
Using data and examples effectively
- Presenting complex ideas
- Engaging with your audience both in-person and virtually
Comparison table: Presentation styles
| Style | Description | Typical Behaviours |
|---|---|---|
| Informative | Shares information clearly | Uses facts, data, updates |
| Persuasive | Influences decisions | Uses benefits, evidence, stories |
| Inspirational | Motivates action | Uses emotion, vision, narrative |
| Technical | Explains complex ideas | Uses diagrams, models, examples |
Who this training is for
Managers presenting updates or proposals
Team members delivering project summaries
Leaders speaking at events or town halls
Sales teams pitching to clients
Anyone who wants to feel more confident presenting
Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants typically report:
Improvement in confidence
Clearer, more structured presentations
Better audience engagement
Reduced nerves and anxiety
Stronger impact in meetings
Course Format
1/2 day to 1‑day workshop
1 to 3 hour virtual session
1:1 coaching
Team programmes
Customised sessions for leadership groups
FAQs
What does presentation skills training include?
Planning, structuring, delivery techniques, visuals, confidence building, and practice.
How long is the training?
Most organisations choose a 1‑day workshop or a half‑day virtual session.
Is this suitable for nervous presenters?
Yes — we include practical confidence techniques and supportive coaching.
Do participants present during the course?
Yes, short practice sessions with constructive feedback.
Can this be customised?
Absolutely — we tailor examples, scenarios, and practice sessions to your organisation.
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Participant Feedback and Client Reviews
Excellent responsive virtual training for trainers
Martin was very responsive to our asks and needs creating a bespoke package that suited the needs of the delegates perfectly taking into account their experience to ensure it was pitched at the right level. Martin was also adaptive between sessions to incorporate new asks that delegates identified. Thanks again it was really useful learning with we have been able to put into practice immediately.
Corporate Coaching
I have now had the opportunity to work with Martin Chapman through two separate training and coaching programmes, and both experiences have been incredibly valuable.
The first gave us a group open forum to discuss a range of management themes and real-world challenges. I found the sessions insightful, practical and directly applicable to my role, particularly when establishing and developing our Quality Assurance team.
My more recent one to one coaching with Martin has been focused on corporate management and navigating senior stakeholder relationships. This has been especially valuable in developing my confidence and communication style. Martin’s coaching around assertive and persuasive communication has helped me become more comfortable being direct, holding others constructively to account and driving greater consistency in project delivery.
Martin is an excellent coach. He is approachable, supportive and encouraging, and his calm, structured style creates an environment where you can openly explore challenges and think critically about the best way forward. Importantly, he guides you towards finding the answer yourself rather than simply providing it, which makes the learning far more meaningful, sustainable and memorable.
I would highly recommend Martin for any individuals or teams looking to develop their management capability, strengthen stakeholder relationships, improve team dynamics or support positive cultural change.
We truly appreciate the effort, energy, and flexibility you brought to the programme, and we look forward to working with you again soon.
I wanted to take a moment to thank you for designing and delivering such an excellent programme for the IT Helpdesk team.
It’s clear that a lot of thought and expertise went into both the content and delivery. The sessions were engaging, practical, and highly relevant to the team’s needs, which made a real impact.
We truly appreciate the effort, energy, and flexibility you brought to the programme, and we look forward to working with you again soon.
Many thanks once again.
Farzana Hussain
Learning and Development Manager
Genuinely one of the best training sessions I have attended!
I can honestly say the training sessions delivered by Martin were one of the most valuable professional development experiences I’ve had. Martin has a rare ability to truly understand the needs of his audience and tailor his training accordingly — nothing felt generic or off-the-shelf. He covered some of the most essential skills in leadership, including conflict resolution and how to deliver constructive feedback in a way that motivates rather than demoralises — and he did so in a way that was practical, relatable, and immediately applicable. His delivery is engaging, his knowledge is exceptional, and he breaks down concepts in a way thay makes it easy to grasp and put into action. The concepts he taught are things I’ll carry with me and apply throughout my career. I cannot rate the training content and Martin as a trainer highly enough!
Management Team Training
Martin was incredibly insightful and helpful to myself and the other managers currently establishing our new QA team / Function. His guided discussions proved beneficial in allowing us to identify issues and points that needed addressing that were not on our radar and immediately we have already seen the benefit of applying his teachings in our day to day management of our team. Thank you very much Martin
Online Video Learning
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