(Online) Practical Public Speaking and Virtual Presentations

April 30 & May 7 1–4 p.m. This program will increase your confidence and provide you with tools to improve your public-speaking abilities. Learn how to communicate more effectively to engage and motivate your audience. Through reflection, interactive activities, discussion and PRACTICE, we’ll work together to improve your public-speaking skills. You’ll walk away with the skills to nail your presentation and the confidence to have conversations that will deepen any relationships and lead to your success. This dynamic program will be offered synchronously via Zoom—you’ll need access to a stable internet connection. Participation is encouraged (though not required). This is NOT a pre-recorded program. Presenter Tom Dowd (also known as “Transformation Tom”!) received a communications degree from the University of Delaware. He is a prize-winning speaker, and an award-winning and Amazon best-selling author, trainer and coach. COST $125, with need based scholarships available. FOR MORE INFORMATION For more information or to request an accommodation contact Michelle Patten, Conference and Professional Development Coordinator, michelle.patten@maine.edu; 207.338.8002.

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