As actuaries continue to advance their careers, the ability to communicate becomes more and more important. In particular, developing strong presentation skills becomes a critical success factor. Actuaries need to be able to stand in front of large and small groups and deliver information in an interesting and compelling way. Like many other skills that don't necessarily come naturally, developing strong presentation skills takes practice and preparation.
By the end of the session, attendees will understand:
- How to make a compelling case to sell your point-of-view,
- How to prepare for a professional presentation,
- Tips and techniques for putting together effective Powerpoint slides to supplement your presentation,
- How to make information presentable to non-actuaries and senior leaders, and
- How to break down information into its essential components to ensure complete understanding.