During the workshop, Alex had mentioned that he’d post a video so that those who attended could consult it at leisure and more easily remember the points that were discussed.

(Or, if you wanted to attend the workshop but unfortunately missed it, here’s the perfect chance for you to catch up!)

— Deliver More Effective Powerpoint Presentations —

(Click to see a larger version of the video in HD)

References:

And here are some useful links to references mentioned during the workshop:

• Toastmasters Technical Presentations Manual
  

• David Paradi, author of “Visual Slide Revolution” as well as a link to his PowerPoint slide makeover videos. He gives great advice on how to incorporate visuals to make PPT slides more effective.  Website: http://thinkoutsidetheslide.com
  

• Carmine Gallo, author of “The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs”. Great read that helps to confirm a lot of the points that we already are learning about and applying as Toastmasters. Here’s a good summary of the points that he covers in his book.
  

• Garr Reynolds, author of “Presentation Zen Design”.  He gives great suggestions on how to organize and prepare for a Powerpoint presentation, prepare more appealing slides, as well as how to deliver with more impact.  Website: http://garrreynolds.com/presentation
  

• And finally, if you want to take things to a higher level, there’s Nancy Duarte, author of “slide:ology: The Art and Science of Creating Great Presentations”. 
  

And remember, use those Post-its!

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Oh yes, in the workshop, Alex mentioned something about how to fold a T-shirt quickly.  Here is a video resuming what he demonstrated off-line after he gave his presentation.

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P.S. For the workshop video, apologies for some of the sometimes fuzzy picture quality. Looks like the digital camera’s "automatic focus" feature was not very reliable.

Nadine was already an existing member from another Montreal Toastmasters club, but switched to our club since to better suit her schedule.

Nick is dynamic young man who, over the course of several visits to our club, has become more and more involved in the club meetings.

Welcome to you both!

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Find out how, by attending one of the weekly St. Lawrence Toastmasters Club meetings.

(In the program, you’ll also get to find out who our executive committee members will be for the 2012-2013 session. Congratulations to the newly-elected members!)

Italo Magni a obtenu le premier prix lors du Concours de discours international en français.

Pietro di Benedetto a remporté la troisième place lors du Concours de discours international en anglais.

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Félicitations aussi à Alex Chan qui a donné un atelier sur comment préparer des présentations PowerPoint plus efficaces.

Notre club s’est beaucoup impliqué lors des activités cette fin de semaine :

• Marie-Paule Gagnon a donné le toast aux États-Unis lors du Banquet de la Gouverneure du District. 
• Mathieu Savage a préparé l’introduction à l’atelier d’Alex.
• Tobi Rodrigue est arrivé à la dernière minute à la demande des organisateurs du concours d’improvisation en anglais, car la personne qui était censé y participer dans notre division ne s’était pas pointée. (Malheureusement pour Tobi, elle s’est finalement pointée à la dernière minute aussi, donc elle avait précédence sur Tobi.)
• Véronique Sangin-Gagnon et Aléna Motorina ont participé à l’assemblée du conseil du district.
• Martina Kugler a tenu une des bannières de notre club lors du défilé des bannières qui a eu lieu à la Cérémonie d’ouverture officielle de la conférence.
• Gilles Pelletier et Michel Gadbois sont aussi venus encourager nos participants au concours. 

Merci à Frank Schilder pour avoir pris les photos ci-dessus. 

Cliquez pour voir l’album de photos (419 en tout!) que Frank Schilder a prises lors de la Conférence Toastmasters du printemps 2012 du District 61.)

“Deliver more effective PowerPoint Presentations“.

Alex is the current VP Membership of the St. Lawrence Toastmasters Club, and is also Webmaster of this fine website.

Are you looking for suggestions to help improve your Powerpoint presentation skills? Learn how to prepare more effective Powerpoint presentations through tips and pointers that are easy to implement. No need to be a Powerpoint guru!

Workshop description:
This workshop will show you what it takes to make clear, logical, and easy to follow presentations.

Technical skill required:
Basic to medium knowledge of Powerpoint.

Workshop details:
“Deliver more effective PowerPoint Presentations“.
Friday April 27, 2012 at 6 PM
District 61 Spring Conference 2011
Conference room name: “Lotbinière”
Château Vaudreuil
Vaudreuil, Quebec
http://www.toastmastersconference.com/spring/2012

Are you interviewing for jobs?

Leading a seminar?

Need confidence?

Toastmasters is the answer!

Toastmasters will help you to:

• Speak and present compellingly.
• Think quickly and clearly.
• Become a strong leader.
• Listen effectively.

You will learn these skills and more in a supportive, self-paced, fun atmosphere.

Find out more by visiting the St. Lawrence Toastmasters Club in Montreal.

Toastmasters peut vous aider à plus facilement préparer des présentations ou a donner un discours.  Apprenez-en plus en visitant le Club St-Lawrence Toastmasters à Montréal.

Find out more by coming to one of our meetings.

Félicitations à:

• Italo Magni (1ère place – concours de discours français)
• Pietro di Benedetto (1ère place – concours de discours international anglais)
• Tobi Rodrigue (2e place – concours d’improvisation anglais)

Les gagnants se verront participer au Concours Toastmasters du district 61, qui aura lieu au Château Vaudreuil à la fin d’avril.   Bonne chance!