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Ever felt that wave of dread when asked to present your work? Or worried that your presentation might not captivate your audience? Fear not! We have the perfect workshop for you.

Whatever you do in your career, you're going to have to stand in front of people and talk about it, and the earlier you can develop your skills the better. 

A photo of the workshop leader Steve Cross wearing eyeglasses a blue denim shirt and posing in front of a wall to cieling bookshelf
                    Dr Steve Cross

 Steve Cross has trained thousands of people all over the world to communicate,  and in this fun interactive session he'll help you to improve your presentations  and  the ways you talk about your work. 

How will this help land a job?

Effective presentation abilities are crucial in any career, as they enable you to confidently share your ideas, showcase your work, and engage your audience. By enhancing  these skills, you'll stand out in job interviews, impress potential employers, and excel in professional settings where strong communication is key.

What will I be doing?

Steve is a science communication consultant and a standup comedian, so expect some silliness as well as some serious tips to help you become the most engaging and interesting speaker you can be.

One session not enough?

You are in luck,  Steve is running another session on Storytelling as a career tool. Get your ticket and dedicate the day for elevating your communication skills!

Other ExtendED Learning opportunities at your Students' Union

The SU is excited to be hosting a variety of ExtendED Learning opportunities during Term 3. Why not take a look at all we have to offer via our ExtendED Learning webpage, where you can find further information about each event and book your space.
 


By booking a ticket via this page, you are expressing interest to this event. We will ask you to confirm your space closer to the time. If the event becomes oversubscribed, we will email all ticket holders asking them to confirm their space.

Wheelchair accessible
Yes

We will update wheelchair accessibility when the venue is confirmed. We always publish full AccessAble information about any venue we put on our events. 

Family friendly
No

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