Confidence Building Series

3. Effective Public Speaking (EPS2/16-17)

It seems that some people are just “naturals” when it comes to Public Speaking. They readily stand up in public, ooze confidence, instill enthusiasm and manage to say just the right thing at the right time. It seems they were born to be public speakers. Well, it’s not true. Nobody is born a “natural”. Public speaking requires practice. Some might be better than others but everybody has to acquire the skills through experience which over time brings confidence as well.

This course is for those who need to get out of their shell and get some experience under their belt. The course is entirely in English and will give all participants an opportunity of role playing in a range of public speaking scenarios. It’s fun but at the same time challenging and rewarding. After this 6 hour workshop, you should expect to be more proactive and confident when you have to stand in the limelight “on the stump”.

Note: Participants will need to wear semi-formal clothes. No shorts or flip flops to ensure a good first impression. Handouts will be issued for each activity. Mobile phones should be brought to class fully charged. One activity involves the use of smart phone video if students have this facility available.

Date: 25 Mar 2017 (Sat)
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm; 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Venue: Room 256, 2/F, Main Building
Trainer: Mr. Robert Barber
Language: English
Class size: 15 – 25
Fee: $50
Deposit: $100

About the trainer: Mr. Robert Barber has lived in Hong Kong for over 20 years teaching and training in the British Army and more recently at secondary and tertiary level. Born in London he was educated in Ireland and the USA. His lively courses focus on well-defined learner needs and established results based practices.

 

4. Networking and Socializing in the Business Environment (NEW) (NS1/16-17)

We attend university to acquire the knowledge needed for employment which is formalized by degrees and certificates. Hand in hand with these formal academic skills, but just as important, is the acquisition of skills that help us network, socialize and acquire friends, acquaintances and contacts who we can bond, group, play and work with for happy and profitable relationships. This is not only for employment in the business and professional world but also in the wider everyday world beyond the 9 to 5 workplace. We are social animals and our success depends largely on our ability to get along with and cooperate with everybody.

The purpose of this workshop is to look at the many networking and socializing conventions, “rules”, habits and attitudes we need to master at both formal and informal gatherings. Participants will investigate these conventions and practice them in an enjoyable relaxed environment and culminate with a networking cocktail party.

This workshop is both enjoyable and informative and is open to all those who feel they want to build on their social and networking skills for all walks of life.

At the end of the workshop, you will have:

• Be more conversant with the “rules” and conventions of networking and socializing in a variety of contexts other than the workplace
• Be more confident and more at ease in these environments
• Be aware of some of the pitfalls that can be avoided while networking and socializing
• Be more inclined to enjoy events such as cocktail parties and other semiformal social gatherings
• Be able to build on their skills for further development

Date: 18 Mar 2017 (Sat)
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm; 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Venue: Convocation Room, 2/F, Main Building
Trainer: Mr. Robert Barber
Language: English
Class size: 15 – 25
Fee: $80
Deposit: $100

About the trainer: Mr. Robert Barber has lived in Hong Kong for over 20 years teaching and training in the British Army and more recently at secondary and tertiary level. Born in London he was educated in Ireland and the USA. His lively courses focus on well-defined learner needs and established results based practices.

 

5. How to Say What to Whom? (HSW2/16-17)

Have something to say but no idea how to say it? This workshop aims to help you speak up and out; present with conviction and clarity to truly gain the attention of your audience. The workshop will cover:

• How to overcome nerves
• How to avoid an unsatisfied audience
• Visual aids
• Voice control
• Gestures
• Structuring your presentation
• Top tips: e.g. What do I want my presentation to do? Inform, motivate, empower, entertain, educate?

The skills gained during the session are the basis for work in social, professional and public settings, giving you that confidence to speak up and out.

Dates: 7 & 8 Mar 2017 (Tue & Wed of Reading Week)
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm; 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Venue: Room 302, 3/F, Main Building
Trainer: Ms. Sophie Lowe, BA (Hons) Drama, Applied Theatre and Education- Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (London)
Language: English
Class size: 12 – 18
Fee: $150
Deposit: $100

 

6. Image Building 1001 (Male & Female)

Your look will inevitably influence people’s impression of you, because the way you dress is a form of self-expression. In this workshop, with the help of an art director, you will learn how to look good in six easy steps, discover your own style and learn more about styles that should be avoided, work with accessories effortlessly, and use colours in a smart way etc.

At the end of the workshop, you will have:

• Enhanced your awareness on your choice of clothing
• Recognised the types of clothes and accessories that fit your body shape and your style
• Got tips on selecting suitable clothes for various occasions

Group	Male (IBM2/16-17)	Female (IBF2/16-17)
Date	28 Mar 2017 (Tue)	6 Apr 2017 (Thurs)
Time	5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue	Room 302, 3/F, Main Building
Trainer	Ms. Pamela Lay
Language	Cantonese
Class size	10-20
Fee	$50
Deposit	$100
Note	Participants need to wear an outfit that they think may leave a positive impression on others for the workshop.

About the trainer: Ms. Pamela Lay has over 20 years of working experience in Styling, Art Direction, Trend Prediction and Branding. She has worked in Hong Kong, Toronto, New York and Paris with renowned companies such as Leo Burnett, Ogilvy & Mather, Club Monaco, Studio Edelkoort, Joyce, Blanc de Chine, Bossini, Fendi Asia Pacific and Anteprima.

 

7. How to be a Lady/Gentleman (Social Etiquette Training) (BLG2/16-17)

We sometimes ask ourselves:
What should I say after we have exchanged our names?
When should I shake hands? Do I shake hands correctly?
How should I introduce people to each other?
How should I eat with a knife and fork?
How should I dress appropriately for different occasions?
When I try on a suit, how do I know if it fits well?

This one-day workshop is designed to provide you with practical tips concerning social etiquette and image-building so that you will be confident about attending social functions.

Note: You will be asked to join a practice formal lunch on western table manners. If available, please wear your suit (Gentlemen – jacket, shirt & tie; Ladies – suit jacket & blouse) to the class.

At the end of the workshop, you will have:

• Answers to the above questions
• Acquired the skills in: hand shaking, making small-talk, and making introductions
• Learned to avoid the “obvious traps” in social interactions
• Learned western dining etiquette
• Awareness to at least one image strength and how to manage it
• Developed greater social confidence

Note: Each participant will be offered a personal comment on his/her image strength from this practical, interactive and entertaining workshop.

(Workshop)
Date: 9 Mar 2017 (Thurs of Reading Week)
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (with a formal western lunch practice session)
Venue: LG 104, LG 1/F, K. K. Leung Building (workshop) &
Senior Common Room, 14/F, K. K. Leung Building (western lunch)

(Group feedback session)
Date: 10 Mar 2017 (Fri of Reading Week)
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am (female); 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (male)
Venue: LG 104, LG 1/F, K. K. Leung Building
Language: English supplemented with Cantonese
Class size: 30-40
Fee: $200 (including lunch fee)

About the trainer: Ms. Elinor Young, a very experienced image and management training consultant, has conducted trainings for multi-national corporations for over twenty years. Since 1995, she has held many training workshops for the universities in Hong Kong. She specialises in verbal and non-verbal presentation skills, from appearance to handling difficult situations. Participants learn effectively through her lively, interactive and enjoyable sessions.

 

8. A Speed Dating Experience (SP1/16-17)

Are you single and ready to mingle? This party provides you an opportunity to meet new friends through a series of brief ‘dates’. Let’s not be restrained by boundaries of stereotypical beliefs of women and men. Instead, we can learn to focus on the personality and interests of each individual.

Through various activities, you can meet different persons, polish your social skills as well as discover your love language. A set of dating tips will be given to you in preparation for the party. There will be lots of fun and laughter!

Activities:
Games, interactive discussion and feedback among peers and from the facilitators

By the end of the party, you will have:

• Expanded your social network
• Discovered your love language and its implication in your dating relationship
• Gained more understanding of effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills and applied them in the party

Date: 25 Feb 2017 (Sat)
Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Venue: Kong Siu Luey Lounge, Robert Black College
Trainer: Ms. Heidi Tseng, Counsellor (Marriage and Family Therapist), CEDARS
Ms. Esther Cheung, Clinical Psychologist, CEDARS
Language: Cantonese
Class size: 24 – 36
Fee: $120
Deposit: $100

Note: Only light refreshments (afternoon tea) will be provided.  Participants are advised to have lunch before attending the workshop.