
I appreciate you joining this course! In this welcome video, I will share with you why I created it, the reasons behind filming in exotic locations, and what to expect. I hope that you are excited and let's start improving your presentation skills!
Also, remember that you can choose the playback speed. You can slow it down, but also accelerate it to 1.25x, 1.5x, 1.75x, or even 2x of the regular speed! It's completely up to you. Whatever makes you feel more productive while staying comfortable:)
I made this "emergency" video specifically for those who are about to give a presentation tomorrow, or in the next couple of days. If that's the case with you, you may not have enough time to go through the entire course right away. No worries, I've got you covered.
This video is like a mini-course that will give you everything you need to get significantly better on short notice.
I firmly believe that before embarking on any adventure you need a solid roadmap. This is why in this video I will tell you exactly what you will learn in this masterclass. As you can see, there are over 100 top-quality videos, but I broke them down into clear sections to make the process of learning more intuitive and to help you navigate through my content.
Please, post in the Q/A section and share with me WHICH part of the course excites you the most:)
Thank you
Just a quick heads up about Udemy's system so you don't get surprised.
Instead of passively taking this course, I want you to "hack" your learning experience. Here are some practical tips so you can make the most of this presentation skills course.
If you are curious about my background, my experience as a professional presenter and why I'm so passionate about this topic, this video is for you. Since a lot of my students are curious, I decided to give you a glimpse into who I am, what makes me tick, and why I do what I do.
Enhance your presentation skills and confidence by exploring extras driven by feedback, with new videos from the Canary Islands and updates via email.
Start speaking on stages for exposure, even for free, build a track record, film talks for a reel, collect testimonials, and expand reach to win bookings.
Before we focus on becoming a better presenter, let's first take a few minutes to define what NOT TO DO.
What do great presenters have in common? Watch this video to find out...
I'd like to challenge you to take this powerful action step as it will increase the probability of you becoming a top presenter.
Are you giving a presentation, workshop or speaking up in front of your team TODAY? Watch this in order to get yourself into the "WINNER" state.
Here's an EXTRA video with some important food for thought about slides. Also, remember, that later in the course, we will go deeper into this topic.
This video is optional, but if you are curious to see where this course has been created, you will certainly enjoy this video. My goal when creating courses is to always take my audience "on a fun ride." In essence, I want you to feel like a part of my adventure :) I hope that you will enjoy this short video.
Jimmy thanks students, shares updates on bonus material and new content, and celebrates becoming an official Udemy instructor partner. He notes over 60,000 top ratings.
One of the most common questions I get is: "Hey Jimmy, why do you get out of your way to travel to faraway locations with your video crew? Isn't it easier to simply film in a home studio??"
Well, it all has to do with maximizing the course value. In this short video, I'm elaborating on why I choose the harder route.
Here's exactly why I created this section and what to expect from it.
In this video, we will address the mysterious F. word and what to do about it.
Wondering how you can feel more comfortable in front of any group? Here's a powerful mindset shift.
Discover how to manage your focus in order to feel unstoppable.
Here's something that most people never consider, yet it's a game-changer. Find out exactly how to breathe in order to feel less anxious before any presentation. As a side benefit - this video will help you with any stressful situation beyond public speaking.
Learn exactly what to do if something goes wrong during your presentation...
Here's a simple, yet powerful truth about the anxiety you experience. This video may surprise you...
Massive congrats for completing yet another section!
Discover why this section is vital on your path to becoming an effective presenter.
The fundamentals of understanding your audience.
Learn why and exactly how to create your audience avatar.
The first impression matters not just in social life, but also in business AND on stages. Here's exactly how to win your audience from the start.
Find it difficult to understand and engage your audience? Here's a proven strategy.
Congrats! You are getting closer to becoming a world-class presenter!
Discover the fundamental rule of creating your structure that will make everything so much easier for you.
So what is the basic structure you should use in your presentations? Let's find out...
Why and how you should always reverse engineer the process of designing your presentation?
Find it difficult to generate valuable content? here's a simple, yet powerful strategy.
Let me introduce you to my single best strategy for creating presentation structure. I've been using this technique to create over 30 courses including a full QUEST with Vishen Lakhiani, the CEO of Mindvalley.
Let me tell you how to avoid one of the most common traps. This is something you cannot forget about.
Should you tell your audience what's the presentation structure? It's a tricky one, isn't it?
In this video, I will simplify it for you and do my best to give you the clarity you are looking for.
The last impression is almost as important as the first impression. Here's why...
Congrats! You've just completed the fourth section of this course and gaining some serious momentum! :)
I hope that you are having fun and let's jump right into section 5.
Here are some fundamental strategies for content generation.
In this video, I'll share with you a simple truth: There Are No Boring Topics, just Boring Presenters
Do you tend to procrastinate whenever you need to create content? Don't worry - here's a simple solution.
Storytelling is powerful, yet it scares a lot of aspiring presenters. In the following two videos, I will share with you the most important principles you need to keep in mind.
The basic structure for captivating stories.
This video is about one of the most common misconceptions. You already have stories. Here's the proof.
This video is extremely important. If you implement it, you will see massive results, I have zero doubts.
Sounds weird, doesn't it? Let me explain.
Here's one of the biggest mistakes any presenter needs to avoid.
Congrats! You are on fire!
Section 5 is complete and I hope that you will enjoy the next one.
Why I created a separate section about practice?
Here's the single best way to practice your presentations.
We all have those moments when we wish that we had more time to practice. Here's a surprising solution!
Testing your content is something that can revolutionize your presentations. Here's exactly how to do it.
Here are some fascinating lessons from one of the most famous orators of ancient Greece.
Need to practice, but you keep procrastinating? Here's a solution.
Need more ammo to beat procrastination? Here's another solution.
Visualization may sound strange, especially if you are a serious business person. However, we shouldn't underestimate its power. Here's exactly why & how visualisation can help you.
Let me share with you how to handle feeling overwhelmed and get very good, fast.
Congrats! You've just crossed the 50+ video mark. I applaud you for your determination and ambition to get better. I hope that you feel incredible and let's dive into the next section with all this momentum you already have!
Why this section is so important even though MOST people never consider this topic.
Here's a powerful strategy that will make you feel incredible.
Here's an exercise that ALWAYS works, whether I teach it to CEOs, celebrities, or students.
Do you find it difficult to stay calm before presentations? Here's exactly what to do.
Here's an optional video with my real-life stage/video presenting examples.
Here's the truth about power posing.
Is it just an attention-grabbing headline, or does it really work? Let's find out.
Massive congrats! You've just completed the 7th section! Respect.
Here's something that ALWAYS works. I do it, and you should too.
Why your delivery is so important and the basic principles.
Would you like your audience to feel certain emotions? Here's how to do it.
Here are some important considerations in terms of your tonality and volume.
Engagement is the Holy Grail of any presenter. In this video, you will learn how to fully engage any group.
Does pausing have to feel uncomfortable? Can we flip it around and make it our superpower? watch the video to find out.
Why connecting through our common humanity will make your audience love you.
Here are some other powerful ways to powerfully engage your audience.
Are you stressed about managing your time during a presentation? Find out the optimal solutions.
Congrats! You've just learned how to make your delivery so much better. However, don't take a break yet as in the next section, I will share with you some of the most powerful body language strategies.
Why I've created a separate body language section? (SPOILER: because it will make or break your presentation)
Here are the fundamental principles of powerful body language.
Discover the biggest and most common mistakes you need to avoid. When you implement the content from this video, your body language will be better than the non-verbal signals of 98% of people.
Let's speak about movement. Why it's crucial and how to embrace it.
So what about body language in the digital world?
Here are some examples of body language so you can practice how different things make you feel.
Wow! You've literally watched over 80 videos. That's incredible and I hope that you are feeling great because you certainly deserve it!
This section shouldn't be underrated. Most people run off the stage after delivering a presentation. However, it's one of the biggest mistakes you need to avoid.
What is the "stage effect" and how to take full advantage of it?
Here's a simple strategy that will 10x your progress.
The title may seem confusing. After all, it's just you in front of the audience, right?
Not exactly, and here's why this is important.
Here's something most people never consider, but they should.
Who's a conference "NINJA" and why & how to become one?
After almost 100 videos, the only thing I can say is RESPECT.
The ability to stand up and speak well is one of the highest-leverage skills you can build. Most people never train it, which is exactly why it sets you apart.
Stage fright, rambling structure, and a body that betrays your nerves will quietly cap your career no matter how good your ideas are. The good news: presenting is a skill, not a gift, and every part of it can be trained.
This masterclass walks you through the full system top presenters use, from overcoming fear and engineering your performance state to structuring a talk, mastering delivery, and using body language that reinforces your message instead of undercutting it. Whether you're in a meeting, on a stage, or on camera, you'll present with real confidence and competence.
15 years ago Jimmy Naraine ran away from a stage. Since then he's spoken at hundreds of events while exploring 92 countries. This course reveals everything he has learned.
Why learn from Jimmy Naraine:
Udemy Instructor Partner teaching since 2013, with 123,000+ verified TOP reviews
505,000+ students from 194 countries enrolled in Jimmy's courses
Delivered corporate training for Chemours, Westpac, HARMAN, Lion, Tech Mahindra, Capgemini, Wipro, Cognizant, Airtel, and other multi-billion dollar companies
Former Goldman Sachs and Allianz employee turned location-independent entrepreneur, with 13 years of full-time work across nearly 100 countries
Featured in Entrepreneur, MIT Sloan Management Review, Forbes, The Economic Times, FoxNews, EL PAIS, TRT World, and Business Insider
3-time TEDx speaker; keynote speaker at DNX Global, Afest, Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival, MindvalleyU, and Digital|K
Mindvalley Author, co-created an educational program with Mindvalley CEO and NYT bestselling author Vishen Lakhiani
Winner of the first Udemy Innovation Award
Stress-tests what he teaches in extreme environments: climbed a 7,000m mountain, completed a full Ironman, swam in Antarctica, did fight camps with world champions, became fluent in 5 languages
What people are saying about Jimmy's work:
"Jimmy's talk received the 2nd highest rating out of 100+ main stage speakers at my event, Mindvalley University, and got a 60-second standing ovation."
— Vishen Lakhiani, Founder of Mindvalley, NYT bestselling author
"Jimmy spoke at the DNX Festival in Lisbon with hundreds of participants from all over the world and his talk was one of the highlights that made the event a huge success. He is one of the most captivating speakers I've worked with."
— Marcus Meurer, Founder of DNX
"Jimmy Naraine is a master at breaking apart the difficult and complex. With the most simple and basic steps, he plainly demonstrates how to digest each and every morsel of information, make an actionable plan, and completely demystifies an impediment you originally thought was insurmountable. Jimmy Naraine is a true teaching savant."
— James W. Skotchdopole, Oscar-winning producer (Birdman, Django Unchained, The Revenant)
What you'll get inside the course:
180+ video lessons covering every part of presenting: the inner game (fear, nerves, your pre-talk state), the craft (structure, delivery, content that sticks), and the physical layer (body language and presence). Plus a full leadership module for those who want to lead as well as present. You finish able to walk into any room, meeting, or stage and hold it.
You may be thinking:
“Presenting is just too scary”
"I'm naturally not a charismatic person"
"I have no idea how to start"
“I wouldn’t look good on the stage or camera”
"What if people will reject me? what if I make a dumb mistake?"
and so on...
The ability to present with confidence, conviction, and charisma is something that will revolutionize your professional life. Just think about all the golden opportunities you are missing out on because of not putting yourself out there! On the flip side, how would it feel to become a bulletproof presenter? How would it feel to have the ability to speak to any crowd anywhere, any time?
How would it feel to know that:
You feel capable of speaking up anytime and anywhere?
You have the skills to design incredible presentations?
Instead of fearing team meet-ups, you feel excited, knowing that you have the skills to confidently speak up and captivate anyone who listens?
You can deliver a sales pitch to potential clients with confidence?
You can accept any video interview appearance with excitement, knowing that you will exceed all expectations?
Your newfound confidence and skills make you a better leader?
In life, there are those rare moments that create a tremendous ripple effect. Your decision to learn from this course may be one of them. Begin this journey to becoming an incredible presenter, right now.