Corporate Training

One-on-one * Small groups * Workshops

In our work with both corporations and individuals we have found most people find public speaking one of their greatest challenges. This is true whether giving presentations, making a pitch, holding meetings with clients or staff or talking to the media. To see people gain the confidence to enjoy - yes enjoy - speaking in public is enormously rewarding for them and for us. Motivation is key.

If you tell, people forget, if you show they listen, but if you involve them they will remember!

We believe 'learning by doing' is the best, most effective way to bring about changes in confidence and ability. We create a safe, supportive learning environment where people are encouraged to feel relaxed, motivated and able to take risks. And we use video assisted training for faster more effective results - you can see your progress. We also help with body language - including dress and image - because the silent signals are a huge part of your impact. You may be sending the wrong messages! Outline your needs to us and we will structure a course to meet your requirements.

Speak/Present to an Audience

• Overcome stage fright - learn to use not fear the adrenanline
• Create presence
  
• Find your natural voice
  
• Engage audience attention and keep it
• Check body language - the silent signals
  
• Identify core messages
• Improve tone, pace and pitch
• Use humour, imagery and anecdote
• Choose appropriate dress and image
• Avoid 'Death by Powerpoint'
• Write and arrange material - focus on key issues
  
• Rehearse and evaluate

Talk to the Media - TV - Print - Digital Viewers

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  Preparation and sound bytes
• Go from dull to engaging
• Master sound bites
• Clarity of message
• Dispel tension and nervousnes
• Pace, pitch, and pause
• Body language
• Image and dress
• Handle awkward questions
• Use anecdote and analogy
• Off the record - or not!

Win the Pitch

• Relate to the client in a genuine way
• Ensure structure of the pitch is tailored for client
• Ensure key meassges are heard
• Check body language underlines not undermines the message
  
• Remember it's more than just know-how of the subject
  

Run Effective Meetings

• Preparation
• Opening and closing
• Cut to the chase in a friendly way
• Use your own personal style to shine
  
• Check body language underlines your words
  
• Maintain focus and attention
• Resolving conflict
• Using anecdote and example
• Stand or sit

'Communicate with Confidence' Workshops.

• Create presence
• Engage and keep an audience's attention
• Give a business speech you have rehearsed
• Learn ‘impromptu’ and ad-libbing techniques
• Be yourself – only ‘bigger’
• Manage anxiety and stage-fright
• Use humour in public speaking
  
• Get constructive feedback from people who will become a support network for you
• Use appropriate body language and voice
• Gain leadership skills
  
• Speak in front of a camera - and to the media
  
• Successfully survive interviews - techniques and practice
  
• Review your presentation strengths and weaknesses

Harness the butterflies. Learn to use them.