Executive Speaker Training

EXECUTIVE SPEAKER TRAINING is designed for individuals looking to polish their professional image and speaking skills, and to manage the fear and anxiety that often accompanies public speaking. Whether you speak to large audiences, run small group meetings, or engage in one-on-one interactions with important customers, your ability to speak with confidence, credibility and control is essential to your success as a business professional.

COACHING EXPERIENCE:  Since 2004, I have coached business leaders and professionals all over the country and beyond to build their confidence and reach new heights in their ability to present and communicate.  During these coaching interactions I have discovered that much of the fear and anxiety people feel is a result of uncertainty:  What should I say?  How do I start?  How do I organize my content?  What should I do with my hands when I speak?  This uncertainty leads to procrastination and the next thing you know, your presentation is 3 days away and panic strikes!  My role as a coach is to help you become so prepared that when the day approaches you are looking forward to it.  You know exactly what you are going to say and how to present your message. The reward comes at the end when everyone recognizes you for giving an outstanding presentation. 

APPROACH:  We understand that each person is unique and one program will not necessarily fit the needs of each participant.  Our approach is to identify your individual goals, strengths, and weaknesses, align them with corporate goals and initiatives, and design a program to help you reach new heights in your career to achieve greater results. 

LEARNING IS A PROCESS, NOT AN EVENT:  If you’ve ever played a sport or a musical instrument, you have learned that it’s difficult to develop new skills in one lesson. Becoming proficient in any skill takes time and practice, and your speaking skills are no exception.  You will maximize your performance and internalize more skills when you extend your training over time, rather than in one session. 

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

•Prepare, organize and design your message to maximize your ability to captivate, inspire and motivate listeners.

•Use effective delivery skills and body language techniques to engage your audience, enhance your influence, and project confidence. 

•Expect the unexpected:  Maintain control when technology breaks down or when facing difficult audience members.

•Effectively manage Q&A:  Learn techniques to keep the Q&A session positive and in your control.

•Engage your audience:  Learn how to involve your audience in your presentation, whether you are speaking to 5 or 500, while maintaining control.

•Design powerpoint presentations that support rather than detract from your message.

*If you have a specific presentation coming up, I will work with you to prepare your content, visual aids and practice your delivery.  You will be ready to WOW your next audience!

*Corporate & Individual Programs are available in group and one-on-one formats.