Corporate Public Speaking & Media Training
If you tell, people forget, if you show they listen, but if you involve them, they will remember!
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.
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. 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!
Ask us about 'Strategic Storytelling for Business – a Powerful Tool' – either one-on-one or via our workshops.
Outline your needs to us and we will structure a course to meet your requirements.
Polish Your Presentation Skills
- 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
Workshops:
'Speak with Confidence' and 'Strategic Storytelling
Workshops will be tailored to your needs for maximum benefit. Learn a range of invaluable techniques to:
- Engage and keep an audience's attention
- Tell relevant strategic stories to connect with your audience
- Manage anxiety and stage-fright
- Make your message more memorable
- Use stories to make an intangible idea easier to understand
- Use humour in public speaking
- Use appropriate body language and voice
- Gain leadership skills
- Review your strengths and weaknesses
Talk to the Media:
TV, Print, Online Channels
- Preparation and sound bytes
- Go from dull to engaging
- Master sound bites
- Clarity of message
- Dispel tension and nervousness
- 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 messages 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?
Fees
- One-on-one $195 per hour – no extra loading for senior management
- Groups & Workshops – negotiable
- Extras - Travel out of Auckland location and catering as required
- Working in-house means convenience for you in a familiar environment – and is more cost effective
We can work with you at your premises or arrange a convenient location off-site
Corporate Clients
Below is a selection of clients who have completed corporate training. You can also read client testimonials here.
NOW YOU'RE TALKING
Learn to enjoy public speaking
Contact Jane Thomas John
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