Workshops

Presentation Skills

Real Life Presentation: Talk So People Remember

The goal of every presenter is to be heard and remembered by the listener. Basic communication skills can quickly develop into very effective communication skills when you learn:

How to internalize strategies to subdue the fear of public speaking
How to master types of nonverbal communication
How to develop powerful links with the listener
How to create a dynamic presentation that will be remembered
How to use real life examples as a highly effective communication skill
How to use your voice like a singer even if you can’t carry a tune
How reading body language – yours and theirs—can give you an edge.
How to get maximum results from Q & A sessions
How to craft a response-focused conclusion

Testimonial

“Attending the presentation skills workshop, “Talk so People Remember”, was an enjoyable experience based on the methods used by Becky to illustrate and reinforce the concepts presented… The use of video recording equipment to playback a brief presentation given by each of the workshop participants resulted in positive feedback being provided to the presenters on how they could improve various aspects of their presentation while also allowing everyone to enjoy some very entertaining segments.”

Joseph Fiore, Supervisor
Manufacturing Training & Development
Eisai Inc.
www.eisai.com

Who would benefit from Real Life Presentation?

Professionals whose presentation skills don’t match their level of expertise
Professionals who are not satisfied with conventional public speaking training and now want a real-world approach to increase impact.
Speakers who need a magnetic presentation to draw the listener to a conclusion
Professionals who want to “talk so people remember”

This workshop includes presentation creation and delivery, videotaping with feedback, and participant workbook.

Imagine developing your area of expertise into presentations that real people will really enjoy…and remember. Becky has created the Talk so People Remember model so that your important message gets the memory it deserves!

Testimonial

“Thank you so much for your recent workshop, “Talk so People Remember” for the Mental Health Association in NC’s Statewide Affiliate Training Meeting in Raleigh. I know I put you in a challenging situation with such a wide ranging audience, but you came through with flying colors. A testament to your ability to connect with people on a variety of levels.

Your presentation was high energy, engaging and very interactive. I particularly liked the way you grabbed people’s attention at the beginning with your box of goodies, then how you kept people engaged and involved with class participation throughout the presentation.

Thanks so much. And I’m so glad you do what you do. You have a gift.”

Jeff Furst
Director of Community Development
Mental Health Association in NC, Inc.
www.mha-nc.org

Format: This workshop is available in either the Laser Program Format or Professional Impact Format.

Communication Expertise

Real Life Communication: Decreasing Stress in the Workplace

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if life was always pleasant, everyone was healthy, and all business decisions made every employee happy? Sometimes it is necessary to deal with difficult topics…and you are the one on the front line. Make your job easier and your communication more effective by strengthening these skills:

How to overcome the barriers to effective communication
How to recognize and handle potentially high stress situations
How to repair and maximize effective team communication to significantly increase overall productivity and revenues
How to identify and soften the impact of employee’s life challenges on profit, productivity, and safety in the workplace
How to recognize and reduce presenteeism
How to master working with emotional intelligence to boost Human Capital ROI
How to create a 21st Century Communication Plan that will make your company a place where the best want to work.

Dealing with any complex or painful issue will most likely involve initiating difficult changes, often for more than one person. Life and business transitions have the potential for disaster or the opportunity for growth. Discover how Real Life Communication can help you provide leadership from tragedy to transformation.

Format: This workshop is available in either the Executive Intensive One-on-One Format or Professional Impact Format.

Real Life Crisis Communication: Moving From Chaos to Clarity

Crises occur within our lives, our families, our communities, and our world on a regular basis, yet this reality is often not addressed within businesses and organizations. Effective executives or leaders may realize the toll this takes on teamwork and productivity, yet find themselves lacking resources to initiate change. This highly specialized workshop can solidify the effectiveness of your team or organization by strengthening these skills:

Recognizing the different forms of crisis
Identifying ways that crisis leads to workplace chaos
Uncovering stress in the workplace created by crisis
Working with emotional intelligence to move from damage control to workplace safety
Developing a unique and effective crisis communication plan
Using the Real Life Crisis Communication Map to create a route from chaos to clarity

Who would benefit from Real Life Communication?

Executives whose company’s profits depend on a highly functioning workforce
Human resource directors responsible for the physical and mental health of employees
Managers who need a smoothly operating team or workforce to meet productivity goals
Managers or Safety directors who identify high stress situations and intervene with a communication crisis plan

Leaders on the cutting edge of organizational development and change realize the significance of addressing life issues before they become safety issues. Through the use of effective communication skills, we can help you maintain a dynamic organization, even when crises arise.

Format: This workshop is available in either the Executive Intensive One-on-One Format or Professional Impact Format.