Workshops
Executive Presence, Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
In today’s corporate world, it is not enough to simply be good at what you do. Each and every person, no matter what profession, needs to exude confidence, “executive presence,” maximize their brand, communicate effectively in all relationships and, at the same time, be their authentic self in order to “seal the deal.” However, we are not born knowing how to have “presence”, nor how to communicate clearly. These are learned skills. Our coaches teach you practical and proven tips and techniques that can be implemented immediately. Participants will hone existing skills and develop new skills, creating their own “personal toolbox.” This toolbox will help you learn how to command a room with presence and confidence, how to use your nonverbal and verbal skills to your advantage, how to effectively convey any message in any communication situation resulting in more effective, powerful, succinct messaging and engagement through presentations, keynote addresses, speeches and teleconferences. This workshop creates better leaders who perform at a higher level for sustainable, long-term.
On-Camera Presence and Media Skills
Conference calls, Webcasts, Video conferencing! These communication “tools” have quickly become industry standards, but most people have no idea how to do them well. Knowing the “code of behavior” can be the difference between success and failure. Leveraging more than 60-years of combined award winning experience in television and radio broadcasting, our coaches will teach you the necessary tools to navigate the art and etiquette on being “on-camera,” on a webcast, or any other form of digital communication.
Executive Coaching Workshop for Women – Presence. Leadership. Presentation.
Are you a woman in the C-suite or aiming to get there? Do you desire more confidence in your ability to present, to lead, to inspire? Do you need to improve your presentation skills? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this workshop is for you. Led by Executive Coaches and Award winning broadcasters Liz Brunner and Candy O’Terry, this intensive, one-day training workshop is designed to improve professional image and leadership skills. Using real-time video analysis, participants will learn invaluable tools to take their careers to the next level. Participants will learn how to acquire more executive presence, confidence and credibility, enhance their strengths, identify their weakness to achieve career goals and drive results, raise their presentation skills to a whole new level, learn practical tools to tackle current business challenges and opportunities, and be the kind of leader who inspires others.
Be the Leader Within
**This is not a workshop, but rather more of a presentation or keynote speech… **
In today’s corporate world, it is not enough to simply be good at what you do. Each and every person, no matter what profession, needs to maximize their brand, to be their best authentic self in order to “seal the deal” or move up the career ladder. How does that happen? By being the “Leader Within.” By exuding confidence, “executive presence” and communicating effectively in all relationships. However, we are not born knowing how to be a leader, nor how to have “presence”, nor how to communicate clearly. These are learned skills. We will teach you how to build your own personal tool box to “Be the Leader Within.” This motivational presentation will help you learn how to command a room with presence and confidence, how to use nonverbal and verbal skills to your advantage, the importance of mentorship and sponsorship, and brand imaging- why it’s more important than ever.
Leadership Today
Simply having the responsibilities of a leader doesn’t necessarily make a person an effective leader. No one is born knowing how to be a leader. We learn how to be a leader. A great leader runs more than a successful business. A great leader is a charismatic example of their company’s culture and vision. Without that strong leadership, many otherwise good businesses fail. Understanding the characteristics of strong leaders and cultivating those hard and soft leadership skills is necessary in today’s business climate. This workshop/seminar* which offers an interactive presentation and discussion on leadership today, the differences between management and leadership, how to communicate and connect on an individual level and inspire people to move from “I” to “we,” how to build trust by ensuring your verbal communication and your non-verbal actions reinforce each other.
*The number of participants determines whether it is a workshop or a seminar.
Networking Like A Pro
We all know networking is an essential to advancing your career — “it’s not WHAT you know, but WHO you know,” — but it’s rarely at the top of our priority list. All those awkward conversations and “small talk.” It can feel like a chore, especially if you are trying to “sell” yourself or your company. Networking is NOT selling, in fact, it is the opposite. It’s about building relationships and being a resource, internally AND externally. In this highly dynamic seminar, our coaches take you through their “Pre-Game, Game-Time, and Post-Game” approach to networking with practical tips and techniques that can easily and immediately be implemented — whether an introvert or extrovert — of what to do before, during and after a networking event.
“What do you do?” – Crafting the Perfect “Elevator Pitch/Connection”
No matter what profession, nor position, everyone needs to be able to answer the question, “tell me what you do?” Often, the standard answer is sharing your title and the company for whom you work, but that doesn’t really help you get to truly know someone or whether or not you want to even forge a relationship. Having the perfect elevator pitch is about having a response that elicits engagement, a connection with someone. It is NOT a sales pitch, but rather an opportunity to develop new relationships, attract resources, and communicate with confidence who you are and what you do. Among the topics covered: Why an elevator pitch/connection is invaluable today, How to create an elevator pitch/connection that is captivating, engaging, and authentic, leaving those you speak with wanting to know more.
Client Testimonials
Essential, not a dull moment.
Attendee
Executive Coaching Workshop
Liz was dynamic, engaging and has excellent content! She was extremely instrumental in helping me become a more effective speaker, listener and networker and has significantly helped me develop greater confidence for high pressure and critical conversations and engagements. If your job hinges on communication with other people, Liz is the person for you!
Daniel Railton
Client Executive, Unispace
The best instructors. You’ll be pushed outside your comfort zone.
Attendee
Executive Coaching Workshop
Liz’s style and approach…is very effective. She quickly focuses on…things that have helped me gain confidence and deliver a more articulate message. The workshop was fun and valuable.
Jeff Swartz
New England U.S. Private Wealth Management Regional Manager & Boston Complex Manager, Morgan Stanley
Your session was a big success. Half of the attendees made a special visit to my office to express their appreciation. During the session, I could read positive “body language” throughout…. I thought your session was “spot on.”
John Fletcher
The content was spot on. [Our students were] encouraged with new tools to take on the world. We are honored that you spent [time] with us!
Susan M. Adams, PhD
Professor of Management and Senior Director, Center for Women & Business at Bentley University
