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Executive Presence

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$2,300

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Provider:
VOICE-PRO, Incorporated

Topic(s):
Writing & Speaking > Speaking/Presentation Skills

Who Should Attend?
Senior executives, those who must interact with individuals and groups at the highest level of the organization

Full Seminar Description

Two Days

Executive Presence is a two-day workshop designed for senior executives and people who must interact with individuals and groups at the highest levels of an organization - both internally and with clients and customers. In this highly participatory workshop, attendees gain a clear understanding of how they look, sound, and behave in their interactions with others. They then learn new and innovative techniques that lead to improved poise and confidence, as well as the ability to adjust their behavior to the diverse situations in which they find themselves.

The small class size allows each attendee to participate fully in every exercise and activity. Throughout the program, highly skilled instructors provide personalized coaching and create a safe, supportive environment in which to experiment with new techniques. Special exercises are developed to address the specific needs of individuals, and each attendee receives a private coaching session with an instructor. In addition, repeated videotaping gives immediate feedback to the participants and is a valuable tool in the learning process.

Executive Presence is a customized program, tailored to the specific needs of both the individual participants and the sponsoring organization. It is a step-by-step, proven approach to personal excellence, suitable for anyone who aspires to professional demeanor and quality performance.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Professionals who are already working at the executive level and who could still benefit from some "polishing"
• Managers, supervisors, and salespeople who must interact as peers with C-level executives at client companies and within their own organization
• Individuals who have high levels of technical expertise and must convey information in a professional, but less technical manner
• Anyone whose responsibilities include motivating and/or persuading people to action

WHAT WILL THEY LEARN?

• Feel at ease and act comfortably when dealing with people at high levels of an organization
• Relax under pressure and keep their composure under duress
• Speak convincingly, think quickly on their feet, connect immediately, and develop a "trusted advisor" role
• Deliver a message that is to the point, using only the amount of technical information appropriate for the designated receiver
• Handle themselves with diplomacy and skill in difficult situations
• Maintain a warm and personal connection with individuals and groups of all sizes
• Look, act, and sound in ways that build a strong professional image

WHAT IS COVERED IN EXECUTIVE PRESENCE?

Relaxation. Participants will learn to:

• Release muscle tension and relax under pressure
• Convey an easy, comfortable, executive demeanor in all presenting situations
• Display the behavioral characteristics that say "leader"

Energy. Participants will learn to:

• Project their personalities and expertise with power and authority
• Deliver a message with commitment and enthusiasm
• Exude energy in a way that draws in an audience

Expression. Participants will learn to:

• Use their face, voice, and body in ways that guide, influence, and persuade an audience
• Match their body language with their words so the message comes out loud and clear
• Add the "human touch" to a professional message

Organization and Preparation. Participants will learn to:

• Speak spontaneously, even when forced to read a manuscript
• Structure a presentation so it is easy to create, easy to deliver, and easy to listen to
• Speak in terms of the "big picture," and eliminate extraneous detail
• Answer questions in a clear, concise manner

Focus. Participants will learn to:

• Make a personal, emotional connection with an audience
• Adjust their delivery based on the needs and level of understanding of the people with whom they're talking
• Maintain command over themselves in any situation
• Handle objections and diffuse hostility

HOW WILL THE SKILLS BE REINFORCED?

• The comprehensive VOICE-PRO Study Guide for post-class reference
• An audio CD containing exercises learned in class
• A videotape of the participant's work in class
• A copy of Carolyn Dickson's book, Speaking Magic: Performance Strategies for Winning Your Business Audience
• A written evaluation, including recommendations for continued practice and progress
• A follow-up call three weeks from the date of the workshop
• Other follow-up reinforcement by special arrangement

Sponsor Background:

• Speaking and presentation: the "spotlight" aspect of oral communication- how people present themselves and their ideas to others
• Managing relationships: using good interpersonal skills to work well with other people and to deal effectively with day-to-day conflict
• Personal presence: how people "package" themselves for the greatest personal effectiveness.

All attendees in VOICE-PRO’s open-enrollment Workshops receive personalized attention from highly trained, responsive instructors; they also focus throughout each class on their own individual concerns. Small classes assure a comfortable, supportive environment in which to experiment with new techniques.

A Note from the CEO

In 1984, we founded VOICE-PRO on the belief that excellence in spoken communication is the key to personal growth and professional success. Over the years, that belief has been reinforced by the growing number of satisfied clients who have shared personal success stories with us.

At VOICE-PRO, we take pride in helping the winners win. From the beginning, our mission has been to change people's lives by helping them grow professionally and giving them confidence and a strong sense of personal power.

Whether you choose a Workshop format or the confidentiality of an exclusive private session, we can help you and your staff become better speakers, better listeners- and better all around communicators.

My best wishes that everything you have to say is said well,

Carolyn Dickson Chairman and CEO

Quote From Past Participants:

"I feel I have grown as a person and this class will be of great help as I progress in my career."

"This course will have practical application in all areas of my life."

"Both leaders provided insightful feedback and individualized attention. Their depth of knowledge and experience was evident and beneficial."

"This course would make our company stand out even more if every employee were to be involved in the program."

Past Participants Include:

• Abbot Laboratories
• Aero Controlex Group
• Alcan Aluminium Corporation
• Allied Signal
• American Electric Power
• Applied Industrial Technologies
• Avery Dennison
• Brush Wellman Incorporated
• The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
• Ernst & Young LLP
• EXEL Logistics
• Federal Reserve Bank
• GE Lighting
• The Geon Company
• Jones, Day, Reavis & Pogue
• KeyBank
• The Lincoln Electric Company
• The Lubrizol Corporation
• Master Builders
• National City Bank
• Owens Corning
• Picker International
• SAE International
• The Sherwin WIlliams Company
• Third Federal Savings and Loan

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