Podium Protocol & Presentation Skills

Talk, talk, talk…how many words do you think you say in a day? And how many of those words inspire, motivate, capture, or persuade? Effective communication skills are a powerful tool. Having the ability to verbalize what you mean in a way that means something to others is an essential leadership quality. Join Canada’s leading impression management expert and learn tips and techniques for improving your verbal communication skills.

You will learn:

• Elements of speaking that you can control
• Understanding communication styles
• Small talk; The art of conversation
• Listening skills
• How to avoid communication catastrophes

Have you ever met someone in a business or social setting who was well-dressed, well-spoken, and well-versed in the art of the deal, but for whatever reason you were well… not impressed? Chances are that something about that person’s nonverbal communication sent you a negative impression. In this entertaining and invaluable workshop you will learn:

• How nonverbal cues can make or break impressions
• How to read cues others send out more effectively
• How to monitor the messages you send through your body language
• What various common cues mean in different situations and with different cultures

No matter how you feel about interviews, the ability to navigate them is a non-negotiable skill that you must master if you want to move either vertically or horizontally in your career. The sooner you learn the ropes the sooner you’ll be more comfortable when you’re put to the test. In this workshop you will learn:

• How to prepare for interviews
• Nonverbal cues that send a message of credibility
• How to monitor your tone and convey confidence
• How to respond politely to difficult questions
• General interview etiquette