The Authentic Speaker

Learn the tools that the world’s most successful people use to bring the best of themselves to the moments that matter most. From public speaking to live presentations, the authentic speaker builds your awareness of the physical demands of live performance. Find your true voice, strengthen your impact and create a compelling personal presence so that you can engage, connect and move your audience.

Your programme outline

The authentic speaker draws on established professional methods and exercises that are designed to suit differing characters and body types. Each programme is crafted to your unique situation and needs.

Pre-programme

Your lead coach hosts a discussion to establish the context for your speaking opportunity.

Work with your coach to determine your intention for your audience, the feel and tone you wish to deliver.

 

In programme:

  • A holistic view of the challenges of public speaking
  • The physicality of balance, centring and physical alignment
  • Strategies for noticing and releasing tension
  • Effective connection to the breath to allow authenticity of sound
  • Step-by-step. The professional warm up
  • Free the full potential of your voice in range and register
  • Explore physical presence and energy
  • How to enter and leave your stage
  • Working with space
  • Effective use of pause
  • Know how to read and respond to your audience
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The outcomes you can expect:

  • Know how to prepare well for your presentation or speaking event
  • Feel confident and at ease while addressing your audience
  • Build a personal toolkit of techniques to employ
  • Be able to handle nerves and anxiety with ease
  • Techniques to connect with your audience and put them at ease
  • Hold a powerful personal presence, whether your audience is 5 or 500
  • Understand the effective use of emotion
  • Land your message
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Who should attend?

The authentic speaker is designed for board members, conference speakers, client presentations, leadership addresses and advocacy events.  It can be of great benefit to those younger and rising stars in leadership and to those stepping up and into a more visible role.

This programme can be adapted for traders and those working at speed or through audio channels only.

 

What do our clients say about The Authentic Speaker?

The arts approach is very relevant and is so physical. I learned how small changes can make a big difference and how important it is to practice.

What energy and what fun. It gave me a fresh perspective, taught me to have more confidence, have trust in my knowledge and conviction in what I say.

Delivery

The authentic speak is offered in the following formats:

  • One day, group training
  • Individual coaching sessions
  • Dress rehearsals
  • Speaker skills refresher sessions

 

Get in touch

Connect with one of our experienced Associates for a free discovery call.

Email us at ignite@gsmd.ac.uk to ignite your performance – what will you spark?

 

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