EXECUTIVE SUITE

The following is a brief description of consulting work sessions for CEOs, VPs and other senior executives to support their efforts as communicators and motivators. These workshops are typically offered for individuals or small groups.

INITIAL ASSESSMENTS
Evaluation interview
Self-discovery survey
Performance evaluation*
* Videotaping available

BODY LANGUAGE, VOICE, SITUATION AND ENVIRONMENT
Conveying a natural image with poise
Creating presence on the platform
Projecting voice and sound without straining
Breathing for public speaking
Tailoring your delivery to fit the content
Harnessing fear, panic and stress
Finding your unique voice pitch
Communicating with nonverbal cues
Enhancing showmanship with theatrical techniques for non-actors
Underscoring your message with meaningful gestures
Persuading and influencing with passion
Enhancing your telephone techniques
Interviewing and being interviewed: how to succeed
Posturing for effective negotiations
Handling questions and answers with authority
Discovering your style for image credibility
Using props and visuals for maximum impact

GROUP COMMUNICATION—LARGE AND SMALL
Interacting with small groups
Presenting to large groups
Speaking candidly vs. formally
Achieving your business goals without being business-like
Boardroom communication tactics
Projecting authority with ease
Presenting counseling for public appearances
Negotiation and persuasion skills
Communicating through body language
Listing for nonverbal cues
Using visuals for maximum impact
Presenting and receiving awards graciously
Giving speeches to achieve your objectives
Injecting humor and originality into your talks
Managing stress and controlling time
Managing information, through the media
Acting with credibility during a crisis
Creating a culture through word and deed
Communicating a vision: the art and science of selling ideas
Socializing and networking

COMMUNICATION PLANNING
Crafting and delivering a memorable speech
Developing a new business plan for entrepreneurs
Developing a marketing plan
Comprising a brochure or presentation packet that sells
Assembling a press and inquiry kit
Evaluating creative concepts that are presented to you
Protoyping advertising campaigns
Writing for direct mail solicitations
Writing for broadcast media
Writing for print publications
Training and motivating your staff
Understanding and responding to your customer's POV
Communicating a direction for your brand
Planning candid remarks: impromptu comments at meetings
Setting the stage for an Initial Public Offering
Managing investor relations and assimilating mergers