Course description
Welcome to our 5-day intensive course, "Mastering Influence and Communication: From Ideas to Impact". This comprehensive program is designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills to effectively influence and persuade others, confidently present ideas, secure buy-in from high-level decision-makers, and competently interact with the media and the public. Through a combination of theoretical learning, practical exercises, role-plays, and real-life scenarios, you will acquire the tools needed to navigate complex business environments and make a meaningful impact in your professional endeavors.
Upcoming start dates
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
This course is designed for professionals at all levels who aim to enhance their ability to influence others and communicate more effectively within their organizations and to external audiences. This includes but is not limited to:
- Executives seeking to better influence their teams and stakeholders.
- Managers aiming to secure buy-in from directors and board members.
- PR professionals looking to improve their media communication skills.
- Public speakers aiming to refine their delivery and handle challenging questions.
- Any individual who wants to improve their overall communication skills and ability to persuade and influence others
Outcome / Qualification etc.
By the end, this Mastering Influence and Communication: From Ideas to Impact you will be able to :
- Understand and apply the principles of influence and persuasion in a variety of professional contexts.
- Present ideas effectively using structured thinking, storytelling techniques, and visual aids.
- Navigate organizational structures and dynamics to secure buy-in from key decision-makers.
- Interact with the media confidently, framing and delivering messages effectively.
- Master public speaking techniques, including audience engagement and handling challenging questions.
Training Course Content
Day 1
Understanding Influence and the Power of Persuasion
- Introduction to Influence and Persuasion
- The Psychology of Influence
- The Role of Empathy in Influence
- Exercise: Identifying Influencers in Real-world Scenarios
Day 2
Presenting Ideas Effectively
- Structuring Your Ideas: The Pyramid Principle
- Storytelling Techniques for Persuasive Presentations
- Harnessing Visual Aids for Maximum Impact
- Workshop: Develop and Present a Mini-Proposal
Day 3
Navigating Organizational Dynamics for Buy-In
- Understand the Structure: Directors, Board Members, and Key Decision-Makers
- Techniques for Framing Ideas to Match Organizational Goals
- Strategies for Managing Objections and Resistance
- Role Play: Pitching an Idea for Buy-In
Day 4
Communicating with the Media
- Understanding the Role of Media in Business
- Preparing for Media Interviews
- Techniques to Frame and Deliver Your Message
- Exercise: Mock Media Interview
Day 5
Mastering Public Speaking
- Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence in Public Speaking
- Techniques for Engaging the Audience
- Dealing with Challenging Questions and Situations
- Practice Session: Deliver a Public Speech and Handle Trap Questions
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