Developing Leadership Presence and Influence
This training focuses on enhancing your leadership presence, communication impact, and ability to influence others. Participants will learn techniques for effective public speaking, persuasive communication, and building strong professional relationships. This course emphasizes the development of personal charisma and the ability to inspire confidence and trust.
Target Audience: This training is ideal for leaders at all levels who want to enhance their communication and influence skills, including those who frequently present to stakeholders or lead large teams.
Module 1: Foundations of Leadership Presence
What is leadership presence and why it matters
The neuroscience of perception and trust
Understanding how presence influences authority and credibility
Diagnosing your current leadership presence style
Module 2: Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
Voice control, pace, tone, and clarity
The power of silence and timing
Body language, posture, gestures, and eye contact
Using congruence between words and non-verbal cues
Module 3: Influencing Without Authority
Principles of influence and persuasion (Cialdini’s model)
Mapping stakeholders and decision-makers
Building rapport and trust across all levels
Strategic alignment and value-based influencing
Module 4: Speaking with Impact
Crafting powerful and structured messages
Framing your ideas for clarity and resonance
Commanding the room: techniques for executive presence
Managing Q&A sessions with confidence
Module 5: Managing Emotions and Building Resilience
Emotional intelligence and composure under pressure
Techniques for handling difficult conversations
Active listening for influence
Building inner confidence and managing internal critics
Module 6: Building Long-Term Influence
Developing a leadership brand
Authenticity and values-based leadership
Establishing credibility over time
Sustaining presence during virtual or hybrid interactions
Module 7: 4D Practical Application and Coaching
Real-life scenarios and role-playing
Feedback from trainers and peers
Personal action plan for influence and presence
Long-term development and recommended resources