Introduction

Public speaking is an essential skill for leaders, enabling them to inspire, motivate, and drive change within their teams and organizations. This course is tailored for professionals who want to refine their public speaking capabilities and develop a commanding presence. Through advanced techniques, personalized coaching, and real-world simulations, participants will learn to deliver messages with confidence, clarity, and impact. This course empowers leaders to communicate with authority, engage diverse audiences, and influence decision-makers.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the fundamentals of effective public speaking and how to apply them in leadership contexts.
• Develop the ability to engage and inspire audiences through powerful storytelling and persuasive communication.
• Master techniques for delivering impactful speeches in high-pressure environments.
• Build confidence and authority to speak with clarity, conviction, and influence.
• Learn how to use body language, tone, and visuals to enhance their message.
• Utilize AI-driven feedback to refine their speech delivery and communication style.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Executives and senior leaders who need to inspire and influence large audiences.
• Managers who regularly speak in meetings, conferences, or team settings and want to improve their delivery.
• Entrepreneurs and founders seeking to present their vision and business to stakeholders, investors, or media.
• Leaders in public, private, or nonprofit organizations who need to communicate effectively in public settings.
• Anyone in a leadership role who wants to develop strong public speaking skills to better lead teams, drive change, and communicate their ideas.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Public Speaking for Leadership

• The role of public speaking in leadership: Understanding the significance of speaking well as a leader.
• Overcoming common fears: How to manage nerves, build confidence, and present with poise.
• The psychology of audience engagement: Understanding audience expectations, attention spans, and how to keep them engaged.
• Crafting a leadership speech: Structuring a message that inspires, motivates, and aligns with leadership goals.
• Personal brand in public speaking: How to align your values, vision, and voice for impactful speeches.
• AI-driven self-assessment: Personalized analysis of your speaking style and areas for improvement.

Day 2: Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Leadership

• The power of storytelling in leadership: Why stories are critical to memorable, influential speeches.
• Crafting a leadership narrative: How to weave personal, professional, or organizational stories into your speeches.
• Using emotional intelligence to connect with the audience: Understanding how to evoke emotions to drive change and inspire action.
• Public speaking frameworks: Proven models for structuring speeches that leave a lasting impact (e.g., TED-style, AIDA).
• Practical exercise: Write and deliver a short leadership story that incorporates your personal vision.
• Peer feedback: Receive constructive feedback from fellow leaders to refine your storytelling techniques.

Day 3: Speaking with Confidence and Authority

• Voice mastery: Techniques to control pitch, pace, and tone for maximum impact.
• Body language and non-verbal communication: Using gestures, eye contact, and posture to convey authority and confidence.
• The power of pauses: How to use silence effectively to emphasize points and maintain audience engagement.
• Handling difficult situations: How to manage challenging audiences, tough questions, or interruptions with grace and authority.
• Practical exercise: Deliver a speech with emphasis on confidence, authority, and engaging body language.
• AI-driven feedback: Receive real-time analysis of your voice and body language to enhance your delivery.

Day 4: High-Stakes Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

• Speaking under pressure: Techniques for maintaining composure and delivering strong messages in high-stress situations (e.g., crisis communications, investor meetings).
• Engaging different types of audiences: Tailoring your message for board members, employees, clients, and media.
• Visual aids and technology: Using slides, multimedia, and technology to enhance your message without distracting from it.
• Handling Q&A sessions: Strategies for answering difficult questions and keeping control of the conversation.
• Practical exercise: Deliver a high-stakes speech or presentation with real-time feedback from peers and coaches.
• Media training: How to handle interviews and public appearances with poise and confidence.

Day 5: Personalizing Your Leadership Communication

• Adapting your style: How to tailor your speech for different settings, from informal team meetings to global conferences.
• Long-term leadership communication strategy: How to maintain a consistent voice across various platforms (e.g., public speeches, social media, interviews).
• Building credibility: How to establish trust through clear, authentic, and transparent communication.
• Future-proofing your skills: Staying relevant as a public speaker in a rapidly changing business and media landscape.
• Practical exercise: Deliver a final leadership speech incorporating all learned techniques.
• Final coaching and feedback: Personalized guidance and strategies for continuing to refine your public speaking skills.

Modern Learning Approach

• AI-driven feedback: Continuous, real-time feedback on voice, body language, and speech structure, allowing participants to refine their delivery throughout the course.
• Interactive speech simulations: Role-playing exercises and leadership scenarios to practice and perfect speech delivery in a safe, supportive environment.
• Peer feedback: Collaborate with fellow leaders to exchange insights, give constructive criticism, and refine each other’s speaking techniques.
• One-on-one coaching: Personalized coaching sessions to address specific challenges and help participants elevate their communication style.
• Post-course resources: Ongoing access to AI-powered tools, speech templates, and other resources to continue improving after the course concludes.

Certification

• “Certified Public Speaking Leader” certificate from Learnify® Training.