Executive Presence
4.9/5
Facing issues such as:
Struggling to make a strong first impression
Getting overshadowed by louder voices
Being perceived as too young or inexperienced
Leaving the room wishing you have said more.
Not projecting the right aura or gravitas
Conversations feel forced or transactional
This workshop educates teams on how to harness the potential of effective storytelling techniques to influence, engage and inspire.
Capture Attention and Signal Credibility
First impressions shape how others see your expertise. Hook attention, spark curiosity, and project quiet confidence that earns respect from the start.
Engage with insight, not small talk
Move beyond small talk by asking thoughtful questions and sharing perspectives that create trust and build thought partnership.
Think fast, speak with clarity
When pressure rises, clarity wins. Organise your ideas quickly and express them confidently, even under pressure, so your contributions land with clarity.
Be heard and remembered
Ensure your ideas are acknowledged, your voice carries weight, and you leave meetings and conversations having made an impact even among more experienced voices.
TESTIMONIALS
Who is this course for?
Young professionals
Who are skilled but not yet confident communicating upward or externally.
Rising Leaders
Who are now expected to influence peers, senior colleagues, and cross-functional teams.
Introverted professionals
Professionals who bring valuable insights and perspectives but are naturally reserved or hesitant to speak up.
Course Overview
Workshop Agenda
The “first 30 seconds” framework: how to introduce yourself or your role in a way that creates curiosity
Project openness and confidence through body language, tone, and posture.
Audience profiling tools
Ask a powerful opener question to build immediate engagement.
Offer value through “micro-insights” (educational nuggets that teach something new but light).
Pre-empting objections with empathy
Thinking frameworks for spontaneous speaking
Handling interruptions or pushback gracefully.
Creating presence and influence in meetings.
Rushing through conversations, speaking without clarity, or projecting uncertainty can make you seem inexperienced even if you know your stuff. People can sense when they aren’t being heard or valued, which makes it harder for your ideas to land.
As a young professional, you may not always feel equipped to engage with senior leaders, clients, or peers who have years of experience. This workshop will show you how to develop gravitas, confidence, and credibility early so you can stand out and be taken seriously, no matter your age or role.
Course Formats
Format
Offline
Course Duration
Crash course
Half Day
1-Day
2-Day
How long is this course?
The full workshop runs for a minimum of one day, but it can be modularized to suit your team’s needs. For customised formats, please contact our sales team.
I’ve attended Powerful Delivery before. How is this course different?
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Can this workshop be delivered virtually?
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