Introduction to Classroom Courses
Active Presence has a reputation for creating and delivering material of exceptionally high quality, that really deliver results. All our programmes are led by acknowledged experts and supported by comprehensive materials. We encourage small class size to enable maximum learning.
Our programmes can be run in-house, or at the dedicated Active Presence studio. In addition to our regular programmes, we also create bespoke 'in-house' programmes. For further information please contact us - see contact details at bottom of right margin, just under Chris' photograph.
Persuasive Presentations
Clear and precise communication is at the core of any successful business. Whatever an individual’s role in an organisation their ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and suppliers can radically improve the organisation’s chances of success.
Although people are taught to read and write, few are formally taught how to speak, yet it remains our chief form of communication – this course will set you on the right track.
Joan Ford, Community Foundation for Merseyside
Duration: One Day
Download Course Synopsis
Media Interaction
Saying “No comment” gives the media carte blanche to write and say whatever they like about you – why give them that opportunity?
This highly participative course addresses print, radio and TV media. It gives leaders sufficient knowledge and confidence to gain maximum corporate advantage from any media encounter – whether a crisis management response or part of a pro-active promotional strategy.
“Fantastic trainer, hugely experienced, respectful and respected. Fantastic contribution towards extending my abilities and preparation for work with the media.”
Jack Miller, Community Foundation for Merseyside
Duration: One day
Download Course Synopsis
Inspiring Leadership
Today’s business leaders have less time in which to effect and communicate complex change. The increased pace of competition on a global basis is emphasising the importance of clarity and precision in communication. The requirement to appeal to new markets and foreign cultures underscores the need for an unambiguous and crystal clear vision – and the skill to communicate it.
This course enables senior managers to achieve the skills required to deliver inspirational communication.
“I have had my voice coached on previous occasions and have also attended two master classes on public speaking. I can honestly say that I learned more in the first hour with you than in all the others put together.”
Barry Mapp, Managing Director, The House of Learning
Duration: One day
Download Course Synopsis
Achieving Artistry
Being in the audience when a good speaker takes to the stage is a real treat. Their apparently unconscious ability to access the audience’s emotions and have them laughing and crying during the same paragraph is a joy to behold. This course teaches some of the scientific approaches that underpin such artistic and creative performances.
“Thank you for a simply outstanding day. Every professional speaker no matter what stage they are at in their career would gain huge benefit from attending one of your outstanding workshops.”
Roger Harrop, Roger Harrop Associates
Duration: One day
Download Course Synopsis