The Power of Presence & Influence

Course Overview

The programme blends proven communication frameworks with live practice, facilitator coaching, and peer feedback. Participants learn how to build sharp executive summaries, adapt their style using emotional intelligence, strengthen their presence in meetings and presentations, and handle challenges without losing composure. They also practise speaking spontaneously under pressure in simulations that mirror the demands of real boardrooms, executive committee meetings, and client environments.

This is not a theory-based course. It is designed to create visible improvement in how participants communicate by the time they step up to deliver a concise boardlevel presentation in a Dragons' Den-style simulation.

What You Will Gain

• Identify and clarify your communication objectives, audience, and desired outcomes to ensure precision and focus
• Learn how to structure complex topics into sharp executive summaries and clear narratives for better comprehension
• Implement storytelling, data, and evidence to craft persuasive recommendations and adapt your style with emotional intelligence for diverse audiences
• Evaluate challenges and stakeholder dynamics to frame options, manage objections, and guide decisions effectivel

You Will Learn

This course empowers you to master impactful communication, equipping you with practical tools and strategies to enhance clarity, influence, and executive presence in high-stakes situations.

• Master practical tools to simplify complex ideas without losing depth, ensuring your message resonates with diverse audiences
• Learn how to structure messages for quick understanding, adapt communication for executives, peers, and clients

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for professionals who need to communicate clearly and influence effectively in high-stakes, fast-moving environments. It is particularly valuable for emerging professionals seeking to master the art of influence and impact, leaders seeking greater visibility and impact with senior stakeholders, as well as senior leaders and specialists who present to boards and key clients. Whether you are stepping into broader leadership responsibility or refining an established executive presence, this course will help you communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and influence when it matters most.

Certification Criteria

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion from Informa Connect Academy, learners are required to meet two criteria:

• Assessment: Give a presentation on how you will apply the principles of high-performingteams in your workplace
• Punctuality and Attendance: Eligibility for the end-of-course assessment is linked to full attendance | Unavoidable absence of up to 2 hours of the total course duration may beconsidered upon prior written approval to Informa Connect Academy

Delivered by David

David is a leadership adviser, facilitator and executive coach whose clients include C-suite leaders and CEOs in billion-dollar organisations. He helps leaders build stronger teams, strengthen alignment and accountability, and improve performance in complex organisations.

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