ELEVATE YOUR EXECUTIVE PRESENCE, COMMUNICATION & STORYTELLING SKILLS AT THIS 1.5 DAY EVENT
The Academy
Join Us at
DECEMBER 12-13, 2024
The Conrad Hotel | Nashville, TN
“The Academy took my executive voice
from ho-hum to maximum impact.”
April Hansen, Group President, Aya Healthcare
The Executive Influence Imperative
Persuasive communication and presentation skills are the most critical, yet least developed, leadership capability in business today.
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE: A FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE
13%
Only 13% of U.S. employees strongly agree that leadership communicates effectively.
22%
Only 22% of employees strongly agree their leaders have a clear direction for the organization.
Source: Gallup
Win Your High Stakes Moments.
Corporate presentations
Sales pitches
Investor pitches
Job interviews
Performance reviews
Team meetings
Convincing a jury
Motivating your board of directors
The Academy
the High impact Leader’s go-to for crave worthy results
WHO ATTENDS
39%
C-Level Executives
45%
Director Level leaders and managers
16%
Other (lawyer, salesperson, etc.)
WHY ATTEND
47%
To inspire & motivate my team
38%
To advance my career
14%
To prepare for a big meeting / event
THE RESULTS
93%
Recommend this to others
94%
Receive a meaningful boost in my knowledge
94%
Left with a clear action plan
“Leadership requires two things… a vision of the world that does not yet exist, and the ability to communicate it.”
SIMON SINEK
How It Works
THE ACADEMY
1
Complete a pre-event assessment to identify your upcoming high stakes moments, where you feel strong and where you struggle, etc.
PRE-WORK
2
Receive anonymous feedback from 3-5 people you select to understand how others perceive your presentation and communication skills.
PEER REVIEW
3
ATTEND ACADEMY
Attend the Academy event to learn from experts, workshop your skills, and level up with like-minded peers.
4
THE ROAD AHEAD
Continue the journey together and go win your High Stakes Moments!
THE ACADEMY
The Agenda
CURRICULUM
Day One
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The new leadership imperative
Key considerations for executives
Applying effective storytelling and influence in a wide array of corporate settings
Myth busting: how executive communication is a learnable skill
The ROI of executive influence
The new hierarchy of leadership success: from basic presentation skills to world changing thought leadership
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Understanding authenticity, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence
Self-assessment
How you show up and how others perceive you
Active listening and empathy as crucial leadership competencies
Managing your emotional charge
Unpacking confidence – in self, and in others
The evolution of emotional resonance and human centered communication
Interactive workshop exercises
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Narrative and presentation structure for high stakes moments
The ABC’s of storytelling
Models and metaphors – when and how to use each construct
Quick research strategies to discover powerful stories
Crafting your thru-line (central message) and it’s supporting ideas
The multi-modal framework
Powerful openings and endings
Content development and research approaches
Tension and release
Deconstructing complex concepts into understandable and memorable stories
Building messages that boost inspiration, buy-in, confidence, alignment and impact
Storytelling workshop
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Presentation skills and delivery mechanics for all high-stakes settings
Stage and executive presence
Physiology
Using body language and voice inflection to capture attention and drive influence
Delivery workshop
Day Two
CURRICULUM
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Communication mastery off the stage – from board meetings to sales presentations to team meetings to one-on-ones
Quick win tactics to enjoy a near-term boost in communication effectiveness
Approaches and systems to deliver compelling stories
Interactive workshop
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Getting in the reps: preparation techniques to deliver a critical message, while remaining authentically you
Train like a pro: watching tape and ongoing learning routines
The ideal practice plan
Finalizing and building your 90-day action plan
THE ACADEMY
The Experience
Meet Your Experts
Josh Linkner
NY Times Best Selling Author, Industry Leading Keynote Speaker, 5x tech founder, Venture Capital Investor
RYAN ESTIS
Best Selling Author, Industry Leading Keynote Speaker, Experienced CRO, 2x Founder, Venture Investor
SETH MATTISON
Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World, Bestselling Author & Future of Work Strategist
PETER SHEAHAN
C-Suite Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author & Venture Capital Partner
Ticket Pricing
INDIVIDUAL
$3950
Standard Rate
$2475
Special Offer
GROUP: 5+ TICKETS
Call for Quote
“I now have the tools and techniques required to be a more influential leader and seller.”
Brian Spoljarick, Regional Sales Director, Wiz
Join Us at
The Academy
DECEMBER 12-13, 2024
The Conrad Hotel | Nashville, TN
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