High Impact Presentation & Communication Skills

The programmes within this Communication pillar are not “off-the-shelf” courses. They are designed as a menu of development options that can be combined, adapted and shaped to reflect what is really happening inside your organisation. What initially presents as a “communication problem” frequently turns out to be something deeper – a question of confidence, trust, conflict, influence or clarity of management.

These outlines are therefore best read as catalysts for discussion – prompts to help you reflect on how people currently communicate, where friction or misunderstanding arises and what kind of development will genuinely shift behaviour. In practice, the most effective solutions often draw on complementary elements from across our other pillars – Personal Development, Management and Leadership, Business Development and Senior-Level Leadership and Talent Development. Every intervention we deliver is built in partnership with you, around your culture, your people and the outcomes you need to achieve.

By the end of the programme participants will be able to:

• Structure presentations for clarity and impact
• Speak with greater confidence and presence
• Use body language and voice to enhance delivery
• Create visuals that support rather than distract from the message
• Manage nerves using practical preparation techniques
• Respond to questions with professionalism and composure
• Adapt communication to different audiences

1. Understanding Your Audience

• Knowing what matters most to the people you are presenting to
• Tailoring communication to expectations and needs

2. Structuring Powerful Presentations

• Creating a clear opening, message flow and close
• Prioritising key messages to avoid overload

3. Enhancing Delivery Skills

• Effective voice control and pace
• Confident and purposeful physical presence

4. Managing Nerves

• Techniques to reduce anxiety
• Turning energy into positive performance

5. Visual Aids and Slide Design

• Designing visuals that support storytelling
• Avoiding common slide and media pitfalls

6. Handling Questions Professionally

• Techniques for responding clearly and confidently
• Maintaining message control under pressure

7. Adapting Communication Style

• Recognising different styles and preferences
• Flexing approach to build stronger connection

There are no specific prerequisites for this course.

Attendees may also be subsequently interested in

• Effective Storytelling
• Managing Productive Meetings

Suitable for anyone who wants to improve confidence and effectiveness when communicating in:

• Presentations
• Team meetings
• Client and stakeholder interactions
• Public-facing or internal communication settings

Relevant across all roles and levels.