Speechworks, Inc.

"Role-playing, videotaping (even though I hated it), and the camaraderie that developed between participants was empowering. I would recommend this workshop to anyone who is in a leadership position and feels their skills need polishing." - Leslie Gordon, Executive Director at the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum ?????????? Thank you, Leslie! We loved working with you, and so appreciate the valuable insights you brought to the group from your experience!! ???? Join us for one of our upcoming Executive Speaker for Women Workshops: - November 13 & 14, 2024 (8:30am – 4:00pm EST) - February 26 & 27, 2025 (8:30am – 4:00pm EST) Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePMKGM4s #women #professionaldevelopment #communicationsdevelopment #communicationskills #confidence #makeyourvoiceheard #diversityandinclusion #DEI

In our workshops, we have the privilege of seeing our clients move from: ?? discomfort and dread.... to a place of awareness and confidence ??... Developing communication skills can seem like a daunting task -- but much less so when you have a safe space to try uncomfortable things in a fun (dare I say...) way. It's all about The Speechworks Difference. ? 1:5 coach to participant ratio -- enabling our coaches to do what they do best -- and spend time with each participant to give individualized feedback; ? We listen to our clients to tailor our workshops to further their goals and ensure our content is relevant to our audience; and ? Communications skill development. After 40 years, we know our lane. #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication

“That’s all speaking is. Listening to the other and trying to see past your own biases to glimpse what they’re trying to say. Showing yourself to the world, and hoping someone else understands.” ― Rebecca F. Kuang ?? Listen. ?? Be yourself. ?? Consider the perspective/goals and objectives of our listeners. I agree, EXCEPT -- we can do more then "hope" someone else understands. In fact, we must. It's SOLELY the speaker's responsibility to: ?? connect with listeners, and ?? make it as easy as possible for listeners to understand intended take-aways. ???? Considering the perspective/goals/objectives of our listeners proactively in preparing for a discussion is ?? to persuasion -- in seeking buy-in or in helping others connect-the-dots to understand our perspectives. #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication

Feedback lessons from a design consultant -- and evidently a "back pocket trick" in the industry to: ? Help orient each party to consider the perspective of the other; and ? Guide a constructive discussion to shine light on the INTENDED message (without the distraction of reactive defensiveness). I like... ?? I wish...?? I wonder... ?? ???? This is NOT the misguided #feedbacksandwich approach???? Having a "go-to" approach to for delivering a message is ?? to helping you articulate your ideas - and intent - clearly. Enjoy! (7 min listen) #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication #feedback #listening

Negotiation lessons from a kid.... ?? ?? Challenge the opposing party's assumptions -- without giving away your power with an emotional reaction; ? ?? Ask for more than what you want -- you don't get what you don't ask for.... and every negotiation, by definition, requires both sides to concede; ?? ?? Eye contact. Look your audience in the eye -- especially when asking for something. ?? Enjoy! #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication #advocacy

Ever felt like your passion gets lost in the formality of a business presentation? We get it. We've all received the memo that to be taken seriously in business, we should be a more serious, muted version of ourselves. But, we disagree. When we cloak our personalities with "serious" (AKA - "boring") -- we mask the wonderful qualities that SHOW that we care... and that we are invested...in the conversation and outcome.... If we fail to convey to our listeners that we care and that we are invested -- how can we expect our audience to buy in? Here's the secret: Bring the intensity of a heart-to-heart chat to your next pitch or talk. Imagine you're at dinner with your closest friend, chatting fervently about something you love. That's the vibe we're after! So, how do you bridge the gap between friend-mode and business-mode? It's all about 1?? eye contact ?? and 2?? making the decision ?? to bring great energy! ?? Eye contact is your lifeline to the audience. That's where connection sparks. ?? Without it, your message falls flat. ?? ?? Then, amp up your facial expressions, gestures, and voice. ?? ?? ?? By cranking up the energy, you're not faking it.... You're reclaiming your authentic self! ?? We call it the "authenticity paradox." By temporarily ramping up your energy, you tap into the genuine intensity you bring to personal conversations. It's not about being someone else. It's about magnifying the best parts of you. So, next time you step into that conference room, dare to bring more of your real personality — more of YOU — to the conversation. It's the key ?? to unlocking your true, electrifying self. ? #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication

We had such a fun day today with this FUN group of ladies from @Pineapple Public Relations! They came in wearing their "boots and spurs", and definitely brought the F-U-N to the learning party! Thank you for such a great day! We enjoyed working with each one of you! ?? ??? #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication

To drive the change needed to turn Barnes & Nobels, Inc. around, ?? Daniel Roth leaned into the mindset of reviving the personal customer-focused experience that keeps book store lovers coming back....in other words ?? ... an audience-focused approach. "Book stores are inherently nice places..and lots and lots of people like being in good book stores. The independent book store has that nailed [....] and the only problem with Barnes & Nobles was that it lost sight of that and tried to become a retailer... and that's sort of antithetical to good book selling. Good book stores are different, they have personalities. They reflect the communities in which they sit." - Daniel Roth, CEO Barnes & Nobel, Inc. By allowing his teams to curate stores by considering the actual customers and communities of each store independently, B&N has successfully righted the ship. ?? ?? Audience-focused messaging is effective. ?? Here's an interesting interview where Daniel Roth discusses exactly how he did it. Enjoy! ??

In our rapidly changing landscape of business models and digital communications, the "HOW" of our communications is ever more important. It's the "HOW" that: ?? Keeps our listeners engaged; ?? Builds rapport and strengthens relationships; and ?? Helps our listeners ACTUALLY UNDERSTAND our message! After all - "...miscommunication leads to misunderstanding, which rarely leads to anything good." -- Charles F. Glassman Whether in spoken or in written communications -- having a strategic -- or persuasive -- approach "marks the difference between a manager and a true leader." - Steph Nagl (Article below) #communicationskills #professionaldevelopment #confidence #learninganddevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #timewellspent #softskills #persuasivecommunication

At Speechworks, Inc., we not only get to help our women clients tackle the fundamentals of #persuasivecommunication, but we also take on other #communicationchallenges that many women often face. Let's empower each other! ????? We meet you where you are – in an intimate group (limited to 8 participants) – to create a safe space to encourage and facilitate growth based on each individual’s needs. We teach and practice practical techniques to help women learn how to communicate effectively while navigating the ranks of #leadership. Your voice matters! ???? Let's shatter those glass ceilings! ???? Join us for our next Executive Speaker for Women on August 21 & 22, 2024 (8:30am – 4:00pm EST) ?? Sign up at www.speechworks.net #women #professionaldevelopment #communicationsdevelopment #communicationskills #confidence #diversityandinclusion #DEI