Our Washington, D.C.-based presentation and leadership communication skills consultancy includes a team of eight expert coaches. Through group training programs and 1-1 coaching engagements, Spoken with Authority elevates the presence and expands the influence of professionals at law firms, corporations, associations, professional services, and non-profit organizations, as well as promotes inclusion in their organizations.
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US，District of Columbia，Washington，20002
Are you currently planning programming for your law firm's 2025 #summerassociates? Whether you're looking for an in-person #workshop or a #webinar, we're booking now! Schedule a call to discuss your goals and timeline: https://lnkd.in/ePzUFW6Z #lawfirm #biglaw #lawyers #attorneys
On #InternationalWomensDay, we're honoring the women we work with and those on our team. We're also proud to share that earlier this year, Spoken with Authority was recently certified by WBENC as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB). While we're confident that many of our clients and supporters know we are woman-owned, this certification is an important way to affirm our commitment to diverse and inclusive workplaces. Clockwise from top left: Amyah Hill, Christine Clapp, Jean Costanza Miller, Ph.D., Lisa Richard, Amanda Pruden, Terri Dahl, Michele Morrissey, M.A., CCC-SLP, Lynne Adrine #womeninbusiness #womeninleadership #womenentrepreneurs #womenowned #wbencnetwork
Are you looking at bringing #training or #coaching into your organization for #publicspeaking, #presentationskills, or #executivepresence? Our team is almost fully booked for spring 2025, so schedule a call to learn more and secure your preferred date(s). Get started here: https://lnkd.in/ePzUFW6Z ?? : Ivan Anhe Productions
Do you know, or have you been told, that you communicate in an unfiltered, "stream of consciousness" style? The "stream of consciousness" concept refers to the natural flow of ideas and feelings we experience. However, in professional communication, it can become a puzzle that others struggle to piece together. By organizing our thoughts clearly and concisely, we reduce the cognitive load for our communication partners, ensuring a more focused and productive dialogue. To learn about common reasons for the "stream of consciousness" communication style, as well as strategies to guide your discussions toward greater clarity and connection, check out this article written by SWA Coach and Facilitator Michele Morrissey, M.A., CCC-SLP: https://lnkd.in/gb5xthdA #communicationstyles #businesscommunication #professionalcommunication #leadershipcommunication #executivepresence #professionalpresence
?? Are you nervously anticipating a big presentation this spring? Maybe it's speaking on a stage at a conference or gala, or delivering a virtual presentation over Teams or Zoom. It could be presenting to the board of directors, lobbying or advocating for an important issue or initiative, pitching to potential clients or persuading current clients. If so, thanks to our proven framework for our Presentation Preparation Coaching engagement, we can help you achieve a personal best! ?? With 3 hours of coaching, using our proven methods and strategies, you'll be more prepared, confident, and polished than ever before. Then you have a 30-minute debrief with your coach to celebrate and reflect on how you can build on these skills for future presentations. Our Presentation Preparation Coaching clients are saying: ?? "I knew I could do this!" ?? "The level of support exceeded my expectations." ?? " I’ll go into future presentations more confident because of this experience." ?? "I learned tips to not only make my speech compelling, but to feel my best when giving the presentation." ?? "I felt more in command of the information, adopted a conversational flow that opened the door to questions, and effectively reached my audience." Schedule a call to discuss your upcoming presentation: https://lnkd.in/ePzUFW6Z #presentationskills #presentationskillstraining #publicspeakingcoach #keynotespeaker #executivepresence #boardmeeting #conference #clientpitch #clientmeeting
We're hosting a *FREE* webinar, “Move Forward with Feedback", facilitated by Jean Costanza Miller, Ph.D. Make sure to attend it on March 6th from 12-1 p.m. ET / 9-10 a.m. PT!
In recent years, Spoken with Authority has heard from more clients than ever about that need for professionals to get better at giving and receiving #feedback. And, it’s no surprise! According to PwC research, 60% of employees would like to receive feedback daily or weekly, and that percentage rises to 72% for employees under the age of 30. But all too many managers and leaders dread performance assessments and giving feedback. That’s why Spoken with Authority developed a new group training program in 2024 called "Move Forward with Feedback,” which reframes feedback as a first step, instead of last resort, and provides the COMMA Framework for giving timely feedback relevant to different workplace situations. The session will explore ways of reducing defensiveness when receiving critical feedback and offers opportunities to practice giving and receiving feedback in non-judgmental role plays. "Move Forward with Feedback" has already received positive reviews from participants: ?? Engaging, applicable, and realistic examples. ?? The COMMA framework and time to role play were wonderful. ?? The workshop provides a clear path on providing useful feedback! ?? The communication skills I learned were broader than just feedback. ?? Actionable tips I can apply to my day-to-day life both professionally and personally. ?? The framework?is a useful tool for how to approach conversations and soften the pressure and pain of giving / receiving feedback. ?? Will make me more conscious of the feedback I give and receive. Also, makes me think of the opportunities I let pass by when I should have given feedback. Please join us for a free 60-minute demonstration webinar on March 6, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. PT by SWA Facilitator?Jean Costanza Miller, Ph.D.?to find out if "Move Forward with Feedback” could be a good addition to your organization’s training offerings in 2025. Seats are limited; please register online:? https://lnkd.in/eT83jgFp #professionaldevelopment #employeeengagement #leadershipcommunication
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Planning programming for your 2025 #summerassociates? Whether you're looking for an in-person workshop or a webinar, we are booking now! Link in the comments to schedule a call to discuss your goals and timeline. #lawfirm #biglaw #lawyers #attorneys
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Opening lines don't have to be hokey to be attention-grabbing. They can be strategic in achieving the purpose of your #presentation. SWA Coach and Facilitator Jean Costanza Miller, Ph.D. shares the following #tips to transform your presentation openings. ?? Pitching: Consider starting with an allusion to the problem your company solves. One client will be starting his next pitch to potential investors with a collage of real headlines about security lapses that his company prevents. ?? Training: Consider starting with an analogy that relates the new skill to something familiar or by drawing a contrast between the old way and new way of doing the task. Navigating by the stars vs. GPS, anyone? ?? Advocating: Consider starting with a statistic and making it a puzzle. 1.8 seconds per century....PAUSE...that's how much a day increases, on average, due to the earth's slowing rotation. 600 million years ago, our day would have been only 21 hours! (from BBC Science Focus) Let's make good use of our time! You can start with a question, a compelling quotation, a shocking fact or statistic, an anecdote, or even an unexpected action. What's important is that the opening is relevant to your topic and truly grabs the audience's attention. You can work into your greetings to the audience or your self-introduction after you gain attention. We are often tempted to begin as we've seen others begin a million times. If there is one thing to try that goes against the norm, it's this one. Show that you care enough to be creative. Make your opening line work for you...and more importantly, for your audience! Want to elevate your speech introductions or other aspects of your presentation skills? Reach out to discuss your goals and timeline: https://lnkd.in/ePzUFW6Z Text on graphic: Nail Your First Impression: Transform Your Presentation Openings! #presentationskills #presentationskillstraining #publicspeakingtips #publicspeaking
We can tell you how amazing our team of #coaches and #facilitators are, but we thought we'd let our happy #clients tell you! #publicspeakingcoach #presentationskillstraining #professionalpresence #executivepresence #professionaldevelopment #leadershipcommunication #workplacecommunication