Why Intentional Influence matters

We know how much the world has changed. And so has the way we communicate.

More ‘heavy-lifting’ is being asked: remote learning hybrid models, video calls, virtual conferences, online presentations, onsite and offsite interactions.

There's so much noise. And the sheer volume of information makes influential cut-through with stakeholders even harder.

Intentional Influence is about becoming consistently influential when communicating - in both the planned and spontaneous moments. For example:

Presenting, giving a talk or speech.
Facilitating or participating fully in meetings.
During 1:1 conversation.
Moderating or being part of panel discussions.
Interviewing or being interviewed.
Coming across powerfully online.

To influence successfully, people need to be comfortable, competent and engaging. To have a personable and professional presence.

Their success is tied to this ability to ethically engage and inspire confidence, trust and action.

This comes down to both what they say and how they say it.

The program is designed specifically for people who need to:

Influence different and often multiple stakeholders.
Frame their messages to persuade and convince.
Develop further capability in personal power and professional presence.
Change opinions and gain action, regardless of organisational position.
Influence in the best ways for their own personality and the people they're aiming to
persuade, while remaining authentic.

Outline

Part 1: Influence as an inside job:

The qualities and characteristics that make you influential.
The dynamics of first and continuing impressions.
Myths, pitfalls and mistakes that diminish your chance to influence.
Owning your voice, stepping up and speaking up. And the 4 ‘vocal elements’.
Understanding your own linguistic style, and how that impacts perception of you, and potentially, success in persuading others to your way of thinking or action.

Part 2: Influence in the world:

12 ‘charisma’ tactics.
How to tailor and adapt your style and move flexibly between styles.
Priming & framing – set up, and position, messages the right way (and not sabotage).
Virtual influence - influencing online (if applicable).
Create your own influencing plan

The training has these elements:

Interactive while still safe. Ideas are introduced and discussed in both the whole group and small breakouts. Role-playing can be used if desired.

Background to Improve Your Public Speaking and Director, Sarah Denholm

Improve Your Public Speaking was founded in 2009 by Sarah Denholm, to help people become better speakers and presenters. Originally a classical pianist, Sarah lost her nerve in her 20’s and nearly lost her career - learning how to speak in public was her way back. She now coaches, speaks and trains both individuals and groups globally to improve their public speaking, presentation and influencing skills through her Intentional Influence® and Speakers Confluence® programs.