Leading with Impact: Communication Masterclass

True leaders don’t just talk — they connect, inspire, and transform.

Learn the secrets of legendary communicators like Obama and Oprah in The Art of Leadership Communication. 

Elevate your presence, master body language, and lead with confidence.

Event Details

🗓️ Date: Saturday, 26 April 2025

🕕 Time: 11.00am - 12.30pm AEST

📍 Location: Boyd Community Hub - Assembly Hall, Southbank

Facilitated by Bilal Ahmad, this session will cover:

 ✅ Introduction

• Importance of leadership communication
• Impact of poor communication on morale and performance
• Debate: Is it how you say it or what you say?

 ✅ Historical Leadership Communication Styles

• Case Study: William Gladstone vs. Benjamin Disraeli
• Passion vs. Persuasion in leadership
• Key takeaways on influence over aggression

 ✅ Lessons from Great Communicators

• Barack Obama: Authenticity, storytelling, emotion, unity
• Oprah Winfrey: Emotional intelligence, deep connection, non-verbal mastery

 ✅ The Science Behind Effective Communication

• The Three Modes of Persuasion: Logic, Intuition, Emotion
• Studies on why emotional appeal outweighs pure logic

 ✅ Essential Leadership Communication Tools

• Intentional listening
• Communicating without judgment
• Speaking last (putting the team first)
• Mindfulness in communication
• Positive energy as a leadership trait

 ✅ Mastering Body Language for Leadership

• The power of non-verbal cues
• Practical exercises to refine body language
• The psychology of hand gestures and posture

 ✅ Closing Thoughts

• Summary of key takeaways
• Encouragement to apply lessons in real-world leadership

About the Facilitator

 Bilal Ahmad is a seasoned technology executive with nearly 20 years of experience in driving IT strategy, innovation, and leadership. With a Global Executive MBA and a certification as a life coach, he blends stoic philosophy and modern leadership principles to empower individuals and teams.

Passionate about self-discovery and growth, Bilal’s workshops inspire leaders to lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose. He thrives on creating environments where innovation and collaboration drive lasting success. At his core, Bilal believes that true leadership begins with self-leadership, enabling others to reach their highest potential.