The Art of Confident and Creative Communication
Powerful public speaking and presentations built on your unique qualities as a communicator.
Course overview
This two day course is highly interactive. You’ll learn how to tap into your own strengths and build on your unique qualities as a communicator.
Participants will be involved in a variety of activities for learning – small and large group discussion, physical and vocal warm-ups – that help prepare for presentations, brainstorming, doing presentations and receiving feedback, storytelling, listening, off-the cuff deliveries, and reading and discussing handouts.
What you'll learn
- Apply skills that will build rapport with small and large groups
- Employ creative techniques for preparation and delivery of speeches
- Shape material and choose content for maximum impact in oral delivery
Course topics
- Developing a persuasive and impressive speaking style
- Shaping content for maximum impact
- Modifying delivery for small and large groups
- Developing spontaneity within a prepared scenario
- Harnessing nerves and deal with resistance
- Building a sparkling dynamic into presentation content
- Basic skills of breathing, eye contact and physical stance
Further Information
Format
This course is delivered as a full-day in-person workshop at our Wellington venue. It includes a mix of facilitator-led sessions, small-group exercises, and whole-group discussion. Group size is limited to12 participants to ensure meaningful interaction and personal feedback. Lunch and afternoon tea are provided to support networking and collaboration.
What You'll Receive
You will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a Wellington Uni-Professional digital badge. These include the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours completed, making them suitable for recognition by professional organisations and employers.
Here's what others are saying
“Angie is a dynamic, engaging, supportive facilitator. Prepared to push/extend on boundaries in a unique way and in a safe environment.”
“Wonderfully confrontational. Something I desperately needed and will continue to practice throughout my working and professional life.”
“Anyone that wants to feel more comfortable in front of a crowd should take this course! I have learned a lot and made connections with great people.”
Upcoming Courses & Delivery Options
11 Sep 2025 | Wellington
Duration: 2 days
$NZD 1,395
excl. GST
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