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Presenting With Impact Workshops

Engage your audience, boost your presence, and leave a lasting impact with influential presentations

Our Presenting with Impact workshops equip professionals with the confidence and techniques to deliver compelling presentations in any setting, whether in the boardroom, at client pitches, or on virtual platforms.

Unlike traditional workshops, you’ll learn through immersive methods of dynamic role play, interactive exercises and real-life scenarios. You’ll also collaborate with others in breakout sessions and build confidence through targeted feedback and coaching.

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Programme Overview

Is it right for me?

This course helps you present with confidence and impact. You will learn how to prepare well, shape clear messages and use your voice and energy to hold attention.

We focus on what your audience needs to think, feel and do and show you simple tools that make your delivery stronger.

If you wish to enhance your ability to convey clear messages, confidently and with the right impact, this workshop is perfect for you.

What will the learning outcomes be?

  • Effective communication techniques

You will explore how mindset affects performance and learn quick techniques to manage nerves and stay focused. Storytelling sits at the centre of the session, using structures that make your message memorable and persuasive.

  • Master constructive feedback

By the end of the session you will have tested your skills in a safe, practical environment and leave with clear next steps to improve how you deliver feedback.

  • Listening and engagement

The course also explains how the brain responds to emotion and why this matters when you want people to connect with what you say. You will practise building strong openings, clear messages and confident closes, and learn how to handle questions with ease.

  • Practical application and feedback

Through interactive activities and practical exercises, participants will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned. They will practice their presentations, receive feedback from peers and facilitators, and refine their skills in a supportive environment.

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Delivery Style

Method

Unlike traditional training, you’ll learn through immersive methods of dynamic role-play, interactive exercises and real-life scenarios. You’ll also collaborate with others in breakout sessions and build confidence through meaningful feedback and coaching.

Workshop elements

Role play – Frameworks – Live scenarios – Breakout sessions

Duration

3 hours

Coaching

Yes

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Partner, Global Law Firm
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L&D Manager, Results Consultancy
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Chief Learning Officer, HR Consultancy
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Learning Solutions Manager, HR Consultancy
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Education and Training Manager, Training Consultancy Firm
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Chief Learning Officer, Global Talent Organisation
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Learning Solutions Manager, Consultancy
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Head of Learning and Development, Top-Tier Pharmaceutical
“Your commitment, genuine engagement, and adept acting skills made a lasting impact on our team. Our Account Management team was thoroughly impressed with how you embraced the role of psychiatrist – it felt incredibly authentic. Your feedback quality stood out, offering valuable observations and specific insights.”
Clinical Training Manager, Sector Leading Pharmaceutical
“Extending our gratitude to the actors – their impactful performance was a highlight. The role play activity stood out as incredibly useful according to participant feedback. The actors’ expertise garnered positive remarks. Their involvement was instrumental in creating an exceptional event.”
HR Manager, Global Organisational Consultancy
“I wanted to express my gratitude for the patience and attentive listening that Julia and Trevor demonstrated. Their dedication to precision without making it burdensome was remarkable. Without a doubt, I foresee our paths crossing again in the near future. It was genuinely a privilege to collaborate with such genuine professionals.”
Professional Development Manager, Multinational Pet Care
“You inspired delegates to embrace storytelling in their leadership approach, even skeptics left naming it as their key takeaway. Working with you is always a pleasure, and we’re excited to turn this into future successes.”
Lead Trainer, Training and Development Consultancy
“Enormous thanks to your team for an exceptional job yesterday. Your commitment, genuine engagement, and adept acting skills made a lasting impact. Each team member took away valuable lessons and actionable goals.”
Partner, Pharmaceutical Company
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Professional Development Manager, Psychology and Business Consultancy Firm
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Product strategy company
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Learning Solutions Manager, HR Consultancy Firm
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Big 4 accountancy firm
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Financial Education Manager, Big 4 Accountancy Firm
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Professional financial services company
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International legal practice
“I absolutely loved the way they approached the scenarios and how much they went out of their way to find out about our company beforehand. It enabled them to weave specific examples into their scenarios with ease.”
Trainer, Global law firm
“I’d like to extend my sincere gratitude to Richard and Charlotte for their invaluable contributions. The feedback from our partners has been overwhelmingly positive. Their exceptional acting prowess added a layer of authenticity that significantly enhanced the credibility of the entire process.”
Global law firm
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Multinational law firm
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International law firm
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Big 4 tech
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Product strategy consultancy firm
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What is Presenting with Impact training?

Presenting with Impact training helps professionals communicate ideas with greater clarity, confidence and influence. It focuses on developing practical presentation skills that enable people to engage audiences, structure messages effectively and deliver presentations that drive action.

Who is Presenting with Impact training designed for?

This programme is suitable for anyone who needs to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, including:

  • Leaders and managers
  • Sales professionals
  • Subject matter experts
  • Project managers
  • Consultants
  • Customer-facing teams
  • Anyone who delivers presentations, pitches or briefings

How can presentation skills improve workplace performance?

Strong presentation skills help professionals explain ideas more effectively, influence stakeholders, build credibility and create greater engagement. Effective presenters are often better able to gain buy-in for projects, communicate change and inspire action.

Can Presenting with Impact training help people who are nervous about public speaking?

Yes. Many participants join because they want to feel more confident when speaking in front of groups. The training provides practical techniques to help individuals manage nerves, build confidence and focus their attention on connecting with their audience rather than worrying about themselves.

What skills will participants develop?

Participants typically learn how to:

  • Structure presentations for maximum impact
  • Communicate with confidence
  • Engage and influence audiences
  • Use storytelling techniques
  • Handle questions effectively
  • Improve vocal delivery and presence
  • Create stronger audience connection
  • Deliver clear calls to action

Why is audience engagement important in presentations?

An engaged audience is more likely to understand, remember and act upon information. Effective presenters move beyond simply sharing information and create experiences that capture attention and encourage participation.

For further insight into audience engagement and communication, see the resources available here.

What makes a presentation memorable?

Research consistently shows that people remember stories, emotions and clear messages more easily than facts alone. Memorable presentations combine strong content, audience relevance, authenticity and confident delivery.

You can learn more about the power of storytelling in communication from the HBR.

Is Presenting with Impact training suitable for virtual presentations?

Yes. The skills taught can be applied to both in-person and virtual presentations. Participants learn how to maintain audience attention, communicate effectively on camera and create engagement regardless of the format.

How does storytelling improve presentations?

Storytelling helps audiences understand complex ideas, retain information and connect emotionally with the message being delivered. Effective storytelling can transform presentations from information-heavy updates into compelling and persuasive experiences.

For additional reading on storytelling and leadership communication, visit TED and the HBR

Can this training help with stakeholder presentations and pitches?

Absolutely. Presenting with Impact is particularly valuable for professionals who need to influence decision makers, present recommendations, secure buy-in or deliver pitches. Participants learn techniques that help them communicate with greater credibility and authority.

What are common presentation mistakes that this training helps address?

Common challenges include:

  • Overloading slides with information
  • Speaking too quickly
  • Lack of audience engagement
  • Unclear key messages
  • Poor structure
  • Overreliance on notes
  • Difficulty handling questions
  • Low confidence or visible nerves

The programme helps participants develop practical strategies to overcome these challenges.

How is Presenting with Impact training delivered?

Training can be delivered through interactive workshops, group programmes, team development sessions or tailored in-house learning experiences. Participants learn through practical exercises, feedback and opportunities to apply techniques in realistic presentation scenarios.

What are the long-term benefits of presentation skills training?

Organisations often invest in presentation skills training to:

  • Improve leadership communication
  • Increase confidence across teams
  • Strengthen stakeholder engagement
  • Support business development efforts
  • Improve knowledge sharing
  • Increase influence and credibility
  • Develop future leaders

Why invest in presentation skills training?

Effective communication is consistently identified as one of the most valuable professional skills. Strong presenters are better equipped to lead meetings, influence decisions, build relationships and drive organisational success.