Results Our Clients Report:

PRESENTATIONS

"It was a breakthrough day for us.  I was surprised by the capacities in my colleagues: A room full of accountants and attorneys became a group of comics and actors.  Fun, new techniques produced wonderful successes..."

-Director of OD and Admin, University of California

 

"Steve has a talent for giving valuable in-depth feedback in a non-threatening manner.  Our reps improved significantly and evaluated the program as time well spent."

- Supervisor, Administration, Cigna

 

"Our success did not go unnoticed.  The knowledge we gained on body-language, stance, vocal/verbal delivery was invaluable..."

- National Training Director, Barbecues Galore

 

"His ability to reach the proper nuances of projection, body language, delivery, inflection, cadences, and most importantly - confidence - is the best I've ever seen."

- Manager of Communications, Pepsico

 

"I believe my presentation to the analysts went surprisingly well, in large part due to your help..."

V.P Corporate Marketing Services, Major Consumer Products Co.

 

"The course has had a significant impact on our presentation and interpersonal skills and we highly recommend it..."

- Manager of Consumer Products - Major Entertainment Company

 

"I just wanted to let you know that the Presentation Skills class you conducted last month really helped.  It was very practical and I was able to put several things to practice immediately...(10 people  boss said) my last presentation was the best I've ever done."

Manager, Customer Satisfaction - Major Automotive

 

CONFLICT

"I've had a major breakthrough around conflict avoidance. I realize conflict is necessary in communicating and getting things done. I engage earlier."

- Senior Manager, Automotive Consumer Products

 

"I recommend your services to anyone who wants to create change and make a difference in their company"

-Director of HR, Williams Worldwide, Inc.

 

"The instruction I received was extremely valuable in learning how to deal with others in a more productive manner."

- Manager of Manufacturing, Pharmacia Upjohn

 

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Results! 

»Coached team to achieve high award level against great odds in international competition

 »Improved company-wide productivity and communication with Conflict Management workshop and coaching


 »Impacted start-up communication environment producing respectful, productive associate interactions 

»Eased tensions, improved effectiveness, established productive behaviors through team intervention with follow-up team-building 

»Impacted organization through leadership development, enhancing communication styles and management results  

»Strengthened company culture and leadership alignment by imbedding corporate vision and expectations within leadership development workshop 

»Coached corporate manufacturing leaders to better teamwork and management communication skills 

»Honored with highest rating for general development presentation at healthcare conference 

»Developed specialized portfolio interview workshop enhancing company capability and increasing sales 

»Trained the Trainer with new Training Director ensuring training and development know-how and successful launch of department 

»Coached team of managers in facilitation for key nationwide corporate presentation increasing the group's confidence and credibility Coached novice speaker to successful performance for key corporate presentation increasing the subject's confidence and presence   

TEAM INTERVENTION

"Steve is highly professional and he has the strong ability to grasp situations and develop a plan for a successful team intervention program."

- Human Resources Director, University

 

"He demonstrated a keen understanding of human nature and was sensitive and discreet throughout our training process.  He was also very responsive to our needs, our calls, our requests.  Without qualification, I would recommend Steve and the services of Expressively Speaking!

- Ph.D. Department Director, University

 

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

"Steve quickly gained insight into each manager's style, the pulse of the team and the corrective action required.  ...He was able to give each manager the tools to communicate openly and truthfully and I feel that he has helped our team to hold each other accountable in a professional and truthful way...

- General Manager, Major Pharmaceutical Manufacturer

 

"Regardless of what we addressed -- conflict, vision, maintenance, or openness -- he used concrete illustrations, all of which helped me become more aware of how I can achieve better communication and outcomes with my colleagues."

- Department Director, University

 

"I discovered each time I stand up for what I believe and expand on my concept, more people are listening and becoming allies to the human value."

- Human Resources Director, Entertainment

 

SPEAKING

"The sessions you did for me at the International Leadership Conference were well attended and received high marks on the feedback sheets.  You work with us has always been well received and impactful!"

- Human Resources Director, (through 3 industries over time) Automotive, Office Retail, Corporate, Fast Food

 

"The evaluations reflected that the audience enjoyed your presentation and rated it very high on the "value" scale.  Thank you very much for helping to make the Annual Conference a success!

- Committee Chair - American Society for Hospital Administrators

 

"I want to thank you for your presentation of Principles of Dynamic Sales Presentations, at our International VAR Conference.  The presentation was well received by both our resellers and our employees."

- Program Manager, VAR Company

 

 

"You made a very graphic demonstration of your thesis that the human body mirrors our strengths and weaknesses of integrity and motivation.  The response was very positive after the Conference on what a fortunate choice you were as our theme for the conference was "Turn up the Power."

- Director District One, Toastmasters

 

 

"We have noticed an increase in productivity since you have spoken."

-Manager, Real Estate

 

 

"Your enthusiastic style and ability to connect with the audience make your topics fun to listen and learn - they are always so interesting and full of self-improvement in both personal and professional life!"

- Director Special Events, Major Fast Food Company

 

References and copies of letters available on request