Public Speaking Classes in Chicago, IL

Now more than ever, digital marketing is at the forefront of communications for businesses and people alike. Digital Marketing is no longer optional - it is the industry standard. Now is the time to educate yourself on how to promote and sell by leveraging online marketing tactics. This course will ignite your curiosity surrounding the fundamentals...

Have you ever noticed that there are some people we just seem to get along with really easily, and then there are others that just rub us up the wrong way? We find ourselves talking at cross purposes & arguments & misunderstanding seem to erupt from nowhere.  Often, what’s at the root of this are our individual behavioral styles –...

The thought of speaking in front of an audience can throw normally calm and confident people into a frenzy. In this workshop, participants will get expert coaching and feedback on ways to strengthen their public speaking skills, from techniques to ease frayed nerves to exercises designed to build confidence and improve focus. We’ll start the workshop...

This is the chance for you to make a difference in how you communicate with others. Learn how to prepare for public speaking and use the power of the spoken word to move others. Through practice, speakers develop polish and finesse. As a result, their confidence builds. The focus is on how to organize ideas and communicate clearly, enabling participants...

Figure out how to be your best when the pressure’s on. The ability to connect with others in an authentic way is the key to being a great speaker – and it carries over into the success of your business and personal life.  This four-hour workshop is limited to 8 attendees who will get live expert coaching as well as video recording and playback...

This course focuses on the basics of improving your public speaking and presentational skills. Our text material is co-created by TEDTalks, an American media organization that posts talks under the slogan "ideas worth spreading". Students will analyze various works of TEDTalk presenters and practice all four skills – listening + speaking, reading...

Storytelling for Business People: Presentations to Elevator Pitches Not all pitches are created equal. You may think you’ve got a unique product, service or business idea but if you can’t tell a compelling story, your message will get lost in translation. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use stories and narrative techniques to capture...

Tired of feeling anxious when presenting yourself or your business to clients, or when hanging around all those back-slapping extroverts at cocktail parties? If so, this workshop is for you!  By joining us you’ll learn: How to manage your public speaking nerves How to create the right communication mindset How to be authentic and likable...

Are you afraid to speak in public? You're not alone. Don't let public speaking be an obstacle in your personal life or professional career. You will learn techniques to increase your speaking confidence whether in the workplace or in social situations. Learn to: Overcome your communication obstacles Confidently communicate your message to any...

There has never been a better time for you to try and get a story of your own creation produced. The business is seeking a wider range of content than ever before, and if you know how to take your idea and develop it into a well structured Intellectual Property, the possibilities are endless. This class shows you how. Using class exercises, group...

Students will learn how to set objectives and planning for a successful presentation, and many more. Strong presentation skills are vital to succeed in business today. Whether you are doing an internal presentation or delivering a multi-million dollar sales presentation, the skills you learn on this workshop will allow to you produce a...

Pre-requisite: Storytelling 1, Storytelling 101 or Story Structure at Writing Pad. Draft of 600-800 word or 5 minute performed story. You’ve got the beginnings of a sexy Moth tale, a moving personal essay or a short tale about yourself but you want to transform your diamond-in-the-rough into a literary gem. Stories are about more than “what...

Utilize skills and tactics by entertainers such as improvisers and actors to elevate your public speaking performance, forget the fear, and learn to love the spotlight! Public speaking is the most common #1 phobia in today's society, and at the same time, our abilities to strongly represent ourselves are becoming more and more of a priority. Whether...

There is no point in a great idea sitting in your head… or on your computer. There are so many opportunities for you to make your own films, publish your own books and produce your own plays there are no excuses why you cannot and should not. This class helps show you how to take your “brilliant idea” and, in one week, lay the groundwork for...

TALKPOWER SKILLS TRAINING FOR:  Eliminating feelings of self-consciousness Reducing rapid heartbeat Eliminating too-rapid speech Eliminating loss of concentration Eliminating thought blocking Reducing high anxiety Eliminating uncontrolled body movement (trembling hands and shaky legs) Eliminating breathlessness Freezing up at the podium...