Overview

Communication is the language of leadership…and that language is changing. For leaders who influence agencies and the public, exceptional communication skills are not an option--it is mandatory. 

This course and its accompanying workbook are designed to develop the presentation and communication skills necessary for influencing a multi-generational workforce and audience. If you want to learn adaptive communication skills that boost your leadership effectiveness, then this course is perfect for you! This course will give you the tools to communicate successfully in an evolving world.

Learning Objectives

In this course, you’ll learn:

  • The changing nature of communication and how to communicate in a multi-generational environment
  • What an EPIC presentation is and how to give one
  • The nature of inspiration and motivation and how to speak to your team using both
  • The keys to persuasively communicating your Agency’s vision
  • How storytelling can influence the public sector and how to tell stories that create mental movies for your listeners
  • The 6 principles of a persuasive communicator
  • How to communicate to different personalities and understand group dynamics

 

Is This Course for You?

This course is perfect for every leader or those preparing for leadership. This course is for you if you’re:

  • Needing to communicate in a multi-generational environment
  • Wanting to grow your ability to motivate and inspire your team
  • Wanting to understand the changing nature of communication so you can be an effective communicator

 

Course curriculum

About this course

  • $497.00
  • 0 lessons
  • 6 hours of video
  • Downloadable workbook

Important Details

  • Digital & On Demand

    Go at your own pace with detailed, step-by-step trainings. Guided by videos and handouts, you’ll get results, and quickly close the skill gap.

  • Community and Q&A

    Learning is best done when fully supported. That’s why you’ll get access to the Community, where you’ll get feedback on your questions from community members and facilitators.

  • Completion Certificate

    Show off your achievements to your supervisor and coworkers — not just through your new skills, but through a Certificate you can hang in your office and share on your LinkedIn profile.

  • Accessibility Features

    Closed captioning and downloadable transcripts are available. Handouts are formatted for assistive readers.

  • Mobile Friendly

    Access any course on your mobile device and continue learning wherever you go.

  • Lifetime Access

    Retain lifetime access to all course content, including updates.

Instructor

Dr. Brian Wade

Dr. Brian Wade has been involved with generational and cultural mega-trends and meta-narratives since the mid-’90s. He has 20+ years of experience in senior leadership positions focusing on leadership, change management, communication, and emotional intelligence. He is a passionate leadership futurist and an expert in leadership development and helps organizations understand the times, harness change, and design the future of leadership. Dr. Wade is also a public speaking coach for country music superstars, news personalities, corporate trainers, educators, entrepreneurs, and business people of all kinds. His courses on public speaking flow from decades of experience and the latest in research and scholarship to help you overcome fear, master public speaking, and excel with advanced communication insights.

Testimonials

“Learning, wisdom and emotional depth are hard to find in speakers today. Brian Wade combines each of these with humor and grace. He never disappoints.”

Stephen Mansfield, New York Times Bestselling Author, International Speaker

“If you’re looking for a coach who will help boost your confidence and polish your presentation, absolutely go with Brian! Brian understands the brain science behind fear and public speaking. This really helps you understand the root cause of your issue so you can correct it. A big part of this is understanding fear and how to banish it. He helped me grow a TON not only in my delivery but my confidence. Whatever skill or presentation goals you have, Brian will help you crush it! "”

“After taking a break from speaking engagements for a little while, I worked with Brian to help get me focused and prepare me to go back to work. He helped me fine tune my speech and delivery and prepared me better than I have ever been to get back out in front of a large audience with confidence. He is a pleasure to work with!”

Naomi Judd

CFO Core Competencies

FAQ

  • How do I get started?

    Your first step is to click any of the bright orange buttons to purchase the course. Your first step will be creating your account (if you don't already have one with us). Then, you will enter your p-card information.

  • How long do I have to complete the course?

    You retain lifetime access to the course. If a course is retired, you will be notified and can download the materials.

  • Are there any additional fees or costs?

    No! The course price listed is the only price you will pay for full access to this course.

  • Can I email the instructor if I have questions?

    When you purchase this course, you are automatically added to the Community, where you can post questions for your instructor to answer.

  • Can I buy multiple copies of this course for my department?

    Absolutely! We offer discounted bulk sales to all agencies. Simply email [email protected] with the name of the course and the number of seats you want to purchase, and we will respond with pricing and purchasing options.

  • More questions?

    Please email us a [email protected], and we'll be happy to answer any of your questions.