Cynthia Lockrey

We all want to have our voice heard and create a positive connection with others. In this interactive presentation/workshop, we’ll explore practical ways to strengthen your communications skills at work as well as with friends and family. It starts with understanding how to adjust your communications style to meet the needs of your audience (based on their personality, interest and ability to process what you’re saying). From there, we’ll look at how to clear on your message, understand the role of emotions and facts, have a clear call to action and finally, the importance of body language.

We now have countless technologies and ways to share information with our customers and target audience. Yet the age-old tool of storytelling is still the best way to make a personal connection so people tune in to what you’re saying. The art of storytelling can be weaved into all your communications. In this presentation we will break down the elements of a story, uncover what makes a good story, learn the importance of storytelling as well as how to use it in your social media, presentations, emails, social media and more.

This presentation will help participants feel more confident, prepared and focused when presenting. We will discuss how to create presentations that connect with your audience, how much information is too much and the role of storytelling. Other areas covered include an understanding of body language, best use of power point, as well as active listening skills.