• Credibility and confidence: January workshops
• New workshops for NFP leaders
• 5 habits of effective and credible speakers

Our 2010 resolutions here at Harris Merrill:

Coach excellence in self-expression
Save the world from boring speeches

Confidence and Credibility

Our new small-group workshops have accomplished big things for participants. In them, you get:

• Tips you can use immediately
• Strong coaching tailored to your strengths
• Consultation on your message
• Supportive listeners—the best way to practice
• A chance to learn from the progress and practice of your group members

The effective, fast, affordable way to take your speaking skills to the next level.

• Thursday, January 14, 2-5PM 3 spaces open
• Friday, January 22, 9:00-Noon 3 spaces open
• $69 fee includes our book "T is for Talk," a follow-up phone session, and special rates for future private coaching.

Is now the time to take your presentation skills to the next level? If you are a Not-for-Profit executive, or a passionate board member, greater public speaking expertise can help you:

• Build connections with civic groups
• Present your case to donors
• Motivate volunteers
• Advance your career

The success of your opportunities to persuade, impress and enroll depend on you speaking and presenting with the greatest possible confidence and credibility. In this hands-on, brains-on workshop, you'll get practical, immediately useful techniques and practice that will make you a better speaker. If you are a skillful presenter already, then now may be the time to become even better.

$69 includes a 3-hour workshop with taping and feedback, one follow-up phone session, and our book, T is for Talk.

Friday, February 5, 9 AM – 12 NOON

To arrange a custom workshop for your staff or board members, please contact Maureen Merrill, 544-7286, or email: maureen@harrismerrill.com

Resolve to communicate with confidence in 2010

1. End sentences cleanly, with a drop in your voice rather than a questioning tone.
2. Eliminate junk words such as like, sort of, incredibly, and y'know.
3. Collect quotes and saying to use in talks; memorize several favorites.
4. Practice your own self-introduction; it’s probably your most frequent public speech
5. Notice and avoid fidgety gestures, such as playing with your hands or touching your face.

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