We frequently coach executives in private sessions, either to sharpen speaking skills in general, to prepare them for a new assignment, or for specific upcoming speeches or presentations. Our help is generally requested in two ways:
(1) by the executive themselves or
(2) by someone in the organization who recognizes a situtation that warrants
personal coaching.
Some examples of assignments:
Researcher had important conference presentation overseas. Company asked us to work with him to insure good product considering different audience and situation.
As these are personal assignments, we can provide specific relevant clients in discussions.
"Your assistance in helping me prepare for the interview was extremely helpful. You helped me feel more confident during the presentation and all said my delivery was much improved." Ronald Dahlin, President, Ferver Engineering Company
"We have utilized Tom's services in the private coaching of one of our senior faculty. There was a marked improvement in the presentation style and the overheads utilized after the sessions with Tom. I personally observed the change in behavior and heard the faculty speak very highly of his time with Tom."
Karen Arden, Associate Dean, USC School of Business Administration
"My thanks to you once again for the friendly, professional manner in which you conduct your training sessions. As a result of your coaching, my presentations have been smooth and well received -- and I have been relaxed."
Nancy Jensen, President, NJ Consulting
Executive coaching is tailored to each specific situation. Here's a typical coaching sequence:
Planning session -- Meet with speaker or sponsor to assess needs and agree on plan. Review videos or audience feedback if available.
First coaching session -- Speaker will be ready with initial material or per assignment. We'll go over their objectives, needs and approaches. We may help with presentations strategy and content developoment or review materials or have a presentation rehearsal. We provide feedback, coaching and video review.
Second and further coaching sessions -- Build on first session. Discuss results so far, or continue development per plan. Review further materials or conduct next-level practice. Further video taping and evaluation. Continue as warranted and agreed upon.