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COMMUNICATE AND LEAD WITH AUTHENTICITY, PRESENCE, AND IMPACT

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73%

of people believe they would be more successful if they improved their speaking and communication skills*

Source: *Ravinal, 2024

Connected Speaking empowers individuals to speak, listen, and engage with confidence and clarity so employees and organizations can thrive.

What sets the best communicators apart?

The best communicators are connected with themselves, their listeners, and the present moment.

It may sound simple but professionals at all levels report a lack of confidence speaking. They often have techniques that mask self-doubt but limit their ability to connect and influence others.

Through transformative training practices, Connected Speaking helps individuals break free from these limitations to embrace authentic expression, build deeper connections, and be in a natural state of leadership more often.

Learn more here.

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The Connected Speaking Proven Method

Most people enjoy 1-1 conversations. They’re present. Engaged. Listening. It’s safe to be themselves. It feels connective.
 
Our approach enables individuals to tap into this comfort and 1-1 connection whether in meetings with prospective partners, team members, or speaking with an audience of 100. Online or in-person.
 
With practice, this presence-based, authentic communication approach enables both speakers and listeners to feel seen and heard.

Our approach is based on the 5 Connected Principles, drawn from methods pioneered by Lee Glickstein, the founder of Speaking Circles®: 

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1. Connected Breath: Ground with full, intentional breaths

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2. Connected 1:1: Converse with one person at a time

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3. Connected Listening: See and acknowledge your listeners

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4. Connected Presence: Be in the moment

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5. Connected You: Let who you are shine through

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Training Outcomes

Outcomes depend on the individual, organization, and their goals but can include:

Stronger,
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Growth

and Professional Development

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Greater Trust
and Collaboration

Elevating

Diverse Voices

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Increased

Business Development

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Testimonials

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“With other speaking coaching I've been critiqued in front of a group and told that some people were more ‘natural’ speakers than others. Liz helped me explore how I could be my best self and consider the assets I already, naturally bring. She is so warm and inclusive and brings a lot of ease to it. Now I’m doing so much speaking and it's thanks in large part to our work together.”

Radhika Nayar, Director,
Private Foundation

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