Course Description

How do some speakers have the ability to establish a friendly and immediate rapport with the listeners and hold their attention while they persuade and inspire them?

What is their secret?

It's called "Charisma" and it seems like a magical and mysterious quality that only a few, chosen individuals have. The good news is that Charismatic Communication is a learned skill.

John Plank, a master Speaking Coach, will guide you through all the methods and techniques to becoming a charismatic communicator.

In Vol. 2 of Commanding Presence Online participants will learn the following:

  • How to "be in the moment" when delivering your material in a presentation, meeting, or talk
  • How to make sincere eye contact when you are speaking
  • How to speak effectively from notes
  • How to become a compelling speaker
  • How to control the room
  • Manage your personal performance and anxiety before and while you speak
  • Effectively using technical equipment during meetings and presentations

Additional Commanding Presence Courses

Commanding Presence Online Vol. 1: Eloquence

The Complete Commanding Presence Online Program

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Late Founder of Commanding Presence

John Plank

John was one of the most highly qualified and respected communication coaches in North America. John spent 25 years of his life coaching and helping others. He was a director of workshops and actor training at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival. He taught at universities in Canada and the U.S. and was a popular keynote speaker for conferences. He coached senior executives, lawyers, accountants, broadcasters and professional speakers. As performance coach for CBC Radio and Television, John worked with reporters, news anchors, hosts and Olympic commentators. In his relentless pursuit of perfection for his clients, John used compassion, humour and ingenuity.His internationally acclaimed Commanding Presence™ programs are accredited by law and accounting associations in North America and the U.K. The programs focus on essential public speaking, presentations, and meeting skills for all professionals who wish to elevate their career.

Course curriculum