Power Voice for Executives (Level 1)

A day-long (5.5 hours) on-site skills training for 10-30 people. Emphasis on high-level skills that can be applied in real time to all professional communication, both remote and in-person. Includes skills training, individual coaching, group exercises, and informational materials for each participant.

Outcomes:

• Mastery of high-level public speaking skills, and increased confidence in all public appearances.

• Greater impact of messaging in panels and public talks when key stakeholders are in the room.

• The ability to project equal measures of warmth and competence, to create rapport and build trust with key stakeholders.

• The ability to meet professional and social situations with communicable skills, knowledge, expertise and wisdom.

  Skills:

• Learn the Four Pillars of Public Speaking, for maximum impact in all your professional communication, including meetings, pitches, presentations and panel discussions.

• Learn the Four Elements of Expertise to highlight your experience and communicate your value in any leadership task or project.

• Learn valuable Power Communication strategies to build trust with stakeholders, peers, and project teams.

• Learn how to harness the power of Personal Affect so you can calm nervousness and maximize your charisma in any public performance environment.

Contact Alicia for rates and availability.

“Alicia Dara came to Microsoft as our featured guest during our Women’s History Month celebrations, and WOW. There’s still ongoing buzz about how impactful her workshop was and how applicable the content is to women in technology. She gave us stories, laughs, and even actual real-time practice using our voice, words, and actions. We look forward to the next time we can work with her.”- Anne Borozan, Microsoft Women’s Board

“In hyper competitive fields that are full of bluster and posturing and loud voices, it can be hard to speak up. Especially if you’re ‘othered,' and you know you don’t fit the mold. For the past 4 years, Alicia Dara has helped every single female founder in our Graham & Walker accelerator and catalyst programs find her voice, fill it with confidence, and amplify the ‘other’ voices that deserve to be heard. The impact of what you’ve contributed is immeasurable, and is only just beginning. Thank you for magnifying our voices, and helping us find the confidence to project our visions louder.”-Leslie Feinzaig, Founder and GP, Graham and Walker venture fund

"There we were, a group of women knowing that we would have to step out of our comfort zones. I was so impressed with how Alicia handled this delicate situation.  She was able to share such positive feedback, pinpointing each person’s vocal type and give not only amazing general group instruction but was able to benefit each individual according to their own strengths. Within such a short period of time I was able to see changes in everyone, including myself.  We were sitting up a little taller, projecting a little louder, and even though we were all from different areas of the studio there seemed to be a feeling of comradery that will live on after this workshop." -Linda Hayashikawa, Microsoft Halo group

"Alicia's Pubic Speaking Bootcamp for Women made for an extremely valuable evening. Her passion combined with in depth knowledge and professional/personal experience was so evident. I have historically struggled with flushing cheeks and feelings of embarrassment when speaking to small and large groups and Alicia was able to pin point the problems (which I wasn't even aware of) and provide practical, easy to grasp solutions. We were able to practice in front of her and receive individualized feedback which felt encouraging and safe. The process shifted my overall perspective and awareness; my level of confidence when speaking has increased vastly already. I left feeling empowered, supported, and equipped with a toolbox of skills that I have been practicing in every day life ever since."- Sasha B

"I took Alicia's Public Speaking Bootcamp for Women and left feeling energized, confident and with a new found focus for my voice. From the moment I registered to post-event, Alicia has been engaged with positive suggestions, has provided tips and tools for breathing and posture that promote my vocal growth, and she has given me links to websites for some of her personal favorite products and readings/TedTalks! What a star! My key takeaways have left me with the momentum to move forward in discovering and nurturing my true voice, with gratitude." - Alison M

Power Voice for Career Women (Level 1)

A 90-minute in-person or Zoom training for 10-500 women. Functions as a skills training, and a team-building exercise that promotes greater support and solidarity among women in the workplace:

• Learn the Four Pillars of Public Speaking, for use in all your presentations, talks, panel discussions and meetings.

• Learn the Power Pyramid communication style, so you can own your subject anytime you talk.

• Learn Power Answers to high-pressure questions, so you can thrive when you’re in the spotlight.

• Learn group Power Advocacy techniques, so you can create a culture where women’s voices are heard and amplified.

• Learn how to craft your remote Power Presence, so you can maximize your impact in online platforms.

  This training includes instruction on how to structure your weekly Power Voice practice sessions, and also contains a 30-minute question period for group participation in real time. Ideal for women in the tech sector, and in STEM fields, finance, construction, law and healthcare, from mid-size organizations to enterprise companies.

  Contact Alicia for rates and availability.

Power Keynote Speech Coaching for Executives

A 6-week private coaching package (one hour per week via Zoom). A powerful keynote can create exicting opportunities as you gain more visibility and influence in your sector and industry. Skills in this training are trusted by Executives from Cisco, Microsoft, Merrill Lynch, Verizon and other Enterprise companies. Special focus on projecting power and confidence in high-performance environments, and making a strong connection with audiences on a large scale.

• Learn the Four Pillars of Public Speaking, so you can make maximum impact in all your keynotes, presentations, pitches, and panel discussions.

• Learn Power Keynote techniques, so you can create keynote speeches that showcase your particlar skills, knowledge, expertise and wisdom in a unique and compelling way.

• Learn Power Storytelling skills, so you can optimize your messaging and tailor it to a wide variety of audiences.

• Learn how to Power Performance strategies, so you can calm nervousness and maximize your charisma in any performance environment.

Package is comprised of one remote coaching session per week, and also includes 3 hours of content review (done by Alicia). Requires some writing exercises, and two 30-minute at-home practice sessions per week.

Contact Alicia for rates and availability.