Managing Meetings

Being organised and well managed can transform the outcome of any meeting or conference, whatever its aim and agenda. There is a vast difference between those who handle these experiences with panache and style and those who merely manage a pedestrian contribution to the occasion.

The establishment of the chair's strength of character and physical presence from the outset is of considerable importance. Manner and body language can affect the success of the event. Subtle nuances of vocal tone, inflection and modulation, the control of pace, use of pause, choice of vocabulary are all of paramount importance.

Our training includes giving guidance on how to:

• stay in control of the meeting
• develop the sensitivity and perception to anticipate areas of contention
• deflect potential areas of personal or professional conflict

These interventions should be handled with dignity and integrity. When managed discreetly and professionally, these skills look easy, but to be executed well, and to look natural, good training is essential.

We work with individuals to refine their physical presence, projection of energy and personality, vocal tone and subtlety of vocal delivery, timing, use of pause and modulation. Ideally, this training should be on-going so that the delegate has time to put the experience into practice before returning a few months later to further develop and hone the skills already acquired.
 
Please call us on 01730 815071 for a free telephone consultation to discuss how we can meet your communication needs.