Confident Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Training (Chicago)

Schedule

Thu Mar 26 2026 at 09:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile | Chicago, IL

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Overcome Anxiety, Speak with Authority, and Inspire Action in Every Room You Enter
About this Event

Strong communication is not the norm, but it is expected!

Many people believe they should be naturally good at speaking. The truth is, great speakers are made, not born.

If speaking in front of others makes you nervous, you are not alone. Public speaking is the most common fear, but it does not have to stay that way.

This training gives you practical tools, expert coaching, and real-time feedback to help you speak clearly, connect with your audience, and handle tough moments with confidence.


Confident Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Training

One-Day Intensive Workshop | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Includes Workbook, In-Person Coaching, Speech Template and Certificate of Completion

Unlock Your Confidence and Master Every Step of Your Presentation

This immersive one-day training guides you through the entire public speaking process from calming nerves to delivering a persuasive speech with confidence. Each session builds on the last to help you develop real skills and walk away with a polished presentation and practical tools for success.

9:00 AM to 9:30 AM | Welcome and Introduction
• Meet your instructor and connect with fellow participants
• Overview of the day’s goals and what you will achieve

9:30 AM to 10:45 AM | Overcoming Public Speaking Fear
• Discover 10 practical techniques to calm nerves quickly
• Learn a simple secret that will eliminate all fear in less than 2 minutes
• Understand the root causes of speaking anxiety
• Learn how to manage nervousness and appear poised

10:45 AM to 11:00 AM | Break

11:00 AM to 12:30 PM | Building Credibility and Rapport
• Master how to introduce yourself with impact
• Become a great storyteller to build trust and rapport with your audience
• Use storytelling to engage your audience and build connection
• Identify your audience’s needs and tailor your message accordingly

12:30 PM to 1:00 PM | Lunch Break

1:00 PM to 2:15 PM | Persuasive Speaking Techniques
• Apply a simple 3-step process to influence and persuade any audience
• Build a clear, logical presentation outline with key points
• Gain confidence in impromptu speaking situations

2:15 PM to 3:15 PM | Interactive Practice and Coaching
• Deliver short speeches using proven speech templates
• Receive personalized coaching and feedback to sharpen your delivery
• Practice handling real-world presentation challenges

3:15 PM to 3:30 PM | Break

3:30 PM to 4:00 PM | Mastering Q&A and Final Tips
• Learn techniques for handling questions confidently and professionally
• Strategies to minimize common presentation weaknesses
• Review final tips and receive your Certificate of Completion

Why Attend This Training?

Public speaking fear is the world’s most common phobia but it is also the easiest to conquer with the right support and practice. This workshop creates a safe, structured environment where you replace fear with success one step at a time.

By participating, you will:
• Identify and profile your audience for maximum impact
• Structure your presentation clearly and persuasively
• Build your credibility and connect emotionally through storytelling
• Manage nerves with simple, effective techniques
• Gain confidence through practice and expert coaching
• Master Q&A sessions and handle unexpected challenges

Real Success Stories

"I went from dreading presentations to looking forward to them. The hands-on coaching made all the difference." --Jenna Morris

"This workshop helped me organize my ideas. The Q&A session gave me tools I use every day." --Carlos Martinez

"The step-by-step process removed my fear and built my confidence. I highly recommend to anyone wanting to improve their speaking skills." --Nina Patel


Do not let fear speak louder than your message.

Secure Your Spot Today!

Limited seats available for this transformational training experience.

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Where is it happening?

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile, 511 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, United States

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USD 1063.58 to USD 2130.66

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