Cheryl Dolan and Associates
 

Platinum Presence Workshops

Leveraging Your Most Valuable Innate Resources

93% of what people remember about what you say is how you say it.

7% is from the words you use.

Even with the most carefully chosen words, the impact of your message is directly related to your Presence* - how you “show up”, as you deliver your message– in the boardroom, in an interview, on a stage, or in any situation.

Each individual innately possesses a unique message and a powerful, resourceful state of being -- a state of confidence, ease, and trust – in our minds and our bodies. You can CHOOSE to access this state at will and to transform your relationship with your body, voice and audience.

In the Platinum Presence Program you repeatedly practice flexibility and being present in the moment. This allows you to be highly effective, relaxed, and confident. You will experience being a speaker and a listener in a whole new way. This is also a unique and powerful teambuilding experience. Platinum Presence is a unique, highly interactive, energetic, experiential and practical program, conducted in a comfortable small group setting. It draws upon cutting edge clinical research and practical experience in the fields of neuroscience, sensory integration, systems theory, coaching, speech and language, voice and leadership.

The Platinum Presence Workshop consists of:
  • 3 non-consecutive full day sessions of rapid, repeated practice, which includes in-the-moment presentation, coaching, active audience participation, and the teaching of practical principles and concepts.
  • 1 hour session of in-person individual coaching
  • Ongoing feedback on presence - physical, verbal content and non-verbal movement including voice, posture and speech
  • Individual videotaping to see the image you're projecting
  • Platinum Presence workbook, materials and individual learning worksheet.
You will experience:
  • Being intentional about what you say and how you say it
  • Your ability to refocus energy and beliefs to strengthen your presence
  • Choosing response rather than reaction or habit
  • Being seen and valued for your unique qualities and presence
  • Recovering your most resourceful state when “thrown off”
  • Being a masterful listener and observer
  • Ease and confidence when expressing yourself in varied situations
Benefits:
  • Powerful personal leadership presence
  • Increased business, impact and results
  • Highly effective team dynamics and interaction
  • Decreased stress and anxiety
  • Greater ease, self-confidence, and joy in communicating
  • Improved high value professional and personal relationships

What People are Saying

"The team found the program extremely valuable, for reasons that were unique to each individual. It was also a fantastic team-building experience! We were amazed at how much we learned and could apply right away (and we're a team of seasoned trainers and consultants). I'm excited to provide this opportunity to people in the organization with all levels of presentation experience!"

—Margie Naddaff, Director, Employee & Organization Development, Harvard University.

"Cheryl does an amazing job of helping one bring out their best when they are presenting to a group. Her insights and coaching tips go beyond the normal feedback to really helping you as a person step into your best self. "

—Nick Craig, Organizational Consultant; Director, Truepoint.

"I got rave reviews and 6 new clients! I have finally found my voice and I now know how to access it successfully. Thanks, Cheryl."

—Carol Gignoux, Executive and Business Coach, Professional A.D.D. Coach, CEO: ~~Inventing your Future~~

I just finished a presentation to about 50+ people. After the meeting my boss wanted to let me know how good the presentation was and 'how relaxed I looked compared to the last one I did'. It was actually pretty fun. I WAS relaxed. Most importantly I spoke slowly and was just 'me'. No nerves . . . I could tell people were listening since I was taking time to look at them. . . I was very happy with the way that it went!"

—Stephanie Pearsall, Vice President, Editorial Operations, EBSCO Publishing.

"I recently presented to a group luncheon of 180 people. Rather than try to get the group’s attention by clearing my throat, tapping the microphone, etc., I stood silently and fully present in front of the group. Within seconds, you could hear a pin drop. I had commanded the attention of the whole room! This is the first time I actually said to myself, "Wow! This is fun!" Now instead of a feeling of dread, I look for- ward to my next public speaking opportunity."

—Dianne H. Webster, CFP®, Integrated Financial Strategies.

"This training is offered from the heart by an accomplished professional who applies a diverse skill set to offer a customized experience for each participant. I learned more about myself in a short period of time than I ever would have expected. I discovered and reconnected with parts of me that I now treasure. My true self and values are more clear to me and serve as a conscious foundation for decision making and relating to others. I feel much more oriented to the future than the past and am able to move forward with more confidence."

—Katherine Tallman, Senior Financial Executive

"I highly recommend this program to anyone that desires to comprehend and strengthen their leadership presence. I think this program enabled many of us to make significant shifts in our lives that opened doors to new energy, greater opportunity, and clarity of direction of purpose."

—Faith Oliver, Executive Coach and Human Resource Director.

"This course is one of the most powerful personal and professional development experiences I’ve had. Cheryl took a tough subject and turned it into an enjoyable journey. I was impressed with the originality of her approach which drew from many sources. But beyond the material was Cheryl herself—a true talent, a positive, insightful ray of light, a mirror to help us see the really important things."

—Lisa Radomsky Weiler, Corporate Staffing Consultant & Career Coach.

"I can honestly say that standing in front of a group is a different experience. I am more confident and more spontaneous, which makes the whole experience a lot more fun. Cheryl is a pleasure to work with; she is perceptive, supportive and really gets to the core of what works."

—Roberta Taylor RCNS. LMFT

"Though the desired outcome is to be able to speak effectively in public, the process is in reality the journey of self acceptance. Self acceptance evolves into self-confidence which transcends into self-empowerment. One critical thing I learned from this program was how to go from worry to wonder. As a result, I launched my new coaching program, successfully delivered a presentation to 40 people, and had fun doing it. I now have the confidence to propel my business forward in a number of exciting new directions. This was one of the most powerful self development programs I have ever attended. Cheryl is a gifted trainer and coach."

—Ann Marie Leary, Professional Life Coach, Clear Point Coaching.

* Presence
1. The state or fact of being present
2. Person’s bearing, especially when it commands respectful attention.
3. The quality of self-assurance and effectiveness that permits a performer to achieve a rapport with the audience: stage presence.
Source: The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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