— Core Training Program
Speaking on the Spot®
Clear, Concise, and Compelling — In Any Situation
Overview
About Speaking on the Spot®
The ability to speak clearly and persuasively without preparation is one of the highest-value skills a professional can develop. Speaking on the Spot® is a practical, immediately applicable workshop rooted in Aristotle's Rhetoric — covering everything from structuring ideas to responding to difficult situations with confidence and authority.
Format & Details
· In-Person (one full day) or Live Online (two half-days)
· Up to 20 participants
Pricing
Custom-quoted based on scope, format, and context. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Learning Objectives
What You’ll Build
Confident Delivery
Speak clearly and convincingly across a wide range of difficult contexts: selling an idea, responding to pushback, presenting to leadership without preparation.
Extemporaneous Structure
Organize your ideas quickly and deliver unscripted presentations that are clear, structured, and persuasive.
Storytelling
Use relevant examples, stories, and analogies to make your point vivid, memorable, and impossible to dismiss.
Clarity, Candor & Credibility
Differentiate yourself by demonstrating the three markers of a trusted communicator — every time, in any room.
Technical Translation
Explain complex or technical information simply and persuasively for non-expert audiences.
Client Success
What Participants Say
I truly did not think a one-day workshop could have such a big impact. I have a strong framework to continue practicing on my journey to becoming a great speaker.
Amanda A. Ahmadi
Events Specialist, Vista Equity Partners
Speaking on the Spot® was the best session we’ve ever had at our annual offsite. It was fun, fast-paced, informative and practical.
Susan Engebretson
Vice President, Wells Fargo
The Speaking on the Spot content totally hit the mark and gave my sales team the skills necessary to effectively communicate our services with confidence, passion and integrity. The feedback from the team was the most positive I have ever received for any sales training!
Kathy Mayerhofer
Director of Sales, Proto Labs
Ready for Speaking on the Spot®?
Every engagement begins with a conversation about your specific situation, your audience, and your goals.