Presenting with Confidence

Workshop information

Help your people present with clarity, confidence and impact

As people become more visible, they are increasingly asked to present ideas, proposals and updates to audiences whose attention and support matter. Knowing the subject is important, but so is being able to communicate it with confidence and impact.

This three-hour workshop gives participants practical techniques to structure their message, manage nerves and engage an audience. It sits within the Communicating and Inspiring practices of the practive8 model.

This workshop is particularly useful when…

  • people need to present to senior or high-stakes audiences
  • confidence or nerves are getting in the way of effective delivery
  • complex ideas need to be made clear and engaging
  • people are pitching proposals, presenting recommendations or delivering important updates

Why presenting with confidence matters

Every leader needs to communicate their ideas clearly and persuasively. Leaders who present with confidence can:

  • Influence decisions and inspire their teams.
  • Build trust by communicating with authenticity and clarity.
  • Leave a strong impression in high-stakes situations.

As Mark Twain said, “There are two types of speakers: those who get nervous and those who are liars.”

Workshop features for maximum impact

  1. Core presentation techniques
    Learn proven methods to structure your message, manage nerves, and deliver with clarity.
  2. Engaging delivery skills
    Practise using body language, tone, and storytelling to capture and hold attention.
  3. Prepare, practise, perfect
    Includes pre-work (speech preparation exercises) and post-workshop feedback to refine skills.
  4. Tailored to your audience
    A pre-session consultation ensures the workshop reflects participants’ presentation challenges and goals.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is ideal for leaders, managers, and team members who need to present ideas, pitch proposals, or deliver updates. It’s particularly valuable for those seeking to improve confidence and impact in public speaking.

Why choose practive8?

  • Proven expertise: Trusted by organisations across sectors to enhance leadership communication skills.
  • Practical and engaging: Our workshops provide tools participants can immediately apply.
  • Skilled facilitators: Actor-facilitators simulate real-world presentation scenarios, offering actionable feedback.

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Interested in this workshop for your team? Tell us about your organisation, the people you want to develop and the leadership challenge you are trying to address.

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Pricing information

We offer two flexible options to suit your team:

  • Small Cohort (8–11 participants): £3,600 per session
  • Large Cohort (12–16 participants): £4,100 per session

If you’re booking multiple workshops, we offer discounted rates. Start your workshop enquiry and we’ll provide a pricing plan that works for you.

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