SWR Education Team
The (Surprisingly Simple) Playbook for Creating & Delivering Powerful Presentations
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Speaker: Reagan Pugh
Most people break out into a cold sweat when they imagine building and deliver a speech or presentation. For good reason - it can be nerve-racking and most people don’t know how to create clear and compelling presentations and pull them off with confidence. But you’re not most people. You have the playbook for creating and delivering powerful presentations. Or, at least you will if you come to this session guaranteed to demystify presentations and public speaking.
You’ll walk away with:
- Strategies to more clearly understand your audience
- The playbook for building a compelling presentation
- Mindsets to combat nervousness and help you feel more confident
Turning Pro: Effective Business Presence & Communication
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Speaker: Reagan Pugh
Do you ever feel intimidated when it’s time to interact with leaders in your industry? Do you sometimes wonder what to say, how to interact, or what you should to to make the best use of their time? Did you know half of your ability to interact with higher-ups comes down to a few principles and awareness - both of yourself and whomever you’re interacting with? Once you have a grasp of the principles which enable you to have a business presence and communicate with authority, you’ll wonder what all the fuss was about.
Join us for an interactive session where we’ll cover:
- The mindset of a busy professional
- What does presence mean anyway?
- Communicating with clarity
Giving & Receiving Feedback Like a Pro
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Speaker: Scholley Bubenik
No one can dispute the importance of providing feedback to employees, but providing feedback can be a challenge. Just as difficult is how we receive it. Ultimately, the success of this interaction lies with the receiver. This session will provide insights on the obstacles managers need to navigate to successfully engage with their team.
Successful Strategies for Transitioning to New Leadership Roles
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Speaker: Scholley Bubenik
You've finally done it. After years of hard work, you've been promoted to a position managing a team of people. Your first job as a manager can be exciting, and a bit overwhelming. And it's important to do it well. This session will discuss helpful strategies to help you get the most out of your team and create a work experience they will thrive in.
