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Prefer Texting But Want To Be Better In Real-Life Conversations

If talking to people sometimes feels awkward, draining, or stressful, then you’re not alone.

This hands-on workshop helps you feel more comfortable starting conversations, connecting with others, and showing up confidently in social and workplace settings. 

You’ll learn practical communication and networking skills that feel natural (not scripted), and you’ll practise them in a safe, supportive environment – so you can walk away feeling more at ease talking to anyone.

Module 1 – Why Talking Feels Hard (and How to Make It Easier)

Let’s normalise the awkwardness first.

You’ll explore why face-to-face conversations feel challenging today – especially if you’re more used to texting, DMs, or online interactions. You’ll identify your own communication habits and uncover what’s really holding you back (hint: it’s usually not a lack of personality).

You’ll learn to:

  • Understand why conversational anxiety is so common
  • Spot habits like overthinking, avoidance, or staying silent
  • Shift from “What do I say?” to “How do I connect?”

Module 2 – Starting Conversations Without Feeling Weird

Because “just be confident” is terrible advice.

You’ll learn simple, natural ways to start conversations – at work, networking events, or social settings – without sounding rehearsed or fake. No scripts. No pressure. Just real connection.

You’ll learn to:

  • Open conversations using curiosity and context
  • Handle small talk without forcing it
  • Keep conversations going when your mind goes blank
  • Exit conversations smoothly and politely

Module 3 – Connecting, Listening & Being Remembered

Talking less. Connecting more.

This module helps you become someone others feel comfortable talking to. You’ll practise listening beyond words, picking up emotional cues, and responding in a way that builds trust – whether in casual chats or professional conversations.

You’ll learn to:

  • Listen without planning your next reply
  • Ask questions that invite real conversation
  • Read body language, tone, and unspoken signals
  • Adjust your communication style in real time

Module 4 – Networking That Feels Natural (Not Salesy)

Build real connections, not awkward exchanges.

You’ll learn how to network in a way that feels comfortable and authentic – whether you’re meeting colleagues, industry peers, or new contacts. No elevator pitches. No forced self-promotion.

You’ll learn to:

  • Introduce yourself with ease and clarity
  • Talk about what you do without sounding awkward
  • Build rapport quickly in short interactions
  • Leave conversations feeling confident and remembered

Follow up naturally after networking conversations

Why This Workshop Works

  • Designed for real-life conversations – not theory
  • Focuses on practice, not performance
  • Builds confidence gradually in a safe, supportive space
  • Uses realistic scenarios you actually face at work and socially
  • Helps you connect naturally without scripts or pressure

You don’t just learn what to do – you practise until it feels comfortable.

 

From Nervous to Natural: Build Your Presentation Confidence & Presence in 2 Days

This 2-day workshop is designed for beginners – to help you speak with more clarity, confidence, and impact – specifically for F2F presentations.

Across two fun, hands-on days, you’ll learn practical tools, get personalised coaching, and practise real presentation techniques that immediately boost your presence.

You’ll discover how to structure your message, manage your nerves, and engage your audience in a way that feels natural, authentic, and powerful.

If you’re serious about becoming a stronger, more confident presenter, this workshop is for you.

Day 1: Clarity, Structure & Credibility

(Day 1 focuses on helping you think clearly, organise ideas logically, and present yourself with credibility.)

  • Logos: What you say and how clearly it’s structured
  • Ethos: How credible and confident you appear
  • Pathos: How you connect and engage emotionally

Module 1: What Makes a Good Presentation

(Ethos + Logos – Credibility & Clarity)

  • What audiences really look for in a presenter
  • Why clarity builds credibility (ethos)
  • How structure helps audiences follow your thinking (logos)
  • Common beginner mistakes that weaken trust

Module 2: Managing Nerves & Building Presenter Confidence

(Ethos – Trusting the Speaker)

  • Why confidence affects how messages are received
  • Understanding nervousness and its impact on credibility
  • Simple techniques to appear calm and composed
  • Building self-trust through preparation

Module 3: Structuring a Clear & Logical Presentation

(Logos – Logical Flow of Ideas)

  • How audiences process information – understanding your audience
  • Basic presentation structure:
    • Clear opening
    • Key points in logical order
    • Focused conclusion
  • Keeping messages simple and relevant
  • Avoiding information overload

Module 4: Designing Slides That Support Your Message

(Logos – Visual Clarity & Support)

  • Slides as visual logic, not scripts
  • Common slide mistakes that confuse audiences
  • Principles of effective slides:
    • Simplicity
    • Readability
    • Visual hierarchy
  • Using visuals to reinforce key points

Day 2: Presence, Delivery & Engagement

(Day 2 focuses on how you connect emotionally, sound confident, and engage audiences.)

Module 5: Body Language for Presenters

(Ethos + Pathos – Presence & Connection)

  • How body language affects trust and confidence
  • Posture, stance, and movement basics
  • Natural gestures that support your message
  • Eye contact that builds rapport
  • Managing nervous habits

Module 6: Vocal Intonation & Speaking with Impact

(Pathos – How You Make People Feel)

  • Why tone and pace matter more than words alone
  • Using pauses to emphasise key ideas
  • Avoiding a flat or rushed delivery
  • Speaking clearly and confidently
  • Too funny or not to be funny

Module 7: Opening & Closing with Confidence

(Pathos + Logos – Emotional Entry & Clear Exit)

  • Creating openings that capture attention
  • Setting expectations clearly
  • Closing with clarity and purpose
  • Ending in a way that feels confident and complete

Module 8: Engaging the Audience & Handling Questions

(Ethos + Pathos – Trust & Interaction)

  • Reading audience cues
  • Asking simple, effective questions
  • Managing silence and reactions calmly
  • Handling basic Q&A professionally
  • Recovering smoothly from small mistakes

Why This Workshop Works

  • You won’t sit and listen – you’ll practise, present, and improve in real time
  • You’ll build real confidence by doing, not just learning
  • Everything you learn plugs straight into your meetings, presentations, pitches, and stakeholder conversations
  • You’ll work with real, relatable workplace examples that actually matter
  • You’ll be coached in a supportive, high-energy environment where it’s safe to try, adjust, and grow
  • You’ll walk away speaking with stronger presence, clearer intent, and confidence that shows the moment you step up

The Clear Mind Method: Advanced Practical Critical Thinking for Real-World Problems

The Clear Mind Method: Advanced Practical Critical Thinking for Real-World Problems builds on what you learned in the beginner level and takes your thinking skills to a deeper, more applied level.

Together, we’ll explore how complex reasoning really works, how to spot subtle errors in thinking, and how to analyse challenging or ambiguous situations with greater clarity and confidence.

You’ll uncover common logical fallacies that appear in everyday communication and learn practical, easy-to-use frameworks you can apply immediately at work. Expect a highly interactive day with realistic scenarios, group discussions, and hands-on tools.

This workshop is perfect for professionals and team leaders who want sharper judgment, clearer thinking, and stronger confidence – especially under pressure.

Module 1: Deep Thinking — Understanding Complex Reasoning

  • How complex arguments are structured
  • Weak vs strong reasoning (in real workplace examples)
  • Common thinking traps even experienced professionals fall into

Module 2: Logical Fallacies We Meet Every Day

  • Practical explanation of formal vs informal fallacies
  • Fallacies commonly seen at work:
    • Jumping to conclusions
    • Strawman
    • Slippery slope
    • Confirmation bias
    • Appeal to authority
    • Circular reasoning
    • False cause

Module 3: Advanced Thinking Frameworks for Real-World Problems

  • R.E.A.S.O.N. Model for deeper analysis
  • 5 Why + Evidence Check (beyond surface-level questioning)
  • Decision Matrix Lite for comparing options
  • Scenario Mapping to anticipate consequences

Module 4: Evaluating Arguments & Making a Strong Case

  • Distinguishing opinions, assumptions, and evidence
  • Judging argument strength with clarity
  • Structuring a convincing recommendation
  • Communicating logically without sounding harsh

Module 5: Applying The Clear Mind Method at Work

  • Embedding advanced thinking into daily tasks
  • Staying aware of biases even when rushed
  • Simple habits to keep your reasoning sharp
  • Closing reflections + personal action plan

Why This Workshop Works

  • Practical tools you can apply immediately
  • Realistic scenarios from everyday workplace challenges
  • A safe, supportive environment to practise deeper thinking
  • Ideal for upskilling individuals and raising team-level decision quality