Speak by Design

How do you define a great coach? Is it someone who simply listens, or someone who motivates, guides, and teaches with clarity? In this lesson, we unpack the art of coaching—an essential skill for everyone, regardless of their role. Whether you're managing a team, working across departments, or guiding a peer, coaching is your chance to inspire growth and impact at every level. https://lnkd.in/e_u5JeTW Join us as we explore the five pivotal coaching moments in professional relationships. From establishing rapport to setting growth expectations, providing actionable feedback, and mastering the art of listening during vulnerable moments, this episode is packed with practical strategies to elevate your coaching game. Learn how to transform your feedback into motivation, avoid common pitfalls, and design the future you want for yourself and those around you. Don’t miss this dynamic conversation—it’s time to coach with clarity and compassion.

Learn the Top 3 Skills Leaders Need in 2025 These were the top three Speak by Design Trainings companies invested in last year. We believe these are the top three skills leaders need to master for 2025: 1 - Relationship building – networking internally Traditionally, people have focused on building relationships outside of the organization. With the loss of collaboration due to increased remote work, this has been a new skills gap. 2 - Communication Agility - thinking on your feet Being able to answer swiftly, clearly, and concisely when asked questions or presenting helps everything move more efficiently. 3 - Articulating a Vision - making the strategy crystal clear The leader might have the strategy very clearly in their mind, but how do you translate that to the rest of the team?   *** Introducing the Speak by Design University 25th Anniversary Edition *** We have re-designed Speak by Design University to address the emerging communication gaps and needs. We have a great line up of new monthly themes built in collaboration with our clients from the fastest growing firms and biggest brands. This year, Speak by Design turns 25, and we’re celebrating with a special offer. It’s designed to give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to make 2025 your breakthrough year. You’ll learn critical skills like trust-building, conflict management, and storytelling. Inside this special offer of Speak by Design University you’ll receive: ✔️ 3-Day workshops on the monthly theme ✔️ Weekly group coaching ✔️ One signature training every month ✔️ Full access to our vault of video lessons and workbooks ✔️ Networking with other driven professionals We are offering two discounted options: The Discovery Track and The Leadership Track with private coaching. **The Discovery Track is more than 50% off if you register this month. Sign up before December 31st and make 2025 your most powerful year yet. Join Speak by Design University now: https://lnkd.in/gDt8RAgQ

Reach Your Sales Goals in 2025 The best salespeople know when to stop talking, ask probing questions, seek out objections, and persuade. The best salespeople are not about sales.  They are confident, concise, adaptive communicators. ^^^ That could be you in 2025. Imagine presenting to clients, and no one is on their phone. Imagine being the first choice over your top competitors. Imagine making a clear impact on the bottom line for your organization. You can achieve all of that by investing in your communication skills. Now, that's the kind of 2025 you should have. And, because it’s our 25th anniversary, we’re offering a special version of our signature program. Introducing the Speak by Design Anniversary Edition. With this special anniversary edition of Speak by Design University, you’ll receive: ✔️ 3-Day Workshops on the theme of the month ✔️ Weekly group coaching ✔️ Monthly signature training ✔️ Full access to our vault of video lessons and workbooks ✔️ Networking with other driven professionals For this monthly only, we are offering a  Discovery Track, an annual pass without private coaching for more than 50% off. The Leadership Track includes everything in the Discovery Track plus two 45-minute private coaching sessions per month. Use this time to practice sales presentation and handling questions. Our anniversary offer ends December 31st at midnight ET. What if next year you felt confident and unstoppable in every meeting, presentation, and conversation? That’s what Speak by Design University can teach you. Join dozens of leaders learning to speak confidently, answer tough questions, and become compelling forces within their organizations. Learn more and register today. It’s going to be an incredible 2025. Join Speak by Design University now: https://lnkd.in/gDt8RAgQ 

Be impeccable with your words 2025 can be the year where you leave behind… ✖️ Overtalking ✖️ Meetings that go nowhere  ✖️ Freezing under pressure ✖️ Avoiding the BIG personalities ✖️ Declining invitations to podcasts and panels ✖️ Struggling to find the right words Communication is the number one skill that determines success in business—and life. Speaking with clarity and confidence is how you expand trust and make an impact. It helps you and your company stand out and become the obvious choice. If you or someone you know struggles to command the room, freezes under pressure, or folds under tough questions, we can help. This is a leadership communication program that combines tools, frameworks, and the personal attention needed to adjust communication habits and launch a career. This year, Speak by Design University is turning 25, and we’re offering a special discount to celebrate. Introducing the Speak by Design University Anniversary Edition https://lnkd.in/gC27C9aV With this special anniversary edition of Speak by Design University, you’ll receive: ✔️ 3-Day Workshops on the theme of the month ✔️ Weekly group coaching ✔️ Monthly signature training ✔️ Full access to our vault of video lessons and workbooks ✔️ Networking with other driven professionals Our anniversary sale ends December 31st at midnight ET. What if next year you felt confident and unstoppable in every meeting, presentation, and conversation? That’s what Speak by Design University can teach you. Join dozens of leaders learning to speak confidently, answer tough questions, and become compelling forces within their organizations. Join Speak by Design University now: https://lnkd.in/gC27C9aV

You’ve set some big goals for next year. You have been asked to increase your ownership and professionalism. You need to lead better meetings. You need to guide your clients to make decisions more effectively. You need to be speaking publicly on panels and podcasts. You need to be able to speak to groups with ease. You have to get closer and listen better to clients. You have to work better cross functionally and collaborate better. You need to achieve more and do it with less struggle. You have to hold our audiences' attention so we can educate and guide them best. The way to achieve all of this is to sharpen and elevate your communication. That’s what we do at Speak by Design. Our Anniversary program starts in January and includes coaching, training, self-paced learning and much more with a fully designed learning journey of communication skills that will help 2025 be a great year. https://lnkd.in/gC27C9aV “It’s been such a tremendous and life-changing experience.” “The people are high caliber people from different backgrounds and roles and I find that very inspiring.” Join others wanting to make a big impact in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gC27C9aV Work with the best Madina B. Michelle Davis, Abby Sheridan, Marissa A. Larson, David Prete, Elise Kauzlaric, Paige Glendinning, Jeannine Scheffler.

Did you know the best coach you'll ever have is already with you—every moment of every day? It’s you. We’ll show you how to master the art of self-coaching, turning that critical inner voice into your greatest cheerleader. https://lnkd.in/giR4WPdY Through real-world scenarios and actionable strategies, we dive into what it means to truly coach yourself. Learn how to replace self-doubt with confidence, move past mistakes with resilience, and develop the kind of nurturing inner dialogue that fuels growth. We’ll guide you through five transformative steps to quiet self-criticism, focus on progress, and unlock a stronger, more self-assured version of you. This is your moment to take control of your mindset and embrace the powerful leader within. Don’t miss this empowering episode—it’s time to become your own greatest coach. *** **This is the last month to take advantage of the Anniversary Year discounts for Speak by Design University. We've designed an amazing array of lessons and trainings to grow your leadership communication skills. Take a look at www.speakbydesign.com/join. That's our leadership communication program that includes private, group, and self-paced learning for every learning style.

Master Meeting Online It’s a myth that in-person meetings are better than virtual ones. Meeting with your team online offers flexibility, accessibility, and is more cost-effective. However, not all virtual meetings are created equal. Learn how to master virtual meetings on this episode of the Speak by Design Podcast. You’ll learn the dos and don’ts for the best visual impression, facilitation skills, and special considerations for virtual meetings. Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gnXyD7D8

Our Biggest Offer of the Year An Entire Year of Leadership Communication Coaching for 50% off Speak by Design turns 25 next year, and we’re celebrating with a special annual program that starts January 1st. This is where leaders learn how to speak with authority. This is the year you become a speaker who commands the room. Join other leaders as they become compelling communicators inside our special edition of Speak by Design. Learn the skills that will accelerate your career. This is the program where confident communicators are made and (until December 31st) it’s on sale. Communication is the top skill leaders need to invest in.  Introducing the Speak by Design University - Anniversary Edition. It’s an entire year of our most impactful signature trainings and a thoughtfully designed array of 12 monthly themes.  Each month, you’ll progress your communication skills in a new area. Inside this special offer of Speak by Design University you’ll receive: - NEW lessons on the monthly themes - Weekly group coaching - Monthly signature training - Full access to our vault of video lessons and workbooks - Networking with other driven professionals - Invitation to our in person annual conference in July 2025 We have a Leadership Track that offers two private coaching sessions per month. Everyone has the option to add private coaching at a special rate of $200/session. Our anniversary offer ends December 31st at midnight ET. Join other managers and leaders as they learn how to speak confidently, think on their feet, and become consistently compelling forces for their organizations. Let’s make 2025 your most powerful year yet. Join Speak by Design University now: https://lnkd.in/gDt8RAgQ

Coaching Great Writing as a Leadership Skill Leaders, here’s a reality check: the presentation may impress in the moment, but it’s the written word that endures. Your emails, memos, and documents are what people reference, share, and rely on long after the meeting is over. That’s why great leaders don’t just write well—they coach their teams to write with clarity, impact, and precision. In this episode, we’re giving you the tools to level up your own writing and guide your team to do the same. https://lnkd.in/gvFEmi9d Discover how to master the 3S model of great writing: strategy, structure, and style. From crafting an outline that sets the foundation, to using vigorous language that eliminates fluff, we’re sharing actionable tips to make every word count. Whether you’re helping a team member refine their message or shaping a critical communication for your organization, these tips and tricks will transform the way you approach the written word. Tune in and learn how to create writing that’s clear, compelling, and built to last! *** How you speak is how you lead. Want to study this with other leaders? Take a look at www.speakbydesign.com/join. That's our leadership communication program that includes private, group, and self-paced learning for every learning style.

Speak Up Confidently Have you ever been told that you need to speak up in meetings? It can feel embarrassing to be put on the spot like this. But being asked to be more vocal means that you are valued. People want to hear more of what you have to say. But there’s a balance between confidence and speaking up, and aggression and speaking over. In this episode of the Speak by Design Podcast, we are talking about the mindset shifts you can make to help you naturally become more assertive (without crossing the line into aggressive). Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gDqAVsAK