Communication for the Senior Leader ®

Executives and senior managers (Director-level and above) who wish to develop the inspirational communication and leadership skills required of successful top-level leaders.

• Communicate an inspiring vision 
• Distill complex thinking into clear messages 
• Cultivate the presence of a senior leader 
• Answer tough questions with clarity and confidence 
• Articulate an authentic leadership brand  
• Build relationships with key stakeholders 
• Navigate complex power dynamics strategically

Session 1: Leading at Senior Levels

Self-directed activities: Bringing your vision to the organization

Real-time online session: The foundations of inspiration

• Articulating a clear vision, sharing your deeply held convictions, moving from an informational to an inspirational approach 

Session 2: Using the Leader’s Script to Present Ideas

Pre-work module: The Leader’s Script

Real-time online session: Organizing and scripting your message 

• Structuring your thinking, distilling complex information down to essential details, using precise and persuasive language

Session 3: Power, Influence and Relationships

Pre-work module: Advancing relationships at senior levels

Real-time online session: Practicing your elevator pitch 

• Political intelligence and power dynamics, being strategic when building relationships, enhancing your leadership brand

In Between Sessions 3 & 4: One hour of individualized coaching with the program instructor 

• Developing an executive gravitas
• Using your presence to inspire

Session 4: Mastering Q&As

Pre-work module: Best practices for Q&A

Real-time online session: Answering questions confidently while furthering your leadership agenda 

• Creating an effective response: active listening, opening with a grabber, answering the question, bridging to your message, selling your point of view

Special features

This program will challenge you to apply the components of leadership to a variety of communications. You will prepare a talk, role-play challenging Q&A situations, and practice building your brand and relationships with intention. 

Note: while every course from The Humphrey Group is unique, there may be some overlap in the communications methodology that underpins the learning. Please speak to an advisor at 604.822.8400 if you plan to attend this after taking a previous Humphrey Group program.

This program is delivered by the team at the Humphrey Group.

For financial assistance opportunities, please refer to Financial Assistance, Scholarships and Team Rates .