Training Sessions
Unlock Your Potential with Tailored Training Programs
Here is a list of the areas in which Speak Prep will train you to present yourself effectively, land the job you deserve, engage confidently with the media, or grow your business. These training sessions are offered one-on-one, in small groups, or large groups/workshop setting.
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Finding the Right Position
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Job-seeking ideas and leads
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Advanced job interview preparation
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Cover letters
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Resume review
Interview Skills
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Contacting potential employers
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Non-verbal communications – in person, online, on the phone
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How to ace a job interview
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How to intelligently promote yourself
On-the-job Communications Fundamentals and Etiquette
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Work ethics and habits
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Dealing with difficult people
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Workplace rules and practices in Canada
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Public Speaking
Self-Employment
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How to start a business
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How to determine business viability
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How to set your hourly fees
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How to promote your business
English Conversation and Presentation Skills
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Pronunciation and grammatical excellence
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Role-playing scenarios for hands-on conversation practice.
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Identifying and overcoming communication barriers.
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Presenting effectively in plain language
Networking and Relationship Building
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Developing effective networking strategies
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Leveraging networking for career advancement
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Intentional versus casual networking
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An expert’s stance on the key to networking
Media in Canada
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The roots of media, journalism, and broadcasting
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Regulatory, constitutional, and legal matters
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New media
Marketing, PR, and Advertising
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Trends
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Selecting the correct medium
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Analytics
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Digital media strategy
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Understanding AI
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AI technologies and tools
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When to use AI – and when to avoid it
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AI in everyday life
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Building practical AI skills
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Future trends and opportunities
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Understanding the needs of equity-deserving communities
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Conscious and unconscious biases
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Your role and your rights as a newcomer
Train-the-Trainer Program
This training is offered to frontline staff of immigrant-serving agencies.
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Developing a comprehensive job readiness program
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Cultural sensitivity and understanding
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Recognizing individual needs and challenges
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Effective communications techniques
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Mentorship and peer support
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Preparing training materials and resources
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Delivering engaging and interactive workshops

Media Training for Spokespeople

Communications Fundamentals
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Techniques for crafting compelling messages
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Connecting with the audience
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Choosing your outfit and public image
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Preparing your sound bite
Strategic messaging and media selection
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A,B,C’s of messaging
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The Canadian media landscape
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Best practices for working with journalists
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Common interview formats
Interview Techniques
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Practice interviews
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Interview simulations
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Handling difficult questions
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Managing emotions during interviews
Feedback and Improvement
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Feedback sessions
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Self-assessment and reflection
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Developing and action plan for improvement