Introduction

In today’s complex and rapidly changing business environment, leaders are expected not only to manage resources but also to inspire, influence, and build trust with diverse stakeholders. The ability to communicate with clarity, authenticity, and strategic intent is a cornerstone of effective leadership.

This program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, equips leaders with advanced communication strategies and influence techniques that enable them to connect with others, shape outcomes, and drive organizational success. Through practical case studies, interactive discussions, and scenario-based learning, participants will strengthen their executive presence, master difficult conversations, and learn how to communicate persuasively in both formal and informal settings. By the end of this program, leaders will have the confidence and competence to influence decisions, foster collaboration, and achieve lasting impact.

Target Audience

This program is ideal for:

• Senior and mid-level leaders seeking to enhance their influence.

• Department heads, team leaders, and managers responsible for cross-functional collaboration.

• Project and program managers leading diverse stakeholders.

• Professionals transitioning into leadership positions who want to develop advanced communication skills.

• High-potential talents identified for future leadership roles.

Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Communicate with clarity and impact across different levels of the organization.

• Apply ethical influence strategies to secure buy-in and commitment.

• Demonstrate executive presence and credibility during high-stakes interactions.

• Navigate difficult conversations with confidence and empathy.

• Persuade and inspire others using compelling stories and data.

• Lead communication during periods of organizational change.

Outline

Day 1 — Leader as Communicator: Clarity, Credibility, Connection

• The vital link between leadership and communication.

• Building trust and credibility through authentic communication.

• Understanding audience needs and expectations.

• Framing messages for clarity and alignment.

• Practical exercise: Crafting a leadership message for impact.

Day 2 — Strategic Influence: Levers, Ethics, and Stakeholder Dynamics

• The psychology of influence: rational, social, and emotional levers.

• Influence without authority in organizational settings.

• Identifying and managing stakeholder resistance.

• Role-play practice: Securing buy-in for a cross-functional initiative.

Day 3 — Difficult Conversations & Executive Presence

• Executive presence: body language, tone, and credibility cues.

• Approaching challenging conversations with structure and confidence.

• Techniques for de-escalating conflict and reframing issues.

• Practice: Delivering constructive feedback to team members and peers.

Day 4 — Persuasion with Story & Data

• Storytelling as a leadership tool: creating connection and impact.

• Using data to persuade: simplicity, clarity, and relevance.

• Structuring messages for maximum influence.

• Exercise: Presenting a short persuasive narrative using real data.

Day 5 — Leading Communication in Times of Change

• The leader’s role in communicating change.

• Building transparency, trust, and resilience during uncertainty.

• Aligning messages across different organizational levels.

• Simulation: Communicating a major change and handling questions.

• Action planning: Personal communication development plan.