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It can be hard getting media visibility, yet free coverage for you and your company is invaluable for promoting you, your brand or a specific product or service you offer.
Have you ever tried to persuade someone to do something and ended up feeling like you’re hitting a brick wall? If you have you are not alone.
Some of us are natural networkers while others find it a challenge. This article answers the five most common ‘How to’ questions and will increase your ability to benefit from every networking event.
Have you ever had one of those moments when everything seems to be going your way?
What is Personal Impact? Where does it come from and how do you get more of it?
 
 

Patrick Burke

PATRICK BURKE has held senior positions with a number of large companies. His last corporate role was Director of Midland Personal Financial Services, part of the HSBC Group, where he had responsibility for implementing training and development for a large sales team.

Throughout his career Patrick has regularly spoken and presented at conferences, business pitches, training seminars and special events. He has produced and scripted corporate videos, has had responsibility for the organisation and direction of national sales conferences and is an accomplished speech writer. He has trained extensively in both the UK and Europe in Presentation and Communication Skills.

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Specific areas of expertise

Presentation Skills - Everything’s a presentation. Whether you’re in a meeting or speaking at a seminar presentation skills are vital to your success. More »

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Client Comments

"Patrick has a complete understanding of what we had to do in out interview. He is really approachable and gave good suggestions for improvements, and helped me to build my confidence as well."

Graduate Building Surveyor, CB Richard Ellis

"Very enjoyable day. It’s nice to have truly interactive training."

General Practice Surveyor , King Sturge


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Want to find out more about our courses?


Presentation Skills Programme

Confident Presenter
Advance Your Presentations
Presentations Masterclass

Personal Impact Programme

Assert Yourself with Confidence
Developing Personal Impact
Making the Right Impact
Personal Impact for Leaders

Other Open Courses

Sales Cold Calling
Influencing and Persuading
Negotiation Skills
Understanding the Media

 

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