Speak with Confidence: Engaging Your Audience & Owning Your Message
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Whether giving an update to your board, leading a team, or sharing the impact of your innovation, your voice is one of your most powerful tools.
In this interactive session, Maiken Scott —host and executive producer of WHYY's weekly health and science show The Pulse —will share expert strategies for speaking with confidence while staying true to your authentic self. Drawing from her extensive experience in radio and storytelling, Maiken will also dive into vocal techniques that enhance delivery, helping you refine your message, connect with your audience, and communicate in a way that inspires action.
Being a founder goes beyond creating groundbreaking innovation.
Each session, we'll host a vetted expert for a deep dive into strategies and insights that will enable your startup to scale sustainably and elevate your leadership. This series will transform your approach and prepare you for the challenges of the C-Suite. Learn more
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