Having studied, taught and practiced communication and leadership strategies for many years, I offer workshops on a range of topics and will customize programs to meet your organization’s needs.
The sessions are based on proven structures and components that I have developed over the past forty years. They get results.
My workshops are fun because they are interactive. Participants learn by seeing, doing and engaging with me and with each other. By the end attendees are ready to apply the principles they have learned, and they leave inspired to achieve their professional and personal goals.
Depending on your desired outcomes, workshops can run from a half-day to several days.
Companies
Let me help you build the competence, confidence, and commitment of your employees. Your people will develop skills that make them better at connecting with your customers and building your brand. They’ll also become more effective team members.
While many people shy away from “putting themselves out there” and presenting in front of others, participants in my workshops consistently report that the sessions are fun and immediately applicable.
Investing in your people this way is good business. In fact, I’m so confident of my ability to provide value that if you are not satisfied with the results of my workshops, I’ll give you your money back.
Non-Profits
You need to meet your organizational goals. Boost your ability to do so by enhancing the communication skills of your employees and volunteers. Help them grow in their professionalism, confidence, and ability to connect with your audiences.
No matter what your cause, I can help your people become more effective advocates and deepen their commitment to your mission. In small organizations I can work with your entire team at once. For larger non-profits, it may be better to address the goals of various units separately.
At colleges and universities, for instance, I’ve done workshops for new faculty, senior leadership groups, and the staffs of various divisions such as admissions, student services, alumnae relations, and public affairs. I’ve also worked with student leaders, alumni groups, and volunteers.
Spiritual Organizations
Give your congregants and spiritual leaders the gift of a time to explore, affirm, and grow their God-given gifts.
Through exercises, discussions, and time for reflection, individuals focus in on their “calling” – the work that they are good at, that gives them joy, and that contributes to a better world.
I’ll help participants identify their greatest strengths as well as things that might be holding them back. They’ll learn strategies for building the courage, discipline, and confidence they need to realize their personal and professional potential.
These workshops bring groups together, build community, and challenge individuals to aim high and achieve unprecedented success.
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Get Farther Faster by Presenting Your Best Self
The way you show up determines how you are received. This is for people who want to move from feeling overlooked or stuck to being seen, heard, respected and successful. It includes Patricia’s Seven Secrets to presenting yourself with courage, competence, and confidence.
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PowerUP Your Professional Potential
Explore Proven Skills and Strategies for growing your talent and that of your direct reports. Learn to identify your greatest strengths as well as things that might be holding you back. Get tools for maximizing your potential and adding value for your employer.
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Become a Confident, Successful Presenter
Step into the spotlight ready to make an impact! This workshop is for anyone who makes presentations for professional or volunteer work, or who is held back by fear of getting up in front of others. Learn Patricia’s Five-Step System for preparing and delivering a presentation that will get the results you are looking for — whether that’s to inform, inspire, or move people to action.
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Boost Your Persuasive Power
Get the Three Keys to maximizing impact, influence, and sales. Whether you want to do more good, make more money, or both, this workshop is for you.
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Women’s Minds Matter: Shape Your Mind, Shape Your Life
Sisters! Here’s an inspirational workshop to equip you to grab hold of your unique purpose and power. Patricia will share The Recipe for claiming yourself and your worth in a world that demands you please everyone else.
“Patricia brings energy, enthusiasm, expertise and experience to her work as an exceptional speaker and trainer. She consistently enables those with whom she works to better represent their institutions and organizations.”
“I hired Dr. Patricia Vandenberg as an adjunct professor to teach communication skills and strategies when I served as Faculty Director of the Isenberg’s MBA program. In her ten years with us she was an outstanding and popular teacher.
“Her students, all working professionals, frequently ranked hers one of the most beneficial courses in their programs. As managers, they often hired her to do workshops with their staffs. When it comes to teaching communication skills, she’s the go-to person. Were she available, we would jump to bring her back to teach in our program.”
“Patricia Vandenberg is a marvelous communicator and teacher. Her sessions are engaging and substantive. Participants in her communication workshops come away with powerful, memorable techniques that they can operationalize right away.”
Reviews from managers and front-line staff participants in “Growing Your Talent” at Florence Bank
“Wonderful workshop! You made me realize things about myself I didn’t know. You are motivating and enlightening. I feel better about myself and my career because of you.”
“The training was interactive and fun. The information was extremely helpful and made me realize that I need to take a leap of faith — move forward on my goals and not be afraid.”
“This class helped me put into perspective what I want out of my career and has given me a variety of resources to support me in accomplishing my goals. You are knowledgeable and compassionate. Truly inspirational.”
“The training was helpful and inspiring. It gave me confidence in my job and the courage to speak up and contribute more. You gave great stories and examples to learn from. Thanks!”
Reviews from executive participants in a workshop on “Persuasion as a Tool for Managerial Effectiveness”
at IBM’s Advanced Business Institute.
“Superb presentation on a topic I’d hardly ever thought about.”
“Absolutely outstanding content and delivery of important information!”
“Outstanding and applicable.”
“Great session. Contained valuable tools.”
“A must for all managers.”
“Need her for a day of staff development.”
Reviews from participants in “Making Successful Presentations” class in the Professional MBA program at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
“In the beginning I felt terrified, but by the end I was able to use the techniques I learned and now feel much more comfortable and confident. Very beneficial to my future.”
“Patricia’s spirit, depth of knowledge, and passion for her subject motivated all of us. Her critiques gave positive reinforcement to novices and helped more experienced presenters fine tune their work.”
“Patricia is an unbelievable talent. She is a terrific presenter herself – modeling all the principles she teaches. She made us feel comfortable and inspired us to strive to be our best.”
“This was my favorite class in the entire Professional MBA program. I started using the skills I learned immediately and will use them for the rest of my life. Dr. Vandenberg is a magnificent instructor and person.”