John has earned a reputation for making almost every subject amusing and fascinating. "There is no such thing as a boring topic ... just a boring speaker" is one of his favourite sayings. Rarely does an audience not learn something new from John's talks. And the audience is involved as much as possible. No one can fall asleep in these seminars. His huge understanding of successful speaking principles can take many directions.
Company Mission :
John's company sets out to teach the world how to communicate, by making all speaking fun and memorable.
After a career as a Royal Navy submarine commander, John set up Black Isle to help people conquer the fear of public speaking.
The most refreshing aspect of John's approach is that every 'normal acceptance' is challenged and often overturned. Why do most presenters bore you to death? Why are those same people, often, delightful when you meet them in the bar later in the day? Answers to these and other brainwashed expectations are what keeps Black Isle's students on the edge of their chairs.
Client List : [only shown if appropriate to profession]
HSBC, RBS, UBS, Christies, Unilever, Mars Inc., Bank of Montreal, British Telecom, Schindler Lifts, Freshfields, Jones Day, Shearman & Sterling. Others are isted on the web site.
Client Testimonials : [only shown if appropriate to profession]
I wanted to let you know that I used your presentation techniques and guess what...they responded to me! It was a true test, as typically when I present to the group they sit and don't say a word. This week they were very talkative and we got into a few great discussions! Thank you very much - I can't wait to try this presentation style with all of my regions." "The course was excellent!"
I thought the course was nothing short of fantastic!. I must admit I came with much apprehension, but I left with the tools to really really make a difference."
I have been to about 2 or 3 other types of Presentation Skills Training Seminars and yours was by far the most revealing. I left our two days with some real actionable points rather than just a list of this, that and the next thing. Thanks again."
Guys, I toyed with the idea of not going to this presentation skills training because I have done loads of presentations in the past, that were well received, ergo why bother going? How wrong I was and how lucky that I turned up. The trainer is excellent. I feel even more "fired up" about doing my presentations now. He passed on a wealth of hints and tips - the man really knows his onions. If you don't go you are missing a great opportunity."
Qualifications :
John has been teaching leading Politicians and Industry leaers for 20 years. His approach is very different from the conventional 'presentation skills' advice. The approach is based on an understanding of what the speaker needs to do to engage the audience in a two way conversation. Students are amazed at what they learn in the first few hours. It is absolutely obvious but completely different to what they had thought they should be doing.
