Michael Grinder & Associates

nancy — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:35:54 +0000

Imagine what you could learn in five days about Presentation Skills, Group Dynamics, and Charismatic Leadership from the world’s foremost expert in the area of non-verbal communication?

It looks like magic, but only the "magician" needs to know… Whether you speak to large or small groups, within your work place or to the public, Michael’s presentation training in specific non-verbal communication skills will give your message that extra pizazz. Group Wizardry is open to all levels, novice or pro. Accelerate your presentation to the next level.

There are three focuses in Michael Grinder’s Group Wizardry:

Charismatic Leadership
Group Dynamics
Presentation Skills

All 3 are covered each year with a special focus on one of the three. The 2012 Class will have strong emphasis on Charismatic Leadership. The last day includes an opportunity to get personal coaching on video tape from Michael Grinder.

Group Wizardry 2012. A five-day interactive workshop on group dynamics

Michael Grinder — Tue, 01 May 2012 19:06:57 +0000

Imagine what you could learn in five days about Presentation Skills, Group Dynamics, and Charismatic Leadership from the world’s foremost expert in the area of non-verbal communication?

There are three focuses in Michael Grinder’s Group Wizardry:

Charismatic Leadership
Group Dynamics
Presentation Skills

Dear Michael,

"I just wanted to let you know how amazingly useful I’ve found the Group Mastery training. I’ve spent most of the last year managing a really complex cultural and organisational change programme.

The skills I learnt from you have been sooo useful and a real contributor to the successes I’ve had over the year. It’s been so easy to spot my champions, manage the trouble makers, work out who the cats and dogs are. When I give presentations, I can predict the effect when I use your tools and techniques.

I’ve managed to get all my key stakeholders on board and I would never have even attempted this job if I hadn’t had the benefit of your amazing training, Michael. You’ve given me such confidence and you’ve taught me to BREATHE!

Thank you so much. You’ve had a transformational effect on me.
~ Maria Higgs, Surrey County Council in Kingston-upon-Thames, UK

Download our course brochure

Course Objectives:

This course will give you understanding of:

Presentation Skills
"Increase your congruency."

Systematic use of non-verbals.
In-house vs. public meeting skills.
How to get an "agreement frame," increasing relevance.
Understanding the interplay of content, process, and permission
Recognizing and increasing receptivity.
How not to get shot. Handling attacks.

Group Dynamics
"It is never your group. It is the group’s group."

Build rapport between you and the group, within the group.
Learn how group size, length of time together, and participants’ familiarity with each other influence group dynamics.
Recognize and utilize leaders and barometers in a group.
Pace and lead resistance.
Directing group energy
Read a group; deal with power issues.

Charismatic Leadership

"Success still comes down to relationships…create the relationships you want."

Identify and incorporate traits of charismatic leaders.
Understand and accept yourself and others.
Improve your leadership skills and manage difficult personalities.
Interpret your and others’ behaviors more accurately.
Increase your competence by reducing bad surprises.
Use the "cats and dogs" model to better understand people.

Download our course brochure

Materials

The manual for this course is Group Wizardry by Michael Grinder. Available at the Training.

Dates: June 25 – 29, 2012 Times: M-Th 9-4:30. F-optional

Cost: $650

($150 discount for 2011 Group Wizardry participants, full time teachers and students)

Optional: add $40 for video taping of Michael working with you on the last day

Prerequisite and audience:
No previous experience is necessary.

Location:
Comfort Suites
12010 NE Airport Way
Portland, OR 97220
Telephone (800) 216-5927 or
503-261-9000.

When you check in, mention Group Wizardry for a room rate of $79.

3 semester graduate credits available for an additional $125 through Chapman University.

Order Options

$50 non-refundable deposit by June 11, 2012. Remaining $600 is due at registration

$650 full payment option

$500 Graduates of 2011, classroom teachers and full-time students discount

Or register by fax

"Does your non-verbal communication help or hinder your verbal message?"Increase your congruency. Increase your congruency. " Increase your congruency."

nancy — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:41:25 +0000

Michael Grinder Visiting Sweden

nancy — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:17:00 +0000

From the NLP Association Newsletter, November 2011, by Eva Hols (English Translation)

Mikey

nancy — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:00:23 +0000

The true story of Michael Grinder, a hyperactive child, who graduated from high school with a 4th grade reading level and went on to earn a Masters degree, become runner-up for Washington’s Teacher of the Year, and author of 13 books.

Watch this video in German.

nancy — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 19:25:35 +0000

Six Wrong Ways to Make a Right First Impression

nancy — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:19:41 +0000

Michael is famous for his "Presentation Skills." He will be the keynoter at the 2011 Australian National Speakers Association conference. Here is his humorous ad for his Florida, July, 2010 American National Speakers Association presentation. In three minutes he summarizes what not to do and what to do. ENJoY and pass it on to others.

Click here for the German link of this video.

Links to more German videos.

Download the Paper on "Six Wrong Ways to Make a Right First Impression"

The Benefits of a Professional Speaker Volunteering

nancy — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:37:34 +0000

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The Benefits of a Speaker Volunteering, Rene Godfrey and Michael Grinder

Autism and Non-verbal Communication

nancy — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 19:00:04 +0000

Effective Coaching by Michael Grinder

nancy — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:00:18 +0000

Sam Cawthorn was one of 25 National Speaker Association Australia participants who attended a 5-day program in 2010. Sam was awarded the 2009 Young Speaker of the Year. This footage illustrates Michael Grinder’s ability to coach accomplished speakers on their non-verbals. The difference between high quality and outstanding quality is evident.