Over 95% of communication is informal. Think on Your Feet(R) is the only workshop that addresses these informal situations, providing the skills you need to present, defend, and discuss a position persuasively and fast.

From off-the-cuff discussions, elevator speeches and Q&A sessions to meetings, status updates and conference calls, Think on Your Feet(R) provides you with the best communication strategies to deliver persuasive messages with clarity and impact. This two day course is filled with practice, coaching and feedback that will enable participants to master the ability to organize and present their ideas quickly.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Use the best communication strategy for any situation.
• Structure a topic into bite-sized chunks for easy retention.
• Present ideas clearly, concisely, and memorably.
• Techniques to communicate and respond with confidence
• Know how to organize your thoughts to communicate more effectively
• Techniques for building succinct, structured responses
• Techniques to approach difficult questions
• Strategies that increase efficiency in preparing presentations and other business communications

Course Duration: 2 days | Continuing Education Contact Hours: 14

Think on Your Feet(R) is an internationally acclaimed course from education provider McLuhan & Davies. McLuhan & Davies is a Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Registered Service Provider. This course qualifies for Personal Development Units (PDUs) towards your PMP and Gold Seal certifications.

What Our Clients Say

"I had no idea that having a process would so drastically reduce the stress of being put on the spot! Excellent training." - Deidre Puddister, Pennecon Limited.

"Wonderful course! I learned so much and look forward to using these new acquired skills" - Katie Burt, Canadian Institute for Health Information

"I will definitely use this experience in my work and personal lives. And, it's given me a little more confidence since it's helped me organize my thoughts." - Fall 2022 Participant

Course Endorsements & Partnerships

This course qualifies as credits toward the International Association of Business Communicators' (IABC) professional certifications.

When applying to sit for either the exam for Communications Management Professional (CMP)(R) or Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP)(R) or to apply for recertification, Gardiner Centre courses can be an integral part of your application package.

To learn more about this global standard certification, visit: gcccouncil.org. To inquire about sitting for a certification exam, contact the local IABC NL chapter at iabcnl@gmail.com, or visit: iabcnl.com.

Instructor(s)

Martha Muzychka, ABC

Martha Muzychka, an ABC, MC, and IABC Fellow, serves as the Principal of Praxis Communications, an independent consultancy located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Founded in 2005, her work centers on various areas, including health, gender equity, education, culture, natural resource, and social policy.

 Martha demonstrates strengths in communications, qualitative research, policy analysis, consultation processes, reputation and crisis management, and writing. In her professional endeavors, she explores innovative approaches for communication and engagement, combining a unique community perspective with a solid foundation in strategic communications principles. Her clientele encompasses both large and small organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as across Canada, spanning the government, non-profit, community, and private sectors. Martha brings extensive experience to the table, including public speaking, workshop development and presentation, and group facilitation.

She offers workshops and training sessions to institutions, corporations, and community agencies, covering topics such as business writing, communications and media relations, evaluation and qualitative research methodology, reputation management, social media, design thinking, and creativity in business development. Since 2014, Martha has been a licensed trainer with MDC, delivering key programs like Think on Your Feet, Writing Dynamics, and The Skilled Presenter to professionals.

Martha specializes in creating custom training for various audiences, including corporate, institutional, and community sectors. Additionally, she develops supporting materials like PowerPoint presentation slides, trainer and participant modules, handouts, and evaluation forms, incorporating innovative teaching techniques designed to support adult learners and reinforce learning objectives.

Since 2020, Martha has invested in professional development focused on online facilitation and engagement. She has adapted her existing training programs to virtual environments and implemented these strategies for new training programs.