Welcome to The Powerful Presenter!
I have always had a passion for speaking, performing in public, and storytelling. And now I bring that enthusiasm into my work by helping clients find their authentic presence and voice to tell a better story – the story of their business, of their life. A hallmark of my work is my ability to empathize with people and give specific direction in a positive manner. I bring together a background as a professional actor, director, and coach with a lifetime of hearing outstanding public speaking on a regular basis from the pulpit and the podium – my father was a prominent preacher and popular public speaker. At the beginning of my career, I struggled with a strong southern accent, poor body awareness, and a fear of being judged by others. And through that experience, I learned that in order to succeed I needed to get out of my own way! By focusing on “weaknesses,” I limited my potential. I am able to “read” people to better communicate with them, and that means my clients get personal attention and feedback. Folks who work with me enter a “safe” place where they learn and grow quickly, free from the fear of harsh judgments. With positive reinforcement and specific feedback and direction, each client becomes a powerful presenter who communicates with confidence, clarity, and impact. Whether your audience is one person or a stadium full, you can engage and influence your listeners! From my own experience, I know that it is possible to learn simple, effective techniques that improve your ability to connect with and influence others. Specific results my clients experience? Mastery of presentation anxiety Reduction of regional accents and lazy diction Development of physical confidence Use of effective movement and gestures Genuine enjoyment speaking in front of others As a result, my clients receive respect and gain influence in professional and personal arenas. American poet, essayist, and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson recognized the crux of powerful speaking: “Speech is power: speech is to persuade, to convert, to compel.” It is within your capabilities to be just as effective. Call me and let’s talk! About Sharon Brewer Through her company The Powerful Presenter, Sharon Brewer transforms theatre expertise into applications business professionals can use to improve presentation skills and business communication. Her career of over thirty years as a professional in the communication business includes work as an actor on stage, on screen, in voice-overs, directing, teaching acting, and coaching presentation and communication skills. Sharon coaches people in the corporate, legal, financial, theological, sales, hospitality, sports, and non-profit arenas, offering individual and group training. Sharon Brewer (404) 408-5571...
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Every Sunday, I listened to the best public speakers, the most effective presenters, the consummate story tellers: My father, my oldest brother, and the array of the world’s greatest guest preachers who graced the pulpits of the churches our family served. I grew up in the church. Literally. To be specific, I am a PK, or preacher’s kid. To be very specific, I am a BK—a bishop’s kid. I come from a long line of Methodist ministers on both sides of the family. Believe me when I say I know the inner workings of a church! My lifetime in the church as a Sunday School teacher, choir member, participant on domestic and international mission teams, drama ministry director, and serving in almost every leadership position gives me a keen understanding of the church. I know how a well delivered service can move and inspire a congregation… and I know that not all services fulfill that calling. And my career of 30+ years in professional theatre as an actor, director, coach, and instructor gives me insights into the power of theatre to move and inspire people. And isn’t that what we want worship to do—move and inspire? I am uniquely suited to work with clergy and worship teams—both professionals and laypeople—on delivering inspiring messages and creating powerful worship experiences. Two callings shape my life and my work: My dedication to God and my passion for the theatre. The Powerful Presenter is the child of these two callings. How I Can Help The Powerful Presenter offers the following services to ministers, religious speakers, and worship teams: • Individual Presentation Skills Coaching: Preaching – content and delivery Reading liturgy and Scripture Officiating at the sacraments Conducting children’s moments • Worship Workshops: Structure of order of worship Staging and physical configuration of worship experiences Integration of drama into...
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Serious business. That’s what many of my clients are engaged in: A closing argument in front of a jury. A sales presentation for a new international product line. Testimony before Congress. The annual report to the Board of Directors. A keynote speech for a global fundraising campaign delivered to 5,000 women. Serious business, indeed. Every presentation tells a story. And your audience is waiting to feel the power of that story. They may not remember everything you say, but will the audience hear your call to action? Have you motivated and inspired them to make a decision, cast a vote, support a cause, purchase a product? Or have you delivered a dry, factual, long-winded monologue that you think is appropriate to serious subject matter? The Powerful Presenter offers the following Presentation Skills services for executives and professionals in the Atlanta area: • Individual Coaching Sessions • Group Coaching Sessions for teams Both coaching sessions include 5 Presentation Skills: Audience Engagement Physical Communication Verbal Communication Text Visuals Individual Coaching is tailored to meet your specific needs and achieve your desired outcomes (as discussed in an initial phone or email interview). Scheduling and pricing are determined in the interview process. Clients are asked to prepare a representative presentation, which will be videotaped and used for playback and coaching. The hands-on Group Coaching Sessions are customized and designed to provide participants with the skills to deliver clear, successful presentations. Groups can range in number from 4 to 10, and the coaching sessions can be a one-time event or multi-session workshops. The 5 Presentation Skills: • Audience Engagement ➢ Know your audience ➢ Understand their expectations ➢ Help solve their problems ➢ Deliver a “call to action” • Physical Communication ➢ Develop confident body language ➢ Use effective movement and gestures ➢ Conquer stage fright • Vocal Communication ➢ Strengthen breath support ➢ Increase variety of inflection, pitch, and pacing ➢ Improve articulation ➢ Reduce prominent accents • Text ➢ Identify goals for the presentation ➢ Find the story within the text • Visuals ➢ Create visual aids that support the speaker and the...
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The good ones make it look easy. As an audience, we know we’re in good hands. A skilled Master or Mistress of Ceremonies is the ultimate “multi-tasker:” They host events large and small, welcoming guests and members of civic, professional, and trade organizations. They relate to the crowd and put the audience at ease with warmth and humor. The numerous transitions within an agenda flow seamlessly. Guest speakers are given gracious introduction, panelists are respected as experts, and tricky “Question and Answer” sessions are handled with diplomacy and authority. Why do some people on the podium stand out? They are confident. They enjoy their work. They know how to influence an audience. We trust and respect them. The Powerful Presenter offers the following services to people on the podium: Presentation Skills Coaching Analysis of the event or meeting agenda Creation of opening and closing remarks Preparation of speaker and panelist introductions Development of “bridges” between event...
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