Speaker - Programs and Conferences

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If you're looking for a memorable program or dynamic speaker for your next meeting or event, you have landed on the right page. The International Association of Business Communicators has repeatedly named Karen Friedman an all star speaker after international audiences continually rank her among the top rated speakers at international meetings--- making her a perfect choice for any situation that requires a master communicator.

"You are among the small class of “rock stars” that has made a difference here in Chicago. You helped us deliver on our unwavering commitment to bring solid programming to our members.”

"I was dazzled by your presentation on 'Surviving the Media Spotlight' at the IABC Conference and can understand why you were named All-Star Speaker."

“Outstanding! Best Presentation I’ve ever attended here”

“Karen’s presentation was compelling, personal and extremely relevant not to mention entertaining. What a great way to start the day!”

"Your program was the most engaging, intelligent and creative speakers bureau training I have ever attended. You have inspired me to rethink my speaking style."

"You are worth every penny and then some."

A member of the National Speakers Association, Karen's conference presentations are so interactive and fast moving, audiences say they are "riveted" from start to finish. Whether its keynote presentations, breakout sessions, executive briefings, facilitating, or moderating panel discussions, Karen will inspire, motivate, educate, make you laugh and leave you begging for more.

Many of our popular sessions are listed on this page, but we continually customize and create programs that are uniquely tailored to address your business and industry.

THE MAGIC IS IN THE MESSAGE How to Create Memorable Messages
	Do you know what you want to say but find you can’t always deliver your message loud and clear? Cutting through the clutter to captivate listeners does not always come naturally to most which is why this session is a must for anyone who wants to say things truly matter. Discover a step-by-step process to develop and deliver meaningful messages that win hearts and influence listeners so the message is remembered long after you've finished speaking.
IT'S ABOUT THE USER, stupid! How to Give a Great Presentation
	Are your presentations exciting or just exhausting? Are you constantly starting into blank faces or worse yet, sleeping ones? Have you ever stopped to ask yourself is my product the problem or am I a product of the problem? A survey of top executives who earned more than $250,000 found that these executives believed their communication skills were the number one reason they made it to the top. Presenting to colleagues, senior management or other critical audiences demands far more than knowing your material and developing slide presentations. This program will teach you how to turn communication into capital by teaching you how to polish your podium skills and connect with an audience of one or one thousand.
SPEAKING OF SUCCESS How to Dream Big and Be Even Bigger
	From small time media to award winning reporter at ABC-TV to developing an international coaching and consulting firm to running the closest state race in the history of Pennsylvania politics, Karen Friedman says turning every defeat into victory is within your grasp if you learn how to rejoice in life's unexpected moments and make the most of them. Co-Author of "Speaking of Success: World Class Experts Reveal Their Secrets" to be released this spring, Karen will share simple strategies to help you climb the ladder of success and live the life you deserve.
GETTING THE MEDIA ON YOUR SIDE ALL YEAR LONG How to Score Positive Press in a Sea of Hungry Sharks
	Is the media in your town a little like Jekyll and Hyde? Do they write positive stories one day and beat you up the next? In this eye opening one of a kind session, award winning veteran television news reporter and international communications coach Karen Friedman will show you how to turn negatives into positives when the media is hanging you out to dry. An advisor to Fortune 500 companies, Friedman will help you understand how to work more effectively with reporters to influence stories and make the media work with you, instead of against you.
COMMUNICATE YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS How to Talk the Talk to Cut through the Clutter and Set Yourself Apart
	A survey of top executives who earned more than $250,000 found that these executives believed their communication skills were the number one reason they made it to the top. Speaking to senior management and critical audiences demand far more than knowing your material and developing snazzy slide presentations. This program will teach you how to project presence, authority and command attention to set yourself apart so those who count take notice of your career potential.
WHEN BAD NEWS HAPPENS TO GOOD PEOPLE How to Deliver Negative News in a Positive Way
	Delivering negative news can be difficult, challenging and stressful to even the most seasoned communicator. This workshop is based on coaching hundreds of executives through tough times to help them deliver difficult messages during plant closings, layoffs, benefit cuts, media events, crisis management, product recalls, justice department inquiries and hostile community meetings. Combined with twenty years of experience as a major market television reporter, Karen shares strategies and techniques to help organizations and individuals identify and understand how the emotional impact of negative information must be addressed before the spokesperson can manage and communicate messages.
SURVIVING THE SPOTLIGHT How to Ace Your Next Media Interview
	Imagine a TV camera, microphone or print reporter recording your every word. You forget what you wanted to say or say the wrong thing because you don’t understand what the reporter really wants. Find out from award winning television news reporter Karen Friedman how you and your company can make the most out of every media encounter or public appearance during this hands-on session that will teach you how to ace every interview and become a valued media resource.
NO SWEAT SPEAKING How to Knock Their Socks off Every Time You Speak
	Former President Richard M. Nixon once said: "I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant." In an age where businesses are struggling to survive, cutting through the clutter is more important than ever. Award winning television reporter and international communications consultant Karen Friedman will teach you how to manage your message so what you say is what they hear! Learn how to take your communications from average to excellent in this eye opening session that will teach you how to better connect with audiences of all sizes.
HOW TO BUILD A SIX FIGURE COACHING BUSINESS Discover the Secrets of Successful Entrepreneurs
	So you've quit your 6-figure corporate job to launch your own business, but when you opened your door, no one walked in. You're panicked, scared and wonder if you've made a mistake. Karen Friedman has walked in your shoes and says there are simple steps you can take to build a reputable six figure coaching business that will be the envy of people around you. The magic is in the mix---learn how to mix it up and have your phone ringing off the hook.
THE PRICKLY PEAR How to Talk Like a Woman in a Man's World
	The mothers of my generation said we can have it all, do it all and win in a man's world. We can and we do, but does speaking like men hurt us or help us? And, how do we use the talents every woman was born with to command respect in competitive environments? An award winning veteran television reporter and former political candidate, Karen Friedman will examine how to harness the power of being a woman to communicate your way to success in a man's world.

To book Karen, please call 610-292-9780.

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