Dealing With Difficult Audiences

This program received a standing ovation at the Philadelphia chapter of the National Speakers Association!

This highly interactive session will empower you to take control of difficult audiences, whether you’re speaking in public, running a meeting, or dealing one-on-one.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Use the 3D strategy for handling difficult behaviors
  • Identify the 6 signs of resistance
  • Apply a 4-step process for overcoming resistance
  • Manage 12 common problem personalities

Through dialogue, stories, role-plays, and follow-up materials, you’ll emerge with the tools to deal with know-it-alls, hecklers, and side talkers and feel more confident in difficult situations.

This experience will enable you to:

  • Overcome audience resistance
  • Respond on your feet when problems emerge
  • Use humor to deflect insults and rudeness
  • Control and limit interruptions
  • Put difficult personalities in their place

Audience: Anyone who wants to communicate more effectively and manage difficult people.

Format: 1-hour speech or half-day workshop.