Discover the NEW Model That's Replacing Traditional Communication Training
The First Communication System Designed for Today's High-Stakes Business Environment
The First Communication System Designed for Today's High-Stakes Business Environment
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The First Communication System Designed for Today's High-Stakes Business Environment
The First Communication System Designed for Today's High-Stakes Business Environment
Discover the NEW Model That's Replacing Traditional Communication Training
*100% Money Back Guarantee
The REAL Reason Even Brilliant Professionals Get Overlooked
Technical expertise alone is no longer enough. In today's business culture, where attention spans are shorter than ever, outdated communication methods silently destroy your credibility.
The dangerous myth that subject matter expertise naturally translates to influence is costing you opportunities everyday.
Mike was a Manager at a consulting firm with exceptional technical skills, but he was watching his career stall:
Mike knew he had to do something, so he worked with Speak by Design and followed the system.
The dangerous myth that subject matter expertise naturally translates to influence is costing you opportunities everyday.
Mike was a Manager at a consulting firm with exceptional technical skills, but he was watching his career stall:
- His presentations were unstructured with massive leaps in logic, so people couldn't follow his ideas
- He got cut off and interrupted in every team meeting
- When asked questions, his responses were defensive and often 4+ minutes in length
- He noticed he was being invited to fewer and fewer meetings
Mike knew he had to do something, so he worked with Speak by Design and followed the system.
Within 90 days of implementing our framework:
- Mike structured messages that cut out the fluff
- He communicated top-down so everyone knew exactly what to do
- His content became memorable and his delivery dynamic
- He began facilitating his own meetings with the perfect balance of telling, asking, and listening
Mike's presentation effectiveness was transformed and he was promoted to Partner—all because he learned to Speak by Design.
The REAL Reason Even Brilliant Professionals Get Overlooked
Technical expertise alone is no longer enough. In today's business culture, where attention spans are shorter than ever, outdated communication methods silently destroy your credibility.
The dangerous myth that subject matter expertise naturally translates to influence is costing you opportunities everyday.
Mike was a Manager at a consulting firm with exceptional technical skills, but he was watching his career stall:
Mike knew he had to do something, so he worked with Speak by Design and followed the system.
Mike's presentation effectiveness was transformed and he was promoted to Partner—all because he learned to Speak by Design.
The dangerous myth that subject matter expertise naturally translates to influence is costing you opportunities everyday.
Mike was a Manager at a consulting firm with exceptional technical skills, but he was watching his career stall:
- His presentations were unstructured with massive leaps in logic, so people couldn't follow his ideas
- He got cut off and interrupted in every team meeting
- When asked questions, his responses were defensive and often 4+ minutes in length
- He noticed he was being invited to fewer and fewer meetings
Mike knew he had to do something, so he worked with Speak by Design and followed the system.
Within 90 days of implementing our framework:
- Mike structured messages that cut out the fluff
- He communicated top-down so everyone knew exactly what to do
- His content became memorable and his delivery dynamic
- He began facilitating his own meetings with the perfect balance of telling, asking, and listening
Mike's presentation effectiveness was transformed and he was promoted to Partner—all because he learned to Speak by Design.
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Your Expertise Only Creates Value When You Can Convince Others To Act Upon It
In order to do that you need exceptional communication skills.
According to the GMAC Corporate Recruiters Survey, 57% of global employers identify communication as the most desirable skill in job candidates, surpassing technical expertise and cross-cultural competence.
The ability to communicate your skillset and ideas to a broad range of audiences is becoming a necessary skill in today’s corporate space. Those who invest in improving their communication skills rise to the top while those who don’t see career development stall.
According to the GMAC Corporate Recruiters Survey, 57% of global employers identify communication as the most desirable skill in job candidates, surpassing technical expertise and cross-cultural competence.
The ability to communicate your skillset and ideas to a broad range of audiences is becoming a necessary skill in today’s corporate space. Those who invest in improving their communication skills rise to the top while those who don’t see career development stall.
Why Speak by Design is Different
Why Speak by Design is Different
Unlike traditional programs that teach outdated techniques, our system integrates the essential psychology of influence with proven frameworks that work in today's fast-paced environment.
Traditional Communication Training
The Speak by Design Method
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
In today's workplace, clear communication has become the #1 factor in promotion decisions:
Don't wait until after your next performance review to discover communication was the factor holding you back.
- Remote and hybrid work environments demand stronger communication skills than ever before
- Economic uncertainty means companies are promoting fewer people—only those who can clearly articulate value
- Teams that communicate effectively see productivity gains of 20–25%, directly correlating with higher visibility and faster career progression for high-performing individuals (McKinsey)
Don't wait until after your next performance review to discover communication was the factor holding you back.
Unlike traditional programs that teach outdated techniques, our system integrates the essential psychology of influence with proven frameworks that work in today's fast-paced environment.
Traditional Communication Training
The Speak by Design Method
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
In today's workplace, clear communication has become the #1 factor in promotion decisions:
Don't wait until after your next performance review to discover communication was the factor holding you back.
- Remote and hybrid work environments demand stronger communication skills than ever before
- Economic uncertainty means companies are promoting fewer people—only those who can clearly articulate value
- Teams that communicate effectively see productivity gains of 20–25%, directly correlating with higher visibility and faster career progression for high-performing individuals (McKinsey)
Don't wait until after your next performance review to discover communication was the factor holding you back.
WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER INSIDE
Speak by Design...
Chapter 1: Presence and Mindset
- The 4 Beliefs Framework that fuels communication confidence (most professionals only have 1 or 2)
- Our exclusive 3S's of Presence system that transforms how others perceive you
- The psychological trigger that instantly commands attention in any room
Chapter 2: Designing Your Delivery
- The five power gestures that signal leadership (and the five that undermine your authority)
- Our proprietary Vocal Impact Method for creating different moods within your audience
- The three vocal styles every leader must master for maximum effectiveness
Chapter 3: Building Your Message
- The Pyramid Structure ensures you deliver the right level of detail every time
- Our exclusive 6M Framework for organizing any message in under 3 minutes
- The headline technique that ensures your key points are remembered
Chapter 4: Poise Under Pressure
- The four-step PREP system for handling tough questions and thinking on your feet
- How to read your audience in real-time without getting flustered
- The strategic pivot technique for redirecting challenging conversations
THE SPEAK BY DESIGN METHOD:
How it Works
How it Works
Our approach transforms your communication in three phases:
THE SPEAK BY DESIGN METHOD:
How it Works
Our approach transforms your communication in three phases:
Most readers see initial results after implementing just one technique from Chapter 1, with substantial improvement after just 5-10 minutes of daily practice.
Real Results from Real Professionals
Real Results from Real Professionals
The Cost of Inaction
The Cost of Inaction
Each day that you communicate without these frameworks costs you credibility that takes months to rebuild:
Career Stagnation:
Companies consistently reward effective communicators while overlooking those who cannot articulate their contributions, regardless of their work's value.
Lost Opportunities:
High-visibility projects and leadership opportunities consistently go to those who can communicate their ideas persuasively, leaving quieter experts watching the sidelines.
Diminished Influence:
Brilliant ideas that remain trapped in your mind might as well not exist. Organizations consistently implement mediocre solutions championed by persuasive speakers, while your superior innovations remain unused. Your expertise only creates value when you can convince others to act on it.
Compounding Effect:
Communication standards rise dramatically with each career level. What's acceptable early on becomes limiting later. The longer you wait to address these weaknesses, the harder they become to fix, as leadership roles demand communication mastery, not just competence.
Imagine watching your peers move ahead while you remain stuck, knowing you have the expertise but can't seem to get others to recognize your value.
We're the Trusted Voice in Communication Training
We're the Trusted Voice in Communication Training
Stephanie Bickel, founder of Speak by Design, has personally coached over 700 executives over her 20+ year career. Her methodology has been implemented across organizations, including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Netflix, KPMG, Accenture, and Pepsico, with measurable improvements in team performance.
Our approach is based on over two decades of research in cognitive psychology, executive presence, and communication effectiveness, refined through work with thousands of professionals at all career stages.
Stephanie's work has been featured in Chicago Tribune, Crain's Chicago Business, and HR Magazine publications. She has been a featured keynote speaker for The Research Board, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association for Corporate Growth, and numerous companies. She hosts the Speak by Design podcast and an annual public event, Sharpen and Elevate.
Our approach is based on over two decades of research in cognitive psychology, executive presence, and communication effectiveness, refined through work with thousands of professionals at all career stages.
Stephanie's work has been featured in Chicago Tribune, Crain's Chicago Business, and HR Magazine publications. She has been a featured keynote speaker for The Research Board, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association for Corporate Growth, and numerous companies. She hosts the Speak by Design podcast and an annual public event, Sharpen and Elevate.
We're the Trusted Voice in Communication Training
We're the Trusted Voice in Communication Training
Stephanie Bickel, founder of Speak by Design, has personally coached over 700 executives over her 20+ year career. Her methodology has been implemented across organizations, including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Netflix, KPMG, Accenture, and Pepsico, with measurable improvements in team performance.
Our approach is based on over two decades of research in cognitive psychology, executive presence, and communication effectiveness, refined through work with thousands of professionals at all career stages.
Stephanie's work has been featured in Chicago Tribune, Crain's Chicago Business, and HR Magazine publications. She has been a featured keynote speaker for The Research Board, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association for Corporate Growth, and numerous companies. She hosts the Speak by Design podcast and an annual public event, Sharpen and Elevate.
Our approach is based on over two decades of research in cognitive psychology, executive presence, and communication effectiveness, refined through work with thousands of professionals at all career stages.
Stephanie's work has been featured in Chicago Tribune, Crain's Chicago Business, and HR Magazine publications. She has been a featured keynote speaker for The Research Board, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association for Corporate Growth, and numerous companies. She hosts the Speak by Design podcast and an annual public event, Sharpen and Elevate.
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For only $4.99 you'll receive...
THE SPEAK BY DESIGN DIGITAL BOOK
Our complete 45-page system
BONUS #1
PERFECTING DELIVERY MASTERCLASS
Nine-part video training ($97 value)
BONUS #2
THE 6MS & PYRAMID MESSAGE TEMPLATE
Fill-in-the-blank frameworks ($47 value)
Fill-in-the-blank frameworks ($47 value)
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SPEAK BY DESIGN AUDIOBOOK
Wit h Stephanie's signature vocal warm-up ($29)
Here's How to Get Started
Most readers see initial results after implementing just one technique from Chapter 1, with substantial improvement after just 5-10 minutes of daily practice.
Here's How to Get Started
Most readers see initial results after implementing just one technique from Chapter 1, with substantial improvement after just 5-10 minutes of daily practice.
If you're unsatisfied for any reason, simply email us within 7 days of your purchase at team@speakbydesign.com to receive a prompt and courteous refund.
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