“We all possess the ability to inspire others.”
→ Cutting edge training content: sophisticated and results-oriented executive training that is informed by the latest corporate trends
→ Exceptional training experience: Interactive experiential learning with multiple activities and role play for better retention and immediate application in the workplace.
→ Next level customization: Targeted training that can be built from scratch around your specific needs, and delivered in person or remotely at various training lengths and environments to suit your budget and availability.
→ Researched based learning: Training is informed by the latest research in pedagogy, learning psychology, and cognitive and performance sciences
About
Dimitrios Loukakis is a Los Angeles-based Voice and Communication Specialist, with a mission to coach others to become more confident and competent communicators.
He trains individuals to speak about their ideas in inspiring and strategic ways, mitigating significant costs to innovation, productivity, and revenue.
Dimitrios fosters a learning environment where each participant can come away with practical communication and leadership tools that can be applied immediately. He has an excellent track record of working alongside companies to amplify their message and ultimately increase productivity through effective internal and public-facing communications.
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Dimitros received his BA in Modern Drama from Brunel University in London and an MA in European Classical Acting from Drama Centre London. He went on to work professionally as an actor for five years. During that period, he became particularly interested in the workings of the voice, and went on to complete the acclaimed MA/MFA in Voice Studies at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London (RCSSD).
Since completing this program, Dimitrios has taught numerous actors at universities and drama schools throughout the UK and the US.
In his private practice, Dimitrios coaches and trains corporate clients, educators, lawyers, and other individuals interested in working on their voices, communication, presentation skills, and personal development.
Services
Organizations
Thoughtful communication has the power to increase your company’s influence, enhance its reputation, and maximize growth. Dimitrios’ consulting services can help improve your internal and external communications strategies:
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Create a strategy for efficient in-person and/or virtual meetings
Empower your team members to communicate respectfully and with minimal misunderstandings
Promote inclusion and ensure that each team member feels empowered to share ideas
Ensure that leadership messages align with the company's values and guiding principles.
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Establish effective communication with stakeholders and clients
Create, or refine, the company’s brand
Assist your public-facing professionals in delivering engaging result-oriented presentations.
Companies are as unique as their people. In an initial conversation, Dimitrios will delve into the company's strengths and challenges as it relates to the values, vision, and mission statement.
Depending on the company’s timeline and budget, Dimitrios can recommend one of his ready-made workshops; or he can create a custom learning experience designed to satisfy the specific needs of a company and its key players.
Workshops
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Storytelling is an invaluable influencing tool in public speaking, presentations and other engagements. According to a study by Zak (2015), stories that follow a traditional narrative structure with a beginning, middle, and end can trigger the release of oxytocin, a hormone associated with trust and empathy. This workshop will help participants to:
Craft powerful stories that inspire audiences to action
Utilize compelling narrative structures to engage, motivate and improve retention of information
Extract and articulate the value of a product for any audience
Align teams with company’s values and guiding principles
Learn how to customize a story to any audience to maximize impact
Integrate storytelling into the DNA of any presentation
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Impactful public speaking plays a key role in presentations to clients and stakeholders, leading team meetings, addressing a large audience at a conference, or influencing decision-making processes. This workshop will improve participants’ ability to:
Convey messages with charisma, clarity and credibility
Grow their confidence through practical techniques informed by performance science
Establish leadership presence, and foster effective communication within their organization
Master vocal delivery, body language, and other persuasive tools of non-verbal communication in a supportive and constructive learning environment
Adapt to diverse audiences with various perspectives and levels of knowledge
Motivate audiences and inspire action
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Executive presence has an integral function in successful leadership. It inspires action, motivates team members, increases team productivity and promotes the company’s values and guiding principles. This training will assist participants in:
Communicate with confidence, credibility and influence
Facilitate a positive working environment where each team member feels empowered to contribute and be heard
Lead meetings with assertiveness and empathy
Build meaningful rapport with others
Engage in active listening to enhance decision making
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Productive feedback is result-oriented and actionable. It also promotes mutual respect and increases employee retention. This workshop is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver and receive productive feedback in a constructive and meaningful way. It will help participants to:
Learn how to use a series of feedback techniques such as the SBI model and the "I" statements approach, among others
Learn how to deliver specific, objective, and constructive feedback
Inspire action through the facilitation solution oriented and dialogic feedback
Overcome and thrive in challenging feedback conditions such as giving feedback to underperforming team members, or dealing with defensive reactions from recipients
Foster a lasting feedback culture within their teams and organizations
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Meetings are a critical tool for teams to collaborate, make decisions, and drive results. This workshop is designed to equip leaders and team members with the skills needed to conduct efficient meetings that minimize waste of time and resources and lead to better team performance and enhanced decision-making. It will help participants to:
Define the purpose and objectives of each meeting, ensuring alignment with team goals and outcomes
Master facilitation by leading engaging and targeted meetings
Foster inclusivity in an environment where all voices are heard, and decisions are made collaboratively
Manage conflict and other challenging meeting dynamics
Enhance decision-making by ensuring actionable outcomes and post-meeting accountability
Learn best practices for targeted and results-oriented logistics like meeting preparation, time-keeping and participation frameworks
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A flexible and responsive communication style can bring many benefits to leadership including forging positive relationships, limiting misunderstandings, increasing productivity, enhancing teamwork, and facilitating a more inclusive work environment. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Adjust their communication style to suit the listener in real time
Respond more effectively in high pressure conditions
Adopt a results-oriented communication approach in every circumstance
Foster an environment of active listening and dynamic collaboration
Adopt a more persuasive and targeted leadership style
Individuals
Dimitrios’ client-centered training approach ensures that he can provide a service that is fully tailored to you and your goals. During your first session, Dimitrios will conduct a comprehensive assessment that will guide the development of your training session and answer the following questions:
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You are Unique. So this first stage is all about who you are. We discuss and outline your preferred learning style, your strengths and challenges, your role, as well as the broader work environment. In addition, a brief demonstration of your communication can often shed light on potential blind spots not previously mentioned.
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Where would you like to be? This stage is about intention. Whether you are looking to become more confident, impactful or memorable communicator, the aim here is to distil your intention down to something as specific and measurable as possible.
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After examining who you are and where you want to go, Dimitrios will compose a step-by-step program that takes you from where you are now to where you want to be.
After these three stages have been completed, Dimitrios can then guide you through the steps for implementing the program as you work more efficiently toward your goals.
Testimonials
Impactful Presenting
Confidence on Camera
Confidence on Camera
Interview Skills & Impactful Presenting
Virtual Presentation and Teaching Skills
Contact Dimitrios
It all begins with you.
