Canton of Geneva
Public Speaking Training in the canton of Geneva
A tailored in-company programme for managers and executives, built around real situations from organisations across Geneva.
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Why the Public Speaking training in the canton of Geneva
Geneva concentrates international organisations, private banks, commodity trading houses and watch brands on a small territory. Teams are highly multicultural and French constantly sits alongside English at work.
In a private bank or an international organisation, managers present to boards, clients and large audiences: structure, voice and handling difficult questions shape their credibility.
On-site organisation: Sessions on your premises (city centre, Plainpalais, Lancy, airport area) or in a rented room near Cornavin; modules can be run in English for international teams.
International conferences, board presentations, client events: in Geneva, public speaking is part of daily life for many executives, often in English.
The Public Speaking & Impact programme in the Canton of Geneva develops speech structure, presence and nerve management.
The challenges of public speaking in Geneva
- Speaking in a language that is not one's own.
- Taking part in international panels.
- Convincing expert, demanding audiences.
- Managing nerves in high-stakes situations.
The programme in 6 modules
- Structuring a speech.Learn to build a clear, impactful address, whether for a strategic presentation to your Geneva board of directors or a technical talk before an expert committee.
- Voice, posture, eye contact.Develop an assured stage presence: modulate your voice for an international audience and use body language to captivate a room full of decision-makers at a Palexpo event.
- Managing nerves.Master techniques for turning apprehension into positive energy before a crucial address to delegates from a global organisation or a major investor.
- Telling a story.Incorporate storytelling to make your messages memorable, whether presenting technological innovations or humanitarian reports at the United Nations.
- Holding one's ground under questions from an international panel or board.Prepare to answer with confidence and diplomacy complex questions from a panel of financial experts or representatives of international NGOs.
- Speaking on panels and in video conferences.Perfect your role as a keynote speaker at online economic forums or adapt your dynamic communication style for hybrid meetings from the shores of the lake.
What the public Speaking Training in the canton of Geneva programme covers
The public Speaking Training in the canton of Geneva programme is designed for managers, executives and key contributors who want to turn public speaking into everyday practice. Content is built around real situations from your organisation rather than generic case studies, so that each session connects directly with the decisions your teams face in the canton of Geneva.
Core themes typically include: Structure du propos; Voix & posture; Questions hostiles. Each theme is adapted after a scoping conversation with your HR team and the sponsoring manager, so that the programme addresses the gaps you actually observe.
A method grounded in research and practice
Our approach combines short theoretical inputs drawn from peer-reviewed research, practical exercises, role plays and structured feedback. Participants work on their own cases, test new behaviours in a safe setting and leave with concrete commitments they can apply the following week.
Between sessions, short assignments help anchor what has been learned. A follow-up review a few weeks later measures what has changed in practice and identifies where further support is useful.
Who should attend the public Speaking Training in the canton of Geneva
The programme suits first-line managers, experienced team leaders, project managers and executive committees alike. Groups are kept small to allow real interaction, and the level of depth is calibrated to participants' experience.
Sessions take place on your premises in the canton of Geneva, in a rented venue or remotely, in French, German, Italian or English depending on your teams.
Expected outcomes
At the end of the public Speaking Training in the canton of Geneva, participants can name the key mechanisms at play, apply proven tools to their own context and assess their progress with clear indicators. For the organisation, the benefit shows in the quality of conversations, the clarity of decisions and team engagement.
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In-company training in the canton of Geneva
Looking for Public Speaking training in the canton of Geneva? We come to your premises in Geneva and anywhere in the canton of Geneva. Find Swiss Human Resources on Google Maps and call us to organise your training locally.
SHR — Swiss Human ResourcesEsplanade de Pont-Rouge 9A, 1212 Lancy
+41 58 788 01 69View the area on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions
What does Public Speaking training cover in the canton of Geneva?
Public Speaking training in the canton of Geneva from Swiss Human Resources (SHR) covers the following modules: Structuring a speech.; Voice, posture, eye contact.; Managing nerves.; Telling a story.; Holding one's ground under questions from an international panel or board.; Speaking on panels and in video conferences.. These elements help frame a discussion with SHR; they do not guarantee outcomes.
Which challenges does Public Speaking training address in the canton of Geneva?
Public Speaking training in the canton of Geneva addresses the following workplace situations: Speaking in a language that is not one's own.; Taking part in international panels.; Convincing expert, demanding audiences.; Managing nerves in high-stakes situations.. These elements help frame a discussion with SHR; they do not guarantee outcomes.
Can participants train in English?
Yes, exercises can be conducted in French or English.
Are participants filmed?
Yes, with their consent, to provide precise feedback.
Can the Public Speaking training in Geneva be delivered in English?
Yes. Many Geneva teams work in English: we run Public Speaking in English, French or a bilingual format, with materials in the chosen language.
In which towns of the canton of Geneva is the Public Speaking training delivered?
We deliver it in Geneva and the surrounding municipalities, on your premises or in a room rented for the occasion.
What is the format of the Public Speaking training in the canton of Geneva?
Standard format: 2 days on site, or a programme spread over 6 to 8 weeks with short sessions and individual coaching. Cohorts of 6 to 14 participants.
How do we organise the Public Speaking training in this canton?
We build the programme with you according to the number of participants, duration and level of customisation. Contact us: SHR offices, Esplanade de Pont-Rouge 9A, 1212 Lancy, +41 58 788 01 69.