Participants will enhance leadership skills, expand communication techniques, master laser-focus positive actions, manage time more effectively, and spike personal effectiveness to deliver world-class results.
Young professionals desiring to grow their talent and skills
New leaders ready to develop advanced productivity skills
Seasoned professionals looking to raise the bar of excellence
Corporate executives seeking to maximize results
Entrepreneurs looking for a competitive advantage
How to conduct meetings that generate rave reviews of: “Wow, was that a good use of time!”
How to take collaborative relationships at work and at home and make them sensational
How to control your time rather than your time controlling you
How to communicate priorities and effectively delegate
How to frame brilliant questions
How to identify what questions to avoid
How to de-escalate a heated discussion
How to maximize information exchange during a discussion
Why agility is better than flexibility
Easy methods to move large groups of people to action
How to efficiently coach others and develop their skills
Why action and execution lead to celebration!
Leadership Simplified is a high-energy program filled with immediately implementable tools, techniques, and concepts. The program will resonate with new, aspiring or seasoned leaders who seek ethical actions and measurable performance outcome!
Testimonials
“I have attended many training seminars throughout the years. This program was by far the most informative, interactive, and inspirational seminar I have attended. I was worried about the virtual format, but it was actually better than in person because we were able to addresss our new reality of online meetings and presentations.”
Heidi Lustig
Neal Communities
“I enjoyed the program very much. It was a real eye opener to hear and see the presentation, thinking the entire time that Doug was speaking directly to me. I would highly recommend this program to any business leader that is looking to hone their skills.”
James Waggoner
Dignity Memorial
“Surprisingly pleased with the interactive component of the programming. Doug is a warm and engaging presenter, and I am glad to have actionable takeaways to implement.”
Dawn Morgan
Kerkering Barberio & Co.
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For over 25 years Doug Van Dyke has coached individuals and led hundreds of leadership development programs that have enabled professionals to communicate more effectively, increase sales, lead with passion, embrace change, and smile as they choose to have more fun at the game of work. He has appeared on numerous television and radio business programs, including the nationally syndicated talk show First Business. He is the author of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders. Doug has also published over 100 articles and is a syndicated columnist. He holds a BBA in Finance from Stetson University and an MBA from the University of North Florida.
“Educational and an eye opener. Loved sharing and learning from the group.”
“The program enabled me to become more self-aware of how I can affect culture within my organization. I have grown as a person and feel better about trusting my decisions when it comes to solving complicated workplace situations.”
“Excellent content. Extremely relevant and meanigful material. Doug is heads above other educators!”
“I feel like I gained many valuable tools and techniques that can be used in many situations - both personal and professional settings.”
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Leaders impact culture! Nothing will impact the culture of your organization more positively than a well-rounded, cutting-edge leader. Raise the bar of excellence by attending or sponsoring someone to attend our engaging, high-impact leadership development program.
Over a 12-week period participants will receive world-class training developed by Doug Van Dyke of Leadership Simplified. The training sessions will take place weekly and will be delivered via Zoom.
There will be an assignment associated with each training session that must be completed prior to the next meeting. In addition, after each class the participants will be required to write a one-page summary of the material covered. The summary will also include their takeaways and application of the material.
Each participant will receive a thumb drive with five audio sessions during the course of the twelve classes. The audios and will help to reinforce the mission-critical material that was covered during the training sessions. Throughout the training curriculum each participant will have access to Leadership Simplified’s online resources. In addition, upon graduation from the program, each participant will receive an autographed copy of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders.
As part of the program, participants will have a total of two-hours of one-on-one coaching with Doug Van Dyke. The coaching may be face-to-face via Zoom or take place over the phone. The agenda for each one-on-one session will be tailored to best benefit the individual participant.
Tuition includes access to 12 training sessions, two hours of one-on-one executive coaching, a thumb drive with five audio sessions, a signed copy of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders, and access to online materials. Class size is small and limited to 12 total participants. This unique, individualized program is $3,500.
The training sessions will last two hours and take place once per week for 12 weeks with one make-up session being held per week. All training sessions will tak eplace and be delivered via Zoom.
“The program was fantastic! I learned numerous leadership skills and can’t wait to implement them. Doug shared knowledge and insight that will make my job as a leader even easier and more efficient. Regarding the program being delivered via Zoom, it was very effective and efficient. On a par with in-person training.”
Shawn M. Drourr ACSP, CWT
IT Manager
Kerkering, Barberio & Co.
“The program will prove very meaningful to all types of leaders. Doug delivers an effective and interactive leadership program. Zoom was very efficient and effective. No concerns with the virtual delivery.”
Kathryn Tomlinson MSN, RN
Clinical Director Central Admissions
Tidewell Hospice
“Extremely helpful and full of useful information for any level of leader. I have recommended that others in our organization take this course. I think Zoom worked out perfectly for this program.”
Alicia Cruz Otero
Senior Career Coach
CareerSource Suncoast
"Very informative program. Many helpful techniques and skills to become a better leader. Effective tools to streamline leadership skills and time management. I am noticing positive benefits within my organization regarding the tools I have employed."
Doug Tibbett
Director
Nielsen, Inc.
“Doug is a wonderful person who is genuinely interested in developing leaders at all levels. His positivity and enthusiasm in the material is contagious and makes an 8am (sharp) start engaging. As an aside his flexibility and understanding made completing the class possible for me- I will forever be grateful for that. I highly recommend the Leadership Simplified programming for any lifetime learner looking to sharpen, grow, or develop practical leadership skills.”
Jill Gass
Director of Development
Step Up Suncoast
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During this 1-day intensive you will learn 20 best practices to embrace as a speaker. In addition, you will enhance your ability to use humor and tell stories. You will learn techniques that will help you to manage the audience, as well as how to use your voice as an instrument. To top it all off, you will practice, receive a critique, and then be filmed/recorded. You will leave this intensive with 3-5 minutes of raw footage that can be used in a myriad of ways!
Who Should Attend?
Investment Per Participant: $999
Space is limited to 10 professionals!
Testimonials
“The Speaking Simplified program is outstanding. I love that every aspect of public speaking was covered, so that you come away with a well-rounded, thought-out plan. Being able to practice in real-time was also extremely valuable. I appreciated the feedback I received from the facilitator (Doug) and the other participants as it allowed me to make immediate improvements. Also, the class worked well via Zoom. Thank you!”
Julie Schilson
Executive Vice President
Stratum Health System
“This is an amazing program! Doug (the facilitator) was very easy to relate to and understand, he made me feel comfortable to present, and provided us great tips and examples to implement when presenting. I would recommend this course to anyone who is looking to improve their public speaking skills!”
Angel Acosta
CenterState Bank
“The program has invaluable information for every participant. From brand new speakers to the most seasoned and experienced speakers. I am delighted to have been part of this course!”
Ellen Hirsch de Haan
Wetherington, Hamilton P.A.
“Effective public speaking is a critical component to professional success. Speaking Simplified is ‘second to none’ and will bring that success to anyone who participates.”
Jonathan Fleece
Author, Entrepreneur, Executive and Professional Speaker
"I am thankful for the opportunity! I know this will change my life."
Shauniece Lee
Tidewell Hospice
“Excellent! It was a great step in improving my professional skills.”
Dan Bonora
Infiniti of Sarasota
“Transformational. I learned a lot. Very effective approach. Great coaching during the program – objective, encouraging both verbally and non-verbally.”
Srinivas Yeruva
“A wonderful, confidence-building experience!”
Danielle Boone Mulligan
Florida Public Utilities
“Great content and loved the video critique. Terrific collaboration amongst the participants!”
Corey Lilburn
Managing Partner, Alltrust Employee Benefits
“I loved it! I appreciate the training, coaching and feedback!”
Lisa Wooten HR, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court
“This program helps you gain experience that you cannot get elsewhere.”
Nick Shepler
Progressive Employer Services
"Great job pushing people to open up, providing a great foundation and solid toolbox for professional speaking. Very creative in providing constructive feedback allowing people to learn and grow."
Brian Deblauw
Sun Hydraulics
"This program is amazing!"
Yantee Hines
Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court
"Great program, very informative. Doug creates a atmosphere that allows people to open up, face their fears, and triumph withought fear of ridicule. The constructive feedback from the group is so well structured."
Andrew Gittens
Sun Hydraulics
"Excellent. I was nervous of the program and the ability to find it useful, but it was great and I really found it interesting and educational."
Tony Magganas
Clearwater Gas System
"The value was the real-time feedback from the group & Doug. Loved Doug's tips during the morning session on the 1st day."
Michael Corley
The Corley Company
"Getting peer feedback is priceless. Doug's insight multiplied that."
David Durden
Sun Hydraulics
"It was very informative and was an environment where I could learn and craft my skill."
Doug Davis
USAble Life
"The program delivered very valuable information about effective public speaking and presentations"
Daniel Engram
City of Sarasota
"Great program - very enthusiastic and high energy"
David B. Bay
City of Sarasota
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