amy leigh
writing • marketing • training
630-779-2063
Knowing that many people struggle with effective communication, I decided to expand my services
and offer seminar and corporate training for those who wish to improve upon this area of their
professional lives. Oral and written communications are the foundation of effective businesses and
careers – the simplest oversight can cause lasting negative impressions.
My extensive knowledge of communications, coupled with five years of teaching at the university
level, provides a solid foundation for helping others in what is often a taxing and stressful aspect of
today’s professional corporate environment. My seminars offer attendants the ability to learn simple
skills and techniques that will catapult their writing to the next level.
And if you think writing is a boring subject, don’t worry. amy spent two years at DePaul University’s
Theatre Conservatory studying acting and uses these skills to bring entertainment and humor to
every session. It is a proven fact that you learn better when you are having fun; amy will keep you
engaged while teaching you the essentials of excellent communications.
The following seminars are available in half and full-day sessions. Each course can be customized to
meet your company’s needs. You may also wish to have a course designed especially for you. Call
for a free consultation to learn how these seminars can benefit your company.
Business Writing Basics
Professionals are faced with writing tasks every day and many find it challenging to put their ideas
into words and achieve the results they want. Learn basic techniques for communicating your ideas
effectively and with ease. This course will cover the following topics:
- Overcoming Writers Block
- Avoiding Ambiguity
- Writing Efficiently
- Writing to Sell Ideas
- Writing to Advance your Career…
along with Professional Editing and Proofreading Techniques that help produce Error-Free
Documents.
Communications 101
Learn the defining characteristics of quality communications. Avoid conflict and confusion by
improving your listening skills while bringing greater success and fulfillment to your work day. This
course will cover the following topics:
- Defining communication
- Avoiding Ambiguity
- Effective listening and receiving communications
- Communicating by telephone
- Email Communications
Strategic Communications for Small Business Owners and Sales Professionals
Effective communication strategies are essential to the success of small business owners and sales
professionals. Learn how to streamline your prospecting and marketing process while also learning
how to develop effective sales leads through the written word. This course will cover the following
Marketing Strategies:
- Brochures and Other Sales Literature
- Direct Mail Campaigns
- Effective Web Copy
- Newsletters
- Effective Techniques for Staying in Touch with Prospects
Strategic Communications for Career Development
Clear, effective business writing is an important part of today’s business culture. Indeed, you may find
yourself losing out on promotions, raises and other benefits that good writers acquire. A survey of
Fortune 1000 executives illustrates how important writing can be to your future. Eighty percent of
participants said they had decided not to interview job candidates based solely on a cover letter or
resume full of writing errors; 90% of these same executives said that poor writing skills hurt
employees’ chances when it came to being promoted. This course will cover:
- Business Writing Mistakes to Avoid
- 10 Strategies to Improve Your Writing
- Writing to Impress – Get Noticed Through Words
- Communications Strategies to Help Advance Your Career
Executive Business Coaching
Are you frustrated with your career path?
Has another promotion passed you by?
Have you lost your way professionally?
If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then Executive Business Coaching may be for
you. Learn how to get what you want and advance your career in a positive direction. With proper
guidance, you can get back on the right path and once again, or maybe for the first time, get excited
about your job.
As an entrepreneur, I am aware of the power of determination, hard work and perseverance when it
comes to getting what you want. I can help you find the resources you need to move to the next level.
Additionally, I can provide the positive reinforcement, guidance, support and motivation that may be
lacking in your life.
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