Registration Eligibility
ASLA online learning opportunities are open to all. ASLA members may purchase this presentation at a reduced rate. This is a 2025 conference session.
Start Date
10/20/2025
End Date
10/20/2027
Description
How much is poor communication costing you? Brilliant ideas mean nothing if they aren’t heard. Many landscape architects hesitate to speak up, losing opportunities. This session provides strategies to manage nerves and communicate confidently. This isn’t theory—it’s hands-on coaching to help you Keep Cool, Speak Up, and Sound Smart.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Business Practices / Contracts / HR
Health, Safety and Welfare
No
Hours
1.25
Learning Outcomes
Identify and manage performance anxiety using science-backed techniques to stay composed, think clearly, and communicate with confidence under pressure.; Identify and eliminate unconscious habits of vocal tone, body language, and other areas that may undercut confidence, ensuring your presence aligns with your message.; Strengthen verbal communication skills such as pitch, pace, and volume to enhance clarity, authority, and engagement in high-stakes conversations.; Master nonverbal communication techniques such as posture, gestures, and eye contact to project confidence and credibility.
Instructors
Elaine Kearney ;
Course Codes
Provider
American Society of Landscape Architects