Justin O'Brien

Overview

This suite of professional development programs builds critical capabilities for leaders, managers, and technical professionals operating in high-stakes environments. Each program combines evidence-based frameworks, practical application, and structured coaching to deliver immediate performance improvement and sustainable skill development.

Program Suite

Presentation Strategy & Visual Design

Duration: 1 day
Focus: Strategic presentation design using the Extreme Presentation™ Method

Participants learn to structure persuasive arguments, design evidence-based slides, and apply the SCoRE method for narrative coherence. The program emphasises audience analysis, visual clarity, and the From-To Think-Do Matrix for objective setting. Suitable for senior leaders and professionals preparing high-stakes presentations.

Presentation Mastery: Strategy, Design & Delivery

Duration: 2–3 days
Focus: Integrated end-to-end presentation capability

This flagship program develops complete presentation competence across strategic thinking, visual design, and executive delivery. Participants work through audience analysis, narrative structure, slide design principles, and delivery techniques including voice, presence, and pressure management. Includes guided rehearsal with facilitator and optional AI-supported feedback.

Presentation Delivery & Executive Presence

Duration: 1 day
Focus: Professional delivery and authentic presence

Built around the C.E.C. Model (Composure, Energy, Connection), this intensive workshop develops vocal technique, non-verbal communication, and physiological regulation under pressure. Participants receive individual coaching and leave with a personalised delivery improvement plan and structured rehearsal method.

Pitching to Win

Duration: 1–2 days
Focus: Competitive bid presentations for technical and project teams

Integrates strategic framing, narrative design, team coordination, and adaptive Q&A handling. Teams learn role allocation, seamless handovers, and cohesive delivery under scrutiny. Includes real pitch simulation with facilitator coaching. Designed for architects, engineers, consultants, and bid teams.

Manager as Coach

Duration: 1–2 days
Focus: Coaching capability for developmental leadership

Shifts managers from directive problem-solving to coaching for autonomy and accountability. Participants master the GROW model, develop emotional intelligence in challenging conversations, and learn to balance empathy with performance expectations. Includes live coaching practice with facilitator feedback.

Influencing Skills

Duration: 2 days
Focus: Systematic stakeholder influence and strategic communication

Develops structured influence planning based on four core competencies: empathy (stakeholder analysis), flexibility (adaptive communication), coherence (message structure), and strategic planning (multi-step influence campaigns). Participants create personalised influence strategies for real stakeholder contexts.

Communication Skills Program

Duration: 1–2 days
Focus: Team communication, collaboration, and constructive dialogue

Addresses communication style differences (Expressive, Amiable, Analytical, Driver), assertiveness techniques, and feedback delivery. Reduces workplace friction through improved clarity, respectful challenge, and style adaptation. Designed for cross-functional teams and high-collaboration environments.

Resilience Workshop

Duration: 1 day
Focus: Performance optimisation under pressure

Teaches evidence-based physiological regulation techniques, including fixed ratio breathing, emotional pattern recognition, and the SHIFT skill for accessing clarity during high-stakes moments. Participants develop daily resilience practices and learn to reframe stress into performance energy.

Mastering Time Management

Duration: 1 day
Focus: Strategic time allocation and attention management

Built on four pillars: Align (prioritisation frameworks), Aspire (goal setting and mindset), Execute (deep work and focus techniques), and Optimize (sustainable performance systems). Participants learn to design schedules for energy management, reduce context-switching, and build productivity habits that support long-term effectiveness.

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Delivery Options

All programs are available in-person, virtually, or in blended formats. Optional AI-supported analysis and rehearsal tools are available across multiple programs to enhance learning transfer and personalised improvement.

Next Steps

For detailed program information, pricing, and booking enquiries, please contact:

Email: jaobrien@hppg.com.au
Phone: +61 (0)400 023 430
Web: www.justinobrien.com.au