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From Idea to Buy-In: Mastering Executive Persuasion

From Idea to Buy-In: Mastering Executive Persuasion

Recorded on May 7, 2025

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Overview

You have a great idea – one that could transform your team or your organization. But how do you get senior leadership to listen, buy-in, and take action? Fortunately, there are proven methods that have worked for countless professionals across all industries. Join me to learn how to pitch ideas with confidence and clarity using the WHAC method – a framework designed to help you say less to get more. We’ll also cover the art of storytelling, influence, presence, executive persuasion, and public speaking so you can make your ideas impossible to ignore. Through case studies of real leaders pitching and selling their ideas, this session will give you actionable skills in executive persuasion to influence senior decision-makers effectively.

Attendees will learn

  • How to apply influence and persuasion techniques to win before the presentation.
  • How to structure their pitch using the WHAC method to make it clear and compelling.
  • How to leverage storytelling techniques to create an emotional connection and drive action.
  • How to strengthen your executive presence to gain credibility and trust.
  • How to speak with confidence.
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From Idea to Buy-In: Mastering Executive Persuasion

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Presenter

Chris Wong is a certified executive coach, licensed therapist, and seasoned leadership development professional. As a facilitator and public speaker, Chris has trained hundreds of leaders and spearheaded successful organizational projects. His extensive experience spans nonprofit, health insurance, and government systems.

Currently, Chris works with new purpose-driven leaders to navigate chaotic and turbulent transitions. This includes helping leaders navigate difficult conversations, resolve conflicts, create high-performing cultures, build engagement, and find success in new roles. His expertise spans diverse areas, including leadership development, strategic planning, leading change, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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From Idea to Buy-In: Mastering Executive Persuasion
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