The Voice of Influence

Your voice is one of the most powerful communication tools you have, yet it is often the least developed.

Long before people fully process your words, they are responding to your tone, pace, energy and presence. Your voice influences how credible and trustworthy you appear, shaping the impact of every interaction.

This immersive masterclass explores how your voice can strengthen your leadership communication skills, helping you communicate with greater authenticity and connection. Whether you’re speaking in public, leading a meeting, presenting to clients or navigating a difficult conversation, you’ll learn how to use your voice intentionally to ensure your message lands in the way you intend.

  • Level:

    This masterclass is designed for individuals who lead groups or one-on-one meetings, deliver presentations or engage in public speaking.

  • Duration:

    9.30am to 5pm

  • Delivery:

    In person, London, in small groups of up to 10 people.

  • Dates:

    This open access masterclass runs in March, May, September and November. Additional dates or larger groups are available on request.

  • Cost:

    £745

Course outline:

Working alongside our team of communication specialists and professional actors, participants will explore the vocal techniques that underpin influential communication.

Through practical exercises and live coaching, they will learn how pace, tone, pitch, emphasis and silence affect the way messages are received. Participants will discover how physicality, mindset and breath directly influence vocal delivery, and how small adjustments can significantly increase confidence.

Rather than focusing on performance, this masterclass focuses on authenticity. Participants will develop a voice that feels natural to them whilst increasing their ability to engage and build trust with others.

By the end of the session, they will leave with practical tools to communicate with greater impact, whether speaking one-to-one, leading teams, presenting to groups or influencing key stakeholders.

Helpful resources from 1948’s blog:

Why your voice matters in public speaking – find out how to harness the power of your voice to build connection with your audience.

Having dedicated one to one time to practice the more challenging conversations we face in business has allowed our management team to do so with confidence and skill. The practice lab is an invaluable service.

1948 has delivered a series of energetic and thought-provoking workshops for our clients. Participants were fully engaged and left the session enlightened and excited for more! Looking forward to collaborating further.

Jacquie’s PR expertise was invaluable. She expertly crafted our messaging and helped secure coverage that greatly enhanced our visability. What stands out most is her unwavering loyalty and integrity.

“Working with 1948 was definitely one of the highlights of the year. Looking forward to the next project.

Simon has helped me find my authentic voice. Thanks to his deep knowledge of acting and communication, he has helped me get ready to launch my new book. He has been encouraging and supporting throughout.

1948 has delivered a series of energetic and thought-provoking workshops for our clients. Participants were fully engaged and left the session enlightened and excited for more! Looking forward to collaborating further.

Having dedicated one to one time to practice the more challenging conversations we face in business has allowed our management team to do so with confidence and skill. The practice lab is an invaluable service.

Jacquie’s PR expertise was invaluable. She expertly crafted our messaging and helped secure coverage that greatly enhanced our visability. What stands out most is her unwavering loyalty and integrity.

Working with 1948 was definitely one of the highlights of the year. Looking forward to the next project.

Simon has helped me find my authentic voice. Thanks to his deep knowledge of acting and communication, he has helped me get ready to launch my new book. He has been encouraging and supporting throughout.

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