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The Art of Effective Communication

Communicate with confidence, clarity, and impact

  • check Live sessions, real-world exercises, and immediate feedback.
  • check Gain a strong understanding of persuasion and influence techniques.
  • check Learn how to structure messages, engage stakeholders, and persuade in executive environments.
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Develop high-impact communication skills that engage and inspire your audience

This course helps you elevate how you communicate in professional and executive settings. Through a mix of storytelling, strategic messaging, persuasion techniques, and visual communication, you will learn how to deliver ideas in a way that engages, inspires, and mobilizes others.

Through live sessions, curated resources, and hands-on practice, you’ll learn how to master storytelling, persuasion, and presence — whether you’re leading a meeting, presenting to clients, pitching an idea, or sharing your vision with a team.

By the end, you’ll leave with practical tools, refined techniques, and a personalized action plan to communicate with influence and achieve your goals.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

  • check Professionals who present to clients, partners, or stakeholders and want to level up their communication skills in any role or industry.
  • check Team leaders and managers who need to engage and inspire others.
  • check Entrepreneurs and freelancers pitching ideas negotiating, or presenting to clients.
  • check Anyone who wants to communicate with more clarity, confidence, and connection.

what you’ll learn

  • check Communicate with impact: learn how to communicate with impact using assertive communication techniques.
  • check Craft strategic stories: learn to structure strategic narratives that engage and motivate audiences.
  • check Persuade with confidence: learn persuasion and influence strategies based on proven psychological frameworks.
  • check Build authentic connections: through verbal and non-verbal communication.
  • check Effective visual communication: for data-driven storytelling.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • check Communicate with impact: learn how to communicate with impact using assertive communication techniques.
  • check Craft strategic stories: learn to structure strategic narratives that engage and motivate audiences.
  • check Persuade with confidence: learn persuasion and influence strategies based on proven psychological frameworks.
  • check Build authentic connections: through verbal and non-verbal communication.
  • check Effective visual communication: for data-driven storytelling.
Communication techniques
Persuasion strategy
Storytelling & Impact

This course includes

  • check 4 weekly live online sessions with interactive practice and direct feedback.
  • check Real-world exercises, storytelling activities, and a final practical presentation with review.
  • check A personal development plan to continue growing your communication strengths.
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WHAT OUR LEARNERS SAY

86%

Immediately apply
Hyper Island frameworks

 

Within weeks of completing the course, making the learning stick through action.

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Explicitly describe:
a shift in mindset

describing Hyper Island as a mindset accelerator: creating more openness, empathy, reflection, and self-awareness.

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Describe Hyper Island as a place where learning feels human, not corporate!

They highlight the facilitators’ presence and humanity is what makes the Hyper Island unique.
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Is this the right course for you?

Book a free call with our advisors. We’ll help you explore whether this course fits your goals, background, and next career step.

 

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Over 2000 organizations trust HYPER ISLAND as their Learning Partner.

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Course Program

Essential Foundations of Effective Communication expand_more expand_less

We will explore the principles and foundations of high-impact communication, covering the classic components of the Shannon-Weaver model and the key elements of assertive communication (sender, receiver, message, channel, and context). Participants will learn how these concepts apply to executive settings, gaining insights into structuring intentional and effective messages. 

Strategic Storytelling To Inspire expand_more expand_less

Discover how storytelling can be a powerful tool for conveying ideas and inspiring action. This module covers the essential elements of compelling narratives and teaches participants how to structure messages that connect with their audience in presentations and speeches. Through examples and applied techniques, participants will learn to capture attention, drive engagement, and craft stories that motivate and mobilize teams and strategic partners.

Communication as Connection & Rapport expand_more expand_less

Develop techniques to engage their audience, strengthen rapport, and eliminate noise that may disrupt messaging. With a focus on non-violent communication, this module explores strategies to foster meaningful connections, promote genuine exchanges, and create mutual understanding that enhances collaboration.

Influence & Persuasion To Mobilize expand_more expand_less

Develop your influence and persuasion skills using techniques based on psychological principles and credibility building. Additionally, we will explore effective negotiation and conflict management strategies, helping you navigate challenging situations with confidence and achieve positive outcomes with diverse communication styles.

Visual & Verbal Communication For Greater Impact expand_more expand_less

Enhance your visual communication by applying best design practices to transform complex data into clear and engaging insights. Furthermore, you will practice presentation techniques such as body language, rhythm, musicality, and posture, ensuring an engaging and memorable performance.

Practical Application & Personal Action Plan expand_more expand_less

In this final module, you will have the opportunity to apply the skills and tools learned in a practical presentation, receiving live feedback and recordings for review. This will strengthen your storytelling, influence, and negotiation skills in a safe and constructive environment. To conclude, you will leave with a personal development plan that will help you continuously incorporate these practices, taking your executive communication to the next level.

Frameworks, Methods & Tools expand_more expand_less
  • Shannon-Weaver Communication Model for strategic messaging.
  • Ethos, Pathos, Logos framework for persuasion and influence.
  • Storytelling structures for effective business communication.
  • Non-violent communication techniques for engagement and collaboration.
  • Visual communication principles for executive presentations.
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INVEST IN YOUR TEAM
Group pricing for businesses

We offer special group prices for companies.

Book a call with one of our course specialists and discover if you qualify for a group price.

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THE HYPER ISLAND EXPERIENCE

MORE THAN A SIMPLE ONLINE COURSE

No passive lectures or theory for theory’s sake: just practical, real-world learning. Through hands-on projects, expert guidance, and collaboration, you’ll build the mindset and skills to turn ideas into impact and thrive in the modern workplace.

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LEARN 
BY DOING

Impactful, hands-on learning experiences with ready-to-use tools you can apply right away in your job.

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LEARN FROM 
EXPERTS

We work with world-leading industry experts to provide the most cutting-edge content.

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COLLABORATIVE 
PEER-DRIVEN CULTURE

Learn in a supportive, group-based environment that fosters teamwork and collaboration for solving
complex challenges.

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Learning Outcomes

By the time you finish this course you should have acquired the following knowledge and skills, which you’ll be able to use right away in your work, or add to your resumé:

  • Deliver compelling messages with clarity and precision.
  • Master storytelling techniques to inspire action.
  • Strengthen persuasion and negotiation skills.

  • Improve executive presence and communication confidence.
  • Design impactful presentations that simplify complex data.
  • Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills for professional settings.
Meet your Teachers

Get to know the experts guiding your journey to success.

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Veronica Magarinos - Course Facilitator

Veronica is an experienced facilitator with a passion for leadership, diversity, and transformative innovation. Born in Geneva and fluent in four languages, she has lived in Stockholm, Montevideo, and São Paulo. With over a decade of experience as a speaker, senior consultant, and facilitator across three continents, she has worked with more than 100 top multinational companies. Specializing in complex problem-solving and cultural change, Veronica inspires individuals to embrace their strengths and lead with confidence, fostering inclusive, innovative environments wherever she goes.

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Sabryna Alsfasser - Course Facilitator

Sabryna is an industrial engineer graduated from EC Lyon, one of the most prestigious schools in France, Sabryna has 18 years of experience in FMCG companies like Nestlé and Beiersdorf. She has lived and worked in France, Germany, Brazil, and Chile. In the last years, Sabryna has designed and facilitated learning journeys around leadership, innovation, or customer experience for companies like Bayer, BASF, American Express, IBM, Kraft Heinz, Avon, etc.

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Benito Berretta - Course Facilitator

Benito is the General Director of Hyper Island Americas. He has held several executive roles where he developed and implemented innovation models to accelerate businesses and markets. He holds a degree in Economics and Information Technology from the Universidad de la República Oriental del Uruguay and a postgraduate degree in Marketing from UCUDAL (Universidad Católica del Uruguay, Dámaso Antonio Larrañaga).

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Receive and Share Your Certificate

You’ll receive a Professional Certificate via the Certifier platform within 1-2 weeks after completing the course.

Certificates are configured for uploading and sharing on LinkedIn or downloading as PDF.

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What our students say

Discover what our former participants say about their experience.

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"Very didactic classes, with practical and cohesive exercises. Reflections and challenges really helped to reinforce the content and think about the next steps."

Ana Luisa Bueno

Google
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“I joined thinking I knew a lot about communication [...] But I left with my toolbox even fuller, even more robust, and my mind filled with challenges to be more intentional, to pay more attention, and to be more strategic in my communication as 

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Wellhub
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Frequently asked questions

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Our online courses consist of weekly live sessions and some independent work in between to help reinforce your learning and connect with instructors and peers.

Do I need to attend live sessions? add remove
We strongly recommend it! The live sessions are where you’ll engage in discussions, ask questions, and apply what you’ve learned. Recordings are available if you can’t make it.
How much time should I set aside each week? add remove

Plan for 3–5 hours per week, including one live session, readings, and hands-on exercises. You’ll find the exact schedule in the course syllabus.

What platforms or tools do you use? add remove

We use Google Meet for our live sessions and provide all course materials via email or a shared learning space.

Will I get a certificate? add remove

Yes! You'll receive a certificate within 1-2 weeks of completion if you participate in the live sessions and complete all required coursework.

Is the course suitable for teams? add remove

Absolutely, it’s designed to work well for both individuals and teams. If you're looking for a more private experience or tailored solutions for your team or organization, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

What support is available during the course? add remove

You’ll have direct access to a course facilitator, tech support via email, and a community of fellow learners for peer support and collaboration.

Can my company pay with a credit card or invoice? add remove

Yes. You can register as a company and choose to pay by credit card or invoice. If you choose an invoice, you’ll receive a payment link to pay by bank transfer or card.

Is there a possibility for a payment plan? add remove

The course must be paid in full before you begin. However, if you require multiple invoices, we can accommodate that. Please get in touch with our team to discuss the options.

Are your courses Swedish government funded? add remove

No, our short courses are not government funded or CSN-approved. They’re offered independently and are not part of Sweden’s state-subsidized education system. However, many participants have their fees covered by their employers, and we can provide an invoice or supporting documentation to make that process easier.

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