Virtual Communication Skills You Need Now - January MLE

With most of our work continuing to happen on screen—in fact, the 2024 ATD State of the Industry reports that 68% of organizations are using live, instructor-led virtual classrooms and 55% of organizations are using hybrid learning solutions—people need to show up in virtual settings stronger than ever.

Even the smallest of adjustments in how we show up on screen can completely change how people respond to us.

This session is a live, interactive “virtual communication clinic” — no stale PowerPoint slides, just practical tools and real-time application.

We will explore 2–3 simple techniques to help you show up more clearly, confidently, and effectively in virtual meetings and presentations. These techniques are based on subtle but powerful habits that build trust and authority on screen — and they’re immediately usable.

.A Quick Hello from Francisco Ramirez

The format is high-energy and hands-on. Whether you are delivering feedback, leading teams, or speaking under pressure, you’ll walk away with tangible skills they can apply the very same day.

By the end of this session, participants will:

About Your Presenter:

Francisco Ramirez is a trusted communication advisor to leaders at global brands including Google, Netflix, and the United Nations. He specializes in helping senior leaders and high-performing teams sharpen their influence and lead with authority—particularly in virtual, hybrid, and high-stakes environments.

With over 20 years of experience working with Fortune 500 organizations, Francisco equips leaders to communicate with clarity, build trust quickly, and move others to action. His sessions are not webinars; they are high-impact learning experiences designed for professionals who need results.

Learn more at http://frconsults.com.

Earn Professional Professional Development Points

This program is worth .5 Professional Development points.

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Accessibility

ATDOC events are accessible to all participants. If you have questions or require special accommodations or auxiliary aid related to a disability for you to participate in the event, please notify us at least three weeks in advance by message to ocoffice@atdoc.org, with subject line "ADA Accommodations," outlining your needs and request for accommodation.

We will make every effort to work with you to accommodate your need.

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If I do not provide permission, I understand I will not activate my web camera during the session.