About this Event
Clear communication has always mattered, but in today’s AI-powered world, the bar has changed.
Teams are producing sharper, more strategic work than ever. But when it’s time to present, the delivery often doesn’t match the thinking.
That’s the gap.
When everyone has access to great ideas, the differentiator is no longer what you say—it’s how you show up to say it.
The Communication Hike closes that gap.
Through a structured, measurable approach, participants learn to translate strong thinking into clear, confident communication—in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations.
Using Benchmark and Summit assessments across 21 dimensions, individuals don’t just improve—they see exactly how they improve, typically moving from a level 4 to a 5–6.
AI can generate insight. But it can’t deliver it in the room.
And that’s where influence happens.
DAY 1
Benchmark & Lights, Camera, Action - Start with data. Benchmark assesses your communication across 21 dimensions, showing how you actually show up. Then, immediately apply it—elevating your presence on camera and in the room so your delivery matches your thinking.
Connect First - Before people evaluate your ideas, they evaluate you. Learn how to build trust quickly and authentically so your message is heard, believed, and acted on.
Executive Presence - Presence is the difference between being heard and being trusted. Learn how to project confidence, manage nerves, and show up with credibility in high-stakes moments.
Be Memorable - If your message isn’t remembered, it doesn’t matter. Learn how to structure ideas, spark curiosity, and turn passive listeners into active participants.
Dynamic Delivery - Delivery shapes perception. Learn to use your voice, tone, and body language with intention to hold attention and reinforce your message.
Tell Captivating Stories - Stories make ideas stick. Learn simple frameworks to turn everyday communication into clear, engaging narratives that build trust and drive impact.
DAY 2
Engage Your Audience - Influence requires interaction. Learn how to create participation, navigate dialogue, and keep your audience actively engaged.
Open & Close With Purpose - Strong starts grab attention. Strong finishes drive action. Learn how to open with credibility and close in a way that sticks.
Two Minute Talk® Business Presentation - Bring it all together. Deliver a focused, real-world presentation to refine your skills and build confidence under pressure.
Summit - Measure the progress. Reassess across the same 21 dimensions to clearly see how your communication has improved.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Manager · High-Potential Leaders on the Rise · Individual Contributors
DATE & TIME
Monday, September 14 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
Tuesday, September 15 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
LOCATION
LifeHikes Training Center· 248 Lorraine Avenue, 2nd Floor, Montclair, NJ 07043
Google Maps Link: https://share.google/nufZUR6miAlJx8i3R
COME PREPARED
Training starts at 9:00 AM sharp. Bring your ID. Phone charged. Laptop away. Ready to dive in and sharpen real skills.
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WHO WE ARE
LifeHikes is a global leadership and communication training company.
We help leaders:
- Communicate with clarity when stakes are high
- Influence decisions, not just share information
- Build trust quickly across teams and organizations
Our work is:
- Highly interactive
- Practical and immediately applicable
- Designed for real-world leadership moments, not theory
We’ve trained 700,000+ leaders across 1,200+ companies in 47 countries.
YOUR COACH
- Head Coach, LifeHikes
Kesner LaGuerre is a LifeHikes coach and Director of Coach Development with a background that spans sales, pharma, the music industry, consulting, and keynote speaking. A former aspiring R&B singer who overcame severe stage fright, he found his purpose in helping others build the confidence and clarity to lead at their best. Since joining LifeHikes in 2018, he has coached senior leaders at organizations like Mastercard, IBM, Meta, and Universal Pictures, and leads a partnership with The Mastercard Foundation to train 12,000 youth across Africa by 2027. His focus areas include communication under pressure, executive presence, and leadership resilience.
CONTACT: Contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
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CANCELLATION:
If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend the event you signed up for, please let us know 48 hours in advance as you will be taking the space for another leader wanting to improve their communication skills.
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FILMING NOTICE:
The event may be recorded for purposes including, but not limited to, service improvement, quality assurance, and internal training. Participants grant LifeHikes the full right to use the recordings and images in printed and online publicity. If you have any issues with your photo being taken, please let the coach know. The event content is licensed and may be subject to legal protection. Participants are not permitted to record audio, images, or video from the training session.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
248 Lorraine Ave, 248 Lorraine Avenue, Montclair, United States
USD 750.00
