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Communicate with Confidence. Lead with Clarity.

Build the communication skills to influence, connect and lead with impact.

Communication Leadership Training, New Zealand
Advanced Personal Communication & Conflict Resolution

WHO IS communication LEADERSHIP FOR?

Communication is the foundation of leadership. This programme is designed for professionals who want to lift their influence and presence.

Professionals seeking confidence in difficult conversations

New and emerging leaders

Teams wanting to communicate with clarity and impact

Leaders wanting to coach and mentor

Managers wanting to influence without authority

People with a thirst to learn and improve

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Trusted by over 80 New Zealand Organisations

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64 Trainings Completed Since 2011

800+

Over 800 Graduates

“The most effective leadership program I’ve seen”

Transformation Manager, Transpower

Next TrainingS | 12 Places Only

Wellington, 9-12 June 2026
Christchurch, 13-16 October 2026

what you’ll learn on this training

Heighten your awareness of language and use it skilfully for positive outcomes.

Part 1: Communication & the Brain

Learn how language works in the brain and make simple, powerful changes to how you communicate.

Apply simple and practical ways to build rapport

Reduce misunderstanding and strengthen trust.

Master the fundamentals to make communication effective.

Part 2: Coaching & Mentoring

Part two takes core communication skills to the advanced level of a Coach and Mentor.

Learn how to empower others to develop their own solutions.

Open up new thinking

See people move from problem to possibility and action.

Part 3: Raise & Preserve

Tough moments when raising concerns are familiar to most of us. Conflict, misunderstanding, heightened emotion are real risks.

Remove the edge from challenging conversations

Stay centred under pressure

Use a clear and constructive message structure

Reduce the chance of emotions flaring

Part 4: Conflict Resolution

Navigating conflict is rarely simple and conflict can return without sustainable solutions.

Clarify the difference between forced and lasting solutions

Explore what helps people disarm and work together

Practice approaches drawn from international peace processes

Turn conflict into partnership.

WHY THIS TRAINING WORKS

Designed for life-long value.

This is no flash-in-the-pan training. It’s designed to stick and add value to all areas of your work and life.

Small group training,
no one gets lost

To maximise value, places are limited to twelve people only. That means you’ll not get lost in a big crowd and you’ll get your outcomes met.

Deep-dive training,
no broad-brush approach

For greater depth, this leadership training focuses purely on communication. We don’t attempt to cover all aspects of leadership, just excellent communication.

Comprehensive training,
no half-haircuts

4 days plus extensive embedding, this training is for life-long learning. Half-day workshops are like half-haircuts, you’ll get something but not everything you need.

Practical exercises,
not a lecture

Engaging and interactive. With some 43 practical exercises, you’ll use what you learn constantly over the four days.

Layered parts,
a cohesive package

Each part of the training layers onto the previous part, helping you build a cohesive package and skills and strategies.

Confidence
and capability

At the end of the four days, you’ll be prepared to apply your learning with confidence to real situations.

Strongly Recommend

88% of participants strongly recommend this training. 11% recommend it.

Valuable and Engaging

90% of participants strongly agree it was valuable & engaging. 10% agree.

One of the Best

70% of participants strongly agree it was one the best trainings they’ve attended. 27% agree.

testimonials & results

“If you have the opportunity to do one communication leadership course in your life, do this one!”

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“It’s one of the four most valuable days of learning I’ve ever had. It helps you draw on the right skills at the right time.”

WENDY EDWARDS
CEO
EDISON CONSULTING

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“It’s not an overstatement to say that the course can fundamentally and permanently improve your ability to navigate challenges, on both a professional and personal level.”

David Ross, CEO
KAHU ENVIRONMENTAL

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“The four days may
seem like a big commitment, but you will not want it to end”

Susie ROBERTSON
ceo
kaibosh

about YOUR TRAINER

David Savage | Leadership Specialist

David Savage Communication Leadership Trainer

“An addictive and sumptuous mind explosion,
David Savage is a master at helping people to realise and reach their potential”

David helps leaders communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With more than 20 years’ experience across government, business, and the not‑for‑profit sector, he brings a science‑based, deeply human approach to leadership development. His work blends neuroscience, communication, and behaviour to help leaders navigate complexity, build trust, and create meaningful change.

Next TrainingS | 12 Places Only

Wellington, 9-12 June 2026
Christchurch, 13-16 October 2026

pricing

Build a culture of communication leadership.

Includes: 4-day comprehensive training, 200+ Page workbook, Pre/post training support, Full catering, Management loop, Extensive embedding strategies including a 13 week email refresher series.

One person

$3,250+gst

5% off if paid one month in advance.

5% Early-bird discount

Save $162.50+gst

Two people

$4,875+gst

Your second person is half price.*

25% Overall discount

Save $1,625+gst

Three people

$6,500+gst

Your third person is free.*

1/3 Overall discount

Save $3,250+gst

*Participants must be from the same organisation to qualify for the discounts.

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