Our relationships in work and life are constrained by our ability to present our most authentic, compelling selves. This includes real-life interactions and trying to be present online, from the shoulders up, across online video platforms of indeterminate quality.

From opening up in real-world professional and social situations to participating in virtual team meetings or even hosting an online quiz with friends, how can you use the tools of charisma to improve your interactions with the people you care about?

In this digital masterclass, public speaking coach and comedian Ryan Millar will demonstrate how you can develop your personal magnetism to better relate to others, even through a laptop screen. He will cover how you can better understand yourself, and how to project authentic strength and warmth to others, why charisma isn’t innate and how to learn it, and how to positively influence others’ perception of you in order to develop more meaningful relationships.

You will learn the importance of dynamic communication and positive body language, built on a foundation of self-awareness, as well as how to respond flexibly to different personalities and social requirements and, ultimately, you’ll come away with a heightened sense of confidence in your ability to interact – whether you want to be the life of the (virtual) party or not.

You will be sent a link to the webinar 2hrs before the start time of 6.30pm (GMT).

Course Content

Breaking down charisma – what it is and behaviours that can be learned
Authenticity and personal mastery; getting to know ourselves
Learning charisma: from first impressions to strengthening ongoing relationships
Refining your interpersonal communication over the internet
Using curiosity and better questions to deepen interactions
Radiating out and broadcasting your charisma – literally and figuratively
Breakout rooms, to practice your new skills
Ongoing Q&A
Plus: a takeaway guide full of tips to boost your charisma

This class is for..

Anyone looking to increase their confidence and become more comfortable in both online and off-line conversations
Anyone with an interest in becoming more self-aware about their communication styles

Tutor Profile

Ryan Millar is an author, speaker and coach. Drawing on his background as an improviser, he’s helped companies like Heineken, Apple, and Netflix communicate better. He also provides coaching on creativity, networking and personal mastery. His first book, TAKE IT EASY: And More Tips for the Dedicated Improviser, is available now www.ryanmillar.com

You will be sent a link to the webinar 2hrs before the start time of 6.30pm (GMT).

Course Details

Date: Tuesday 19 October 2021
Time: 6.30pm-9pm (BST)

6.30pm BST | 7.30pm CEST | 10.30am PDT | 1.30pm EDT

This masterclass is available globally. If you are joining us from outside the United Kingdom, please use this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.

You will be sent a link to the webinar two hrs before the start time. Please email masterclasses@theguardian.com if you have not received the access link within one hour of the scheduled start time.

All Guardian Masterclasses are fully accessible but please contact us at masterclasses@theguardian.com if you have any queries or concerns.

Full course and returns information on the Masterclasses website

Boost your charisma: A masterclass in confidence and communication