Women in Defence UK have teamed up with the outstanding Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA) to bring you a masterclass that will enhance the impact of individual women by giving participants insight into the impact of their behaviours on others and providing practical tips and takeaways that can be applied straight away in the workplace.

The masterclass, lead by Abi Eniola, is open to all women who work in either the public or private sector in defence. There is no rank/grade restriction.

During this fully practical masterclass, that is delivered virtually, participants will be taken through the fundamental tools of communication - the body, breath and voice. Through interactive exercises, participants will come to understand the impact that they have on others and how to come across with great confidence and presence – whoever the audience. By exploring the power of physicality, voice and language, participants will learn which skills enable them to come across with authority and credibility as a woman in the workplace.

Masterclass content

• Impactful use of Body/Breath/Voice

• low and high-status behaviour and how to flex behaviour

• Engaging with authority & credibility

• Build confidence and trust in self and others

• Learn to recognise the communication preferences of others and how to adapt to them

A message from RADA Business:

RADA Business helps people at work become brilliant communicators. Everything we do is grounded in an understanding of business - and the varied needs of people within organisations. We’re convinced that organisations work most effectively when everyone has a voice - and we’re committed to giving people the skills to get themselves heard. All our profits support the activities of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, helping to develop the next generation of actors and technicians.

Abi Eniola's Biography

Abi has led groups and individuals in communications skills, personal impact, presentations, leadership and management development since 1997. She designed and runs RADA Business’s successful Impact and Influence for Women course and is passionate about helping women to discover their voices, increase their confidence and become powerful communicators. Abi has also worked in the area of inclusion since 1998.

As an actor, Abi worked in theatre, television and radio for twenty years, and could be heard around the world in the BBC Radio soap Westway. She was also part of the education team at the Unicorn Theatre and ran regular workshops at the Tricycle Theatre.

Along with an MA in Coaching and Mentoring Practice, Abi holds a BA (Hons) in Sociology and Social Anthropology and is an ICF (International Coach Federation) accredited executive coach. She combines very practical techniques from the world of theatre with transformational coaching, to help individuals to dramatically improve their physical and vocal presence.

Her transformational coaching approach goes beyond improving ways of thinking and behaving, to transforming ways of being and seeing in any situation. By creating a safe, enjoyable environment, Abi supports and empowers people to achieve their communication and impact goals quickly.

Abi has extensive experience in the public and private sectors and has worked with many organisations, including: BBC, Granada Television, Guardian, Freshfields, Linklaters, Berwin Leigton Paisner LLP, House of Commons, UK Border Agency, Department for International Trade, RBS, Barclays, HSBC, Citigroup, KPMG, EY, Deloitte, NHS England & Wales, General Medical Council, Royal College of Midwives, Cancer Research UK, Aviva, Chubb Insurance, M& G Insurance, Lend Lease, BT, Atkins, Eaton, Maybourne Hotel Group, TGI Friday, and Olympic Games Organising Committee.

Please note that we will operate a waiting list for this event. If you find you are unable to attend, please let us know as soon as possible. We will only be able to offer refunds to those unable to attend if a replacement can be found from the waiting list.