See if you qualify through the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program to receive up to $15K for professional development
Schedule A Call With Kit PangThe Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program offers companies the opportunity to be reimbursed for up to $15,000 in training costs per calendar year through the WTFP Express Program. It’s a “use it or lose it” opportunity.
Official Website For Workforce Training Express Program
Your Next Steps:
1. Check out the info below to see if your organization is eligible and watch the info session.
2. Reach out to Kit Pang at [email protected] to see how we can work together or schedule a time on the calender here.
3. Apply for the grant (Kit can walk you through everything). It takes 15-30 minutes.
4. Wait to hear back if you are approved (takes at least 21 days).
5. Set up training dates and start the training!
6. Submit your receipt and get reimbursed from the MA Workforce Training Fund.
*SET THIS UP ASAP BEFORE 2024 is over because the funding resets in 2025..if you don't use the funds this year, you lose it.*
Quick Check Below To See If Your Organization Is Eligible
Massachusetts businesses with 100 or fewer Massachusetts w-2 employees may apply for the WTFP Express Program.
- Up to 100% reimbursement for organizations with up to 50 Massachusetts employees at the time of application.
- Up to 50% reimbursement for orgs with 51 to 100 Massachusetts employees at the time of application
All trainees must be full-time or part-time payroll employees (trainees are not required to live in massachusetts.)
The business is headquartered in Massachusetts.
All applicants/companies should be prepared to submit a certificate of good standing (COGS). The process is usually easy and quick to get your certificate online (10 minutes). No fee is required.
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Watch the Replay Below: Speaking Training Grant Info Session
Join Kit Pang, Founder of BostonSpeaks, as he shares more about the MA Workforce Grant Program during a live session to see how you or your company may qualify for free communication and speaking trianing.
Here's How BostonSpeaks Can Help You Or Your Team
Discover the power 1-on-1 communication and speaking training for your team.
Goal-setting: In our initial sessions, We'll learn about the individual's situation, set goals, and create a plan for maximum growth. We'll work with the individual to review and refine their goals/plan goals as they acquire more knowledge and experience.
Assessments: For continuous progress, we'll have a recurring assessment of their strengths and weaknesses. Surveys can be sent out to colleagues.
Obstacles to success: We'll identify together what blocks or delays them from success and develop strategies to conquer those obstacles.
Actions: Each session ends with a series of action steps that enable individuals to achieve goals.
Accountability: We work with our clients closely to support them through their process of transformation.
Communication and Public Speaking Workshops & Webinars
Prices vary depending on need
Schedule A Call With Kit PangLet's make communication & public speaking an asset for your team and organization.
(A few workshops examples below)
Workshop #1 - Speak with Confidence and Impact (Most Popular)
Workshop #2 - Adapting To Different Communication Styles
Workshop #3 - Virtual Communication & Presentation Skills
Workshop #4 - The Art of Storytelling
Workshop #5 - Persuasion & Influence
Workshop #6 - Team Dynamics and Effective Communication
Don't See What You're Looking For Here?
Great speakers are trained, not born. Ready to polish your team's speaking and discover powerful public speaking secrets to take their speaking to the next level?
CHECK OUT THE SPEAKING EXPERIENCE VIDEO BELOW:
Looking for something different?
Let's create the ideal training for your team.
Step 1 - Get In Touch
Tell us more about your team's needs and any ideas you might have.
Step 2 - Apply For The Grant
We'll walk you through the exact steps.
Step 3 - Logistics + Training Time
After we have set up all the logistics, we'll be in touch to make sure to adjust to any updates or changes along the way.
Meet Your Coaches
"If you were asked to describe your colleagues’ presentation skills, what would you say?”
“At the beginning of many trainings (pre-COVID-19), we would pass around sticky notes and ask people to honestly describe their colleagues' presentations. Here’s what they say:
‘Boring,’‘technical,’ ‘hard to follow,’ ‘dense,’ ‘uninspiring,’ or our favorite, ‘we feel like hostages.’
If your teammates are too technical, we can help them become more engaging and clear. If they’re verbose, we can help them get to the point. And if they’re nervous and frazzled, we can help them become calmer and more confident.
No matter what challenges your team is facing, you can be sure that we’ve seen it before, and we have real solutions to help them become successful public speakers and presenters.”
Let’s work together to create a custom training program for your team, including targeted training, live practice, feedback from our coaches, and so much more.
✓ Overcome fear and anxiety
✓ Build confidence and charisma
✓ Become persuasive and influential
✓ Get audiences to agree with and support your ideas
✓ Learn how to structure engaging presentations and speeches
✓ Work on body language, stage presence, and vocal variety
✓ Identify and minimize ticks or distracting delivery methods
✓ Learn how to weave story and emotion into presentations
✓ And more!
TRUSTED BY
provided real-life strategies and tips to help us become more influential leaders, sales professionals, and teammates by fine-tuning our communication skills.”
at BostonSpeaks generously offers their experience and insight to help guide and motivate our leaders to the next level of their career."
Have questions?
Why communication & public speaking training?
What are the most common challenges your clients face?
What makes BostonSpeaks different from other public speaking training?
How much does training cost?
We're Confident That Your Team Will Love Us, Just Like Some Of Our Partners Below
Check out more success stories on our Wall of Speaking Success.
Case Study - Massachusetts Municipal Association
The Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) contacted BostonSpeaks to provide an end-of-year training session for their annual meeting. The MMA team sought a program that would not only engage their audience but also foster professional development among their team. We delivered a comprehensive speaking training that emphasized three key areas: mindset (confidence), manner (delivery), and matter (content).
Case Study - MIT Technology Review
We recently completed our second year working with the team at MIT Technology Review. This year, they sought a specialized 2-day public speaking training program to prepare their team for EmTech, their premier event focused on emerging technology and trends. The training aimed to enhance their skills as speakers and moderators. Our interactive program included one-on-one sessions, group exercises, and public speaking training to ensure comprehensive preparation for the event.
Case Study -TerraCorps
We’ve had the pleasure of partnering with TerraCorps for three years, helping their team and members enhance their communication skills. This year, TerraCorps expressed a need for a specialized half-day workshop dedicated to public speaking and storytelling for their members. Our tailored workshop aimed to empower participants to articulate their messages effectively, captivate their audience, and tell compelling stories that resonate. Through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and personalized feedback, we worked closely with the TerraCorps team to ensure each member left with increased confidence and improved public speaking abilities.
Case Study - ASICS
In our third year of collaboration with ASICS, we focused intensively on preparing their team for a critical go-to marketing meeting through specialized public speaking training. Our sessions centered on enhancing confidence, delivery, and persuasion skills. We engaged participants in dynamic exercises to bolster their presentation confidence and refine delivery techniques, emphasizing clarity and impactful messaging.
Case Study - HI USA
HI USA reached out for a half-day public speaking training with a special focus on storytelling for their sales team. Understanding the pivotal role that effective communication and compelling storytelling play in sales, we designed a workshop tailored to their needs. Our training aimed to equip the sales team with the skills to craft and deliver powerful narratives that engage clients and drive results. Through interactive sessions, hands-on activities, and real-time feedback, we guided the team in mastering the art of storytelling, enhancing their ability to connect with clients on a deeper level.
Case Study - HubSpot
BostonSpeaks conducted a half-day workshop for the team at HubSpot, focusing on enhancing confidence, establishing a commanding presence, and developing effective audience connection skills. The workshop featured small group activities aimed at fostering interactive learning and providing additional feedback for participants. Individuals had opportunities to practice speaking in front of their peers, receiving feedback and refining their delivery in a supportive environment.
Case Study - United States Coast Guard
BostonSpeaks conducted a specialized training session for the United States Coast Guard, focusing on elevating public speaking skills, refining body language, and enhancing presence among its members. The session was tailored to address the unique needs of Coast Guard personnel, emphasizing practical techniques to command attention, convey confidence, and connect effectively with audiences. The training aimed to equip Coast Guard members with essential skills to excel in both professional and public-facing situations.
Case Study - Pixability
Pixability's team engaged in a half-day workshop hosted by BostonSpeaks, designed to foster community, professional growth, and enhanced public speaking skills. Throughout the session, we focused on building confidence, mastering body language, varying vocal delivery, enhancing presence, refining speaking techniques, and achieving clarity in communication. The workshop provided a comprehensive experience aimed at empowering participants to communicate effectively and confidently in various professional settings.