Workshops

Workshops are half-day and full day classes designed to help participants improve their pitching skills and become more confident in meetings.

Past and current clients include Merrill Lynch, American Film Market, Warner Brothers, National Speaker's Association Graduate School, Asia Media Festival, International Creativity Conference and University of Southern California.

"Stephanie Palmer shares her experience listening to thousands of pitches. Much of her direction on how to pitch well is counterintuitive, but it's dead-on accurate."
—Inc. magazine

How To Pitch Your Creative Project

This workshop is designed for people who have a completed project (screenplay, novel, TV pilot, or nonfiction book proposal) that is ready to sell.

You'll learn how to:

• Create intriguing short pitches that open the right doors
• Build rapport with stars, agents, executives and decision-makers
• Prepare dynamite answers to "trick" questions
• Pitch as yourself in your own style

"There really is a craft to oral storytelling (pitching), and Stephanie shares invaluable advice for mastering this essential component of show business survival."
—Tom Benedek, screenwriter of Cocoon, Free Willy

How to Pitch Your Business Idea

This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs who have a business plan and are looking for financing.

You'll learn how to:

• Present your ideas in a compelling, memorable way
• Use Hollywood storytelling and pitching techniques
• Explain complex and cutting-edge concepts to non-specialists
• Respond to investor questions with confidence and clarity

"Stephanie Palmer shares valuable, practical information for succeeding in the real world. She has created an innovative system that can help anyone maximize their persuasive powers and get what they want in high-stakes meetings. Highly recommended."
—Greg Foster, CEO, IMAX

Contact Stephanie to learn more or schedule a workshop.