Speak like a leader daily
Steve Piacente argues that everyday workplace communication is a series of small 'presentations' and that speaking with credibility builds influence over time (x.com). He shared a public‑speaking video to illustrate practical techniques for projecting authority in routine meetings (x.com).
Steve Piacente is listed as Director of Training at The Communication Center and brings more than four decades of communications experience, including roles as a Washington correspondent and deputy communications director at the U.S. General Services Administration. (thecommunicationcenter.com) His YouTube channel shows recent short coaching clips and around 15 subscribers, with “Public Speaking Step by Step” at about 623 views and “We’re Always Presenting” at roughly 23 views on recent uploads. (youtube.com) The Author Learning Center profile for Piacente describes his method as practical and direct, stressing “saying less, saying it clearly, and leading an audience” across formats such as readings, panels, interviews and virtual events. (authorlearningcenter.com) Piacente holds a B.A. in Communications from American University and a Masters in Fiction from Johns Hopkins University, and he teaches communications as an adjunct at American University. (american.edu) He is certified by the International Coach Federation, owns Next Phase Life Coaching, and lists the non‑fiction title Your New Fighting Stance as part of his coaching-aligned work. (thecommunicationcenter.com) The Author Learning Center has scheduled his live webinar “Public Speaking for Authors: from Page to Stage” for March 3, 2026, with a repeat session on March 24, 2026. (authorlearningcenter.com 1) (authorlearningcenter.com 2) Piacente’s channel labels a short-form series “Postcards with a Purpose,” which pairs visual moments with micro-lessons about presence, respect and how to make brief messages land. (youtube.com)
