MIKA WATERS
Communication & Leadership Development
Communication is either
accelerating your results
or slowing things down.
I help leaders and teams get it right —fast
Meet Mika
Hello! I’m Mika Waters, a communication and leadership development expert with decades of experience helping leaders and teams navigate high-stakes conversations.
25+ years designing and facilitating leadership and communication programsExperience across corporate, nonprofit, government, and higher educationTrusted by organizations to strengthen communication, trust, and cultureKnown for delivering engaging, practical learning that drives real behavior changeCo-author of two widely acclaimed college communication textbooks published by Oxford University Press
The Soft Skills Return on Investment
Increasing communication effectiveness gets visible, measurable results
• Lead with awareness and intention• Reduce friction and misalignment• Foster an environment of trust• Solve problems quicker• Drive results with clarity• Turn conversations into outcomes• Build a more cohesive culture
Ways to Work Together
Choose the best channel for strengthening communication, leadership, and alignment—especially when it matters most.
TRAINING
Co-created experiences that build communication and leadership capacity. Designed to translate insight into measurable behavior change through applicable content and engaging facilitation.
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COACHING
Targeted development that strengthens executive presence, emotional intelligence, and performance in high-stakes conversations.
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CONSULTING
Human-centered assessments that identify root causes and deliver clear, actionable strategies to improve communication, trust, and alignment.
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KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS
High-impact presentations that engage, challenge, and equip audiences with practical tools they can use immediately.
Signature Programs
Original experiences designed to strengthen communication, leadership, and alignment quickly
The 100-Minute Communication Accelerator
A fast, high-impact session designed to improve communication where it matters most—helping individuals and teams respond with clarity, confidence, and intention in real time.⸻Kindful Communication™
Build awareness, choice, and emotional intelligence into everyday interactions—reducing defensiveness and strengthening trust, even in high-stakes moments.⸻True North Team Alignment
Align teams around shared purpose, navigate obstacles, and move forward with greater clarity, trust, and commitment.
Business Communication Core
Strengthen the fundamentals of professional communication across meetings, messages, and presentations.⸻HERO Customer Service™
Elevate the customer experience through Helpfulness, Empathy, Reliability, and Openness—especially in difficult interactions.⸻The Four Knows of Co-Authored Communication
Improve communication outcomes by focusing on self-awareness, audience awareness, clear goals, and intentional delivery.
Kind Words from Incredible Clients ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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“Participating in the Manager Essentials program facilitated by Mika Waters in Spain was a standout moment in my leadership journey. Her ability to create an inclusive, high-energy, and deeply reflective learning space was impressive. What struck me most was her agility in adapting to a multicultural audience, making everyone feel seen and valued — all while delivering strong, actionable content with grace and clarity.”
A. Levie, Workplace Experience Director, CBRE@META
“Participating in the Manager Essentials program facilitated by Mika Waters in Spain was a standout moment in my leadership journey. Her ability to create an inclusive, high-energy, and deeply reflective learning space was impressive. What struck me most was her agility in adapting to a multicultural audience, making everyone feel seen and valued — all while delivering strong, actionable content with grace and clarity.”
O. El Qacemi, SEI Manager of Morocco, Former Senior HRBP and Talent Manager, Driscolls, Inc.
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