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I have spent a significant part of my business and personal life enjoying the benefits that come from being able to articulate my thoughts clearly and easily.

Being able to deliver a message well, whether to motivate, to inspire, to persuade – or simply to introduce, welcome, or express appreciation – is something that makes certain people really stand out from the crowd.

In the business environment the ability to express yourself well is a critical competency and one that affects how influential you are able to be, particularly as a Manager, Leader or Executive.

No matter how clever or qualified, those who can’t express themselves well struggle to achieve recognition and may experience serious challenges should they be required to lead others.

Unfortunately many people really battle to master this skill.

I use my own experience, training and insight to come alongside and assist people and organisations through Public Speaking Coaching and Speech Writing.

Public Speaking

Public Speaking opportunities take many forms :

formal presentations to work teams comprising colleagues and / or management,
formal presentations to unfamiliar audiences of varying sizes,
interviews on commercial media (TV / radio), or simply
impromptu conversation with individuals or groups in in/formal settings.

Whatever the circumstance, the requirement is the same – to be at ease and equipped to present effectively.
I work with clients to identify existing skills and to provide theoretical input, coaching, practice and feedback to further harness these, as well as develop the skills which are lacking.

These interventions may follow a standard program or be tailored to address specific issues.

Speech Writing

At some point your leadership role will inevitably require you to stand up in front of a group of people and talk. Hosting, MC’ing or presenting at an Awards Dinner, delivering a Progress Report-back or a Keynote Speech for a Conference, or simply Welcoming, Introducing or Thanking Special Guests at events.

No matter what form of address, you need to prepare something that gets your message across to your audience as effectively as possible in the given time and setting.

Whether you are simply short of time to do this, or whether you struggle to find the words to express what you want to say, I can help. Based on a clear brief, I craft a written speech that supports your intended objective.