Time to SHINE!
“The highest honor on Earth that you will ever have is the honor of being yourself…your only true job as a human being is to discover why you came. Why you are here.” – Oprah Winfrey
WHO AM I?
Hi, I’m a multi award-winning public speaker and speaker trainer. I’m also an international performer. I’ve been teaching, training and coaching at corporates, universities and schools for more than a decade.
I once worked for blue-chip corporates in the high pressure industries of investment banking and IT management consulting in New York and London.
Sometimes I experienced the frustration of not making an impact, mainly because I lacked confidence and didn’t know how to frame and deliver my message. Because of my then inability to communicate effectively at work, I’ve experienced what it’s like to be put on probation. I even felt the sting of being fired from a position because I didn’t speak up during meetings.
As someone who was never a naturally gifted speaker and communicator, I think this makes it easier for me to plan helpful learning activities and make a connection with my clients.
I understand how they feel, having been there myself!
Now, I’ve performed or spoken in front of tens of thousands of people internationally. I’ve performed for clients like Oracle, Belkin and Leica and been featured in or written for Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar and the BBC.
I bring my training in cabaret, stand-up comedy and TV-presenting to the table helping people conquer fears, be their most engaging selves and stand proud in front of an audience, whether during a business presentation or during a job interview.
If formal qualifications are your thing and you’d like to see my CV, then please scroll to the bottom of this page.
WHAT I DO
I’m passionate about helping people share who they are and become their best selves. Whether I do that by keynote speaking at an event, delivering a workshop or even working with individuals, it’s what makes me tick. I have a light touch and a humorous style, making sure I always entertain as well as educate.
My audience may include those that already have the gift of the gab, have total confidence ‘on stage’ and just need some structure and fine-tuning. Or perhaps there are introverts, who don’t enjoy the spotlight but have a burning desire to share their stories, ideas and creativity.
When individuals have the confidence and tools to share their brilliance, amazing things happen. People are transformed into leaders. Teams and groups perform better. Everyone gains.
I, like many others, have been in the situation where I was afraid to speak up at work.
Afraid to share my message in case it came out wrong or was rejected by my colleagues, clients and bosses.
And that’s why I’m so committed to helping people speak up and shine NOW.
No more delaying opportunities to speak in meetings or putting life and business on hold by withholding ideas, creations and opinions.
When people stifle themselves and fail to share their magnificence it can have so many negative results including stress, resentment and poor performance.
On the other hand, being encouraged to speak up can have a significant benefit in the workplace:
- We feel courageous and confident
- There’s more energy available to get things done – we’re not wasting it on covering up who we are
- Our example encourages others to speak up too
- Our stories help colleagues and clients to get to know, like and trust us
- Diversity in the workplace is promoted
- There’s greater potential for collaboration
- Fresh ideas lead to progress and innovation
And the list goes on!
Want to work with me 121 or have me work with your group?
COMPANIES AND ORGANISATIONS:
Find out about my soft skills training for STEM and technical industries
Find out about corporate workshops, coaching and bespoke training
Find out about keynote speaking
BUSINESS OWNERS:
Find out how to get clients with speaking
Find out about private coaching
Want something less personalised?
Buy my book “How to be a DIVA at Public Speaking”
Attend an upcoming live training session or public talk.
Sign up for the online course 6 Weeks to Speaking Success
SOME WAYS I CAN HELP YOU FOR FREE:
Check out my blog which has more than 20 training videos on public speaking (the podcast version is coming soon!)
Sign up for one of my free downloadable resources
Download a chapter from my book How to be a D.I.V.A. at Public Speaking
Sign up to my email list (check the footer of this page for the form) for regular advice and to learn about my newest free tools
Check out my Instagram page for inspiring tips
Qualifications
Contributor to Marie Claire, We Are The City, Forbes, BBC
Jenny Seagrove Speaker Award 2016 (awarded highest mark in UK)
TEDx Speaker
B.A. Natural Sciences, Cambridge University
Postgraduate Certificate of Education, Oxford University
Qualified NLP Practitioner
Speaker training clients include: Lloyds Bank (training in Impromptu Speaking, Humorous Speaking, Speech Structure and Delivery) and
Harpers Bazaar (Think On Your Feet Training: impromptu speaking frameworks, answering difficult questions, hedging strategies)
Coached numerous private clients including lawyers, accountants, project managers, engineers and entrepreneurs
Author of Amazon.com bestseller ‘How to be a D.I.V.A. at Public Speaking’
Created and delivered a range of public speaking workshops and online training courses
Toastmasters International Triple Crown Award 2016
Club President and Area Director – Toastmasters International
Winner of several public speaking contests
Professional International Singer and Entertainer
Master of Science (Analytical Chemistry), Emory University, USA
Former Management Consultant and Account Director (NY and London) Clients included Goldman Sachs (Investment Management Division), British Airways, Prudential Financial
Why choose me?
- My strengths lie in assisting my clients with the creation of a highly structured, easy to follow presentation that is also entertaining and interactive. I help clients break down complicated or dense information and communicate it in a way that’s interesting, understandable and actionable.
- I help my clients with delivery and overcoming nerves, building their confidence with a bespoke approach. I equip clients with the tools they need to continue creating powerful and engaging presentations long after the coaching contract is over.
- I have a corporate and scientific background coupled with more than 15 years in the role of professional singer and entertainer and have performed for tens of thousands of people internationally.
- As a both an award winning speaker and a professional singer, I also train my clients to maximise the use of their voices, employing a range of vocal exercises to increase volume (as needed) and to improve tone and expression.
- With training in Stand Up Comedy, TV Presenting, Sales and more, I bring a wide range of skills to the table, helping my clients gain confidence and project a powerful and influential stage presence.
- I have written an Amazon.com bestselling book that details a clear methodology for becoming an engaging presenter. I also have a range of online coaching materials to which I give my clients full access.
- I use my formal teaching qualification and skills as an NLP coach to help my clients learn quickly and easily.
- I teach a variety of techniques that will help clients win over their audiences and start conversations that will eventually turn into new business.
