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My Approach

My approach is based on showing you or your team that everyone communicates most effectively when they are in a relaxed informal conversation, when they are being themselves.
My Approach
How I Help
- Increased confidence
- Saved time
- Greater impact
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How I Help

I work with a wide range of professionals, either 1-to-1, in small group sessions or delivering training to big teams. Although each client’s requirements are different below are some examples of the types of training and skills development I offer.

Four public speaking techniques from the best
Just as the top sportspeople and finest actors make it look easy, so the world’s most inspiring speakers have a calmness and a flow that keeps us captivated. However, as with anyone who’s successfully mastered their craft, the hard work that goes into the final result is very rarely appreciated. The most effective orators over […]

Four public speaking techniques from the best
Finding Confidence With Assertive Behaviour
Assertiveness, to some, comes with negative connotations, and it shouldn’t. There is nothing wrong with being assertive; it is a crucial trait of great leaders, as long as it doesn’t stray into aggression.

Finding Confidence With Assertive Behaviour
The Fundamentals Of An Investment Elevator Pitch
We speak at 130-140 words per minute. If those 60 seconds are an investor elevator pitch, make those words count.
We help you perfect the fundamentals and include the key elements you require.

The Fundamentals Of An Investment Elevator Pitch

I must reiterate how useful and enjoyable your course was last week. It has changed my perception of pitching immensely.

Ellis Nicolson, Director, EMN Plant
The session was excellent. The tutor was professional and inspiring. Her real-life stories added value and authority to the workshop.

Ava Sim, Project Manager, NB Communication Ltd (HIE Lerwick) Highlands & Islands Enterprise Entrepreneurial Academy
After completing this workshop, I feel far more confident in speaking to people in general and feel confident that I could create a pitch and be able to change it to suit whoever I might be speaking to.

HIE Entrepreneurial AcademyHighlands & Islands Enterprise Entrepreneurial Academy