Speaking starts with who you are. Everything else comes after.
Most speaker coaches start with technique.
How you stand. How you hold your hands. The pace and tone of your voice.
That stuff is important, but I start somewhere different.
Before we touch any of that, we look at who you are, what matters to you and what you want to bring to the world.
Once we get that, then the technique falls into place like a really nice thing that falls into place nicely. And then when you use your voice, if feels like you and not a performance.
My clients report a 76% increase in confidence on average. Imagine the difference that would make to how you show up?
So how does it work.
I have an approach called Brain-Page-Stage®.
And together we work through those three stages.
Brain – We start with clarity. Who you are, what you want to say, and why it matters. This is where the confidence actually comes from.
Page – Then we shape the content. What to say, what to leave out, and how to structure it so people actually follow you.
Stage – Last, we work on delivery. How you say it, how you move and use the stage, and how you handle nerves when they show up (because they will show up)/
Most coaching skips straight to Stage with tips and tricks. And that’s why it doesn’t stick - when we start with Brain, the rest is hell of a lot easier.
“Dave coached me in preparation for my TEDx talk, and I can’t recommend him enough. He was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process and constantly went above and beyond in his support for me. If you need any support with speaking, writing or presenting - Dave is your man.” — Will Crawford
“I have done public speaking before, but I am always looking to improve. Dave has really helped me break down my story and bring it to life in a way that feels natural and engaging. Through working with him, I have learned simple yet powerful techniques to better connect with my audience.
What sets Dave apart is that he is not only brilliant at the practical side of speaking, he is also fantastic at sharing strategies for staying calm, managing time, and wrapping up confidently.
But it is Dave as a person that truly makes the difference. His approach, encouragement, and moral support are invaluable. He takes the time to understand you so the guidance fits who you are, not just textbook advice.
I highly recommend Dave and I am genuinely looking forward to continuing our journey together.” - Rachael Jackson