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These guides share the approaches, techniques and exercises I use with clients to help them develop their speaking skills. From preparing presentations and reducing filler words to handling nerves, answering questions and speaking up in meetings, explore practical advice to help you feel more prepared and communicate more effectively.
Explore practical guides that support women to develop their speaking skills.
develop your speaking skills
overcoming nerves
how to overcome nerves when speaking
identify your strengths: what are you already good at?
set a clear goal to improve your speaking skills
why does it matter?
connect with whats important
Explore the guides below and start with the one that feels most relevant to you. If you’re not sure where to begin, I’ve suggested an order to help you get started.
I’ve experienced being told that my communication style is “aggressive,” even when I’m simply trying to be clear and direct. It’s confusing and disheartening when what you believe is effective communication is interpreted so negatively.
Anna Herrera Damont
"I really appreciated this article—it resonated deeply with me, especially the part about how biased feedback can impact confidence."
Filler words are a common response when you’re speaking and need a moment to think, especially when nerves or pressure are involved. They’re not a sign that you’re a poor communicator, but becoming more aware of them can help you have more impact when you speak.
Understand why filler words happen and how to manage them.
Stop saying 'Um'
Breathing exercises can be a useful tool when you’re about to speak and your nerves feel overwhelming. They won’t address the underlying causes of self-doubt or fear of judgement, but they can help you regulate the physical response that happens when your body goes into stress mode. I focus on helping clients understand and overcome the deeper barriers behind speaking nerves, but having a few techniques to use in the moment can be helpful.
A Simple Breathing Exercise To Support You Before Speaking
Calm your mind and body
Mike Baker, CBE
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Speaking nerves can feel frustrating and isolating, but you don’t have to work through them by yourself. The right support can help you understand what’s holding you back, develop your skills and feel more prepared when speaking. If you need support with your speaking skills explore the different ways I can help.
You Don’t Have To Navigate Speaking Nerves Alone!
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