The Confident
Speaker Workshop
Overcome your nerves and speak with confidence
Feedback for James …
Thoroughly enjoyed working with James and my presentation and public speaking skills have come on leaps and bounds. I no longer dread being asked to present and I am so much more confident in these situations. Definitely recommend.
Carmen Cacicedo JaroszynskaVice President - Real Estate, Man GroupReview from LinkedInHe understood my fears and nerves and helped me deal with them. I’ve put everything he taught me into practice and its made a huge difference ... Thank you, James!
Annie JarvisCreative Partner, OMD UKReview from LinkedInSo much patience, great energy and super clear guidance. I felt immediately more confident and prepared following the session. Pleased to report it all went smoothly - no word salad or brain freezes or garbled tangents! Very much down to my excellent coach. I'd 10000% recommend working with him and will do so again!
My new found confidence has already been commented on ... I am now regularly leading calls. Vensa Coaching has honestly been life changing for me in the way I approach any kind of speaking professional and even in more casual settings. I could not recommend more!
My most recent presentation ... was a major milestone. I was presenting to a room of senior leaders, and for the first time I felt calm, confident, and even enjoyed the experience. The difference in how I felt compared to previous presentations was remarkable.
Victoria SearlFounder, Data HawksReview from LinkedInMy confidence was on the floor and I’d begun to dread speaking opportunities I would have previously jumped at. James objectively re-framed my anxiety, helped me find an authentic voice ... I was the headline speaker at an event earlier this year and can’t wait for the next opportunity!
Isabelle BambergReview from GoogleJames was absolutely fantastic and a great listener! I started off dreading the meeting room ... I feel so much more confident which has been noticed by my colleagues aswell. Thanks James!
Public speaking can be tough ...
You might worry about:
▸ Going wrong
▸ Shakiness in your voice
▸ Rushing through
▸ Looking nervous
▸ Going blank
▸ Freezing up
▸ Doing a bad job
And feel like your nerves are holding you back.
‘gave me the encouragement and confidence to own the stage’
– Angela Luna, ADIFF
It can get better!
The right training can help.
On The Confident Speaker Workshop you’ll learn how to:
▸ Feel calmer before speaking
▸ Overcome your fast heartrate and shaky voice
▸ Minimise and handle mistakes
▸ Slow down – even when under pressure
▸ Always find your words
You’ll leave with a set of tools you can put to work the very next day.
‘has honestly been life changing for me in the way I approach any kind of speaking’
– Taarun Kaur
This is a workshop designed for you
Most people don’t struggle with public speaking because they’re bad at it – they struggle because nobody’s ever shown them how to handle the nerves.
On the Confident Speaker Workshop you’ll get tried and tested tools to look, sound and feel much more confident.
You’ll get detailed guidance on what to do, get the opportunity to practice (but don’t worry, you won’t be forced to stand up at the front!) and get expert coaching.
You’ll leave ready to take on meetings, updates and presentations with confidence.
The key details …
Liverpool Street, London
Saturday 6th June
10.30am - 4.30pm
Max group size of 12
£249.99
Meet your coach
James is the Director of Vensa Coaching and runs The Confident Speaker Workshop.
Drawing on over a decade of experience in coaching, presenting and training, he specialises in helping clients overcome speaking and presenting nerves.
James has worked with graduates, senior managers and executives from Microsoft, Google, Kensington Palace, Cartier, Deloitte and more.
James says ‘It’s so rewarding to see clients go from hating this thing – feeling like it’s holding them back – to being confident, powerful speakers ready to take on the world.’
‘I’m so glad he helped me improve in my speaking and my confidence’
– Jeff Maranon, KARLA OTTO
What you'll get ...
We want the confidence and skills you build to last long after you leave the room.
You’ll receive:
The Full Day Workshop: 6 hours of expert, interactive training in Central London
+ the FREE follow-up pack: Detailed notes and 10 short videos to remind you of the tools and help you implement them.
+ Personal Coaching: Direct feedback and guidance from James throughout the day.
+ your CPD Certificate: Formal recognition of your professional development.
‘for the first time I felt calm, confident … the difference in how I felt compared to previous presentations was remarkable.’
– Gary Silver, BKL
What happens on the day?
This isn’t the kind of workshop where you’re thrown in at the deep end!
The day is structured to gradually build your confidence – we start with adrenaline reduction techniques, move on to finding your words, work on looking and sounding confident and only later give you the opportunity to speak in front of the group (which is entirely optional)
There are plenty of breaks, opportunities to try things out and to ask questions throughout.
‘I feel so much more confident which has been noticed by my colleagues aswell’
– Isabelle Bamberg, Octopus
The FAQ
What will I learn?
By the end of the day, you’ll know how to feel calmer ahead of big speaking opportunities, overcome a fast heartrate and shaky voice, minimise and handle mistakes, slow down even when under pressure, always find your words, and do a much better job in your next meeting or presentation. You’ll leave with practical techniques you can use straight away.
What's the structure of the day?
The day starts with James providing different tools and techniques to reduce the adrenaline rush before covering finding your words. After lunch we’ll move on to body language, getting power in your voice, handling any mistakes and curveballs. The day will end with the (optional!) opportunity to speak and get individual advice. Finally an (again, optional!) trip to a nearby pub.
Will I have to speak in front of the group?
No. You won’t be forced to do anything you’re not comfortable with. The workshop is designed to reduce nerves not increase them! There will be a few low-pressure opportunities to practice what we’ve worked on.
I've had bad experiences with public speaking training before. How is this different?
Most public speaking training focuses on performance – tips for slides, tone of voice, gestures etc. This workshop focuses on the nerves themselves. We work on reducing the anxiety so everything else gets easier.
What if my nerves are really severe?
That’s no problem. Many of James’s clients come to him having avoided speaking situations for years. The workshop is specifically designed for people who find this hard and not those who just want a bit of polish. Come and join us!
What if I'm not senior / don't present regularly?
The workshop is for anyone who speaks in front of groups or may have to in the future – in meetings, in front of colleagues, on calls. You don’t need to present regularly to benefit. If nerves hold you back in any context or you’re worried they might, then this is for you.
What level of experience do I need?
None! The workshop is suitable for complete beginners and slightly more experienced speakers alike. What matters is that you want to feel more confident, not where you’re starting from.
What are the details?
This workshop takes place on Saturday 6th June at 10.30am-4.30pm in London Liverpool Street (easy to get to!) and will have a maximum of 12 delegates. We will send you venue details upon booking.
What if I need to cancel?
If you need to cancel you can do so within 14 days of the workshop and get a 100% refund. Details are in the Terms Of Service.
What will I get?
The full 6 hours of training in Central London, a free follow-up pack with detailed notes and short videos to help you implement the tools, personal coaching from James throughout the day and a CPD certificate of completion. Everything you need!
What if I have another question?
Drop us a message! Contact us and we’ll get back to you ASAP.
‘I used to consider public speaking as something to avoid but now I actually enjoy it’
– Oliver West, Simmons & Simmons
Ready to tackle this?
The Confident Speaker Workshop
Saturday 6th June, Liverpool Street, London, £249.99
Supported payment methods:
Bookings subject to the refund policy and service policy outlined in our Terms of Service.
‘my number one recommendation to anyone looking to improve their speaking’
– Eoin Leeson, BaAM
Questions?
Drop us a line – we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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