For seasoned speakers looking to improve aspects of their delivery, or novices grappling with sweaty palms and racing hearts, I’m here to guide you towards a new narrative of confidence and control.
Perhaps you are in the early stages of your public speaking journey, battling with the fear of freezing, stumbling over words or distracting physical and vocal tics.
You are not alone. Even experienced speakers can falter when all eyes are on them.
Who might benefit?
Perhaps you are a teacher, a minister, or a lawyer making courtroom appearances.
You could be in sales, presenting to a committee, or addressing a council meeting. Maybe you are giving a speech at a wedding, or the eulogy at a funeral.
You might even have been invited to deliver a TED Talk to an auditorium of thousands.
Tips and techniques
I have spent 25 years mastering the art of public speaking, teaching and performing and I can teach you a host of techniques and exercises, hints and tips.
You will have the tools to enable you to make a professional and lasting impression, regardless of the situation in which you are speaking.
How you might improve
You will discover how to pace delivery, improve projection, and direction, and use the most appropriate inflection and style for a given occasion.
This will reduce performance anxiety and promote confidence.
Your voice will gain a pleasing colour and depth, be powerful, pain-free and without fatigue.
LESSONS
With individuals and small groups, it is possible to make a noticeable difference with just a few sessions.
A two to three hour Public Speaking or Presentation workshop is well-suited for a larger group, as a training session within a workplace, educational, or other organisation-type setting.
Please refer to the Lessons and Workshops page for further details.
Get in touch to organise a free 15-minutes initial online consultation. We can discuss where you are looking for help and whether I can assist you.
Please note: These classes do not cover the text or content aspect of speeches or presentations.
‘It’s been great working with Taylor. Her clear, fresh and practical approach has helped me to understand my own voice better, using it more effectively as a speaker and presenter. I’m now able to deliver a better experience for audiences – whether live, live-streamed or recorded.’
‘The session (voice workshop for Edinburgh College staff) I did with Taylor was really beneficial. She is a very knowledgeable teacher and puts everyone at ease straight away, making the session fun and informative. I learned several techniques that I have put into every day practice and have noticed the benefit straight away. I would recommend Taylor without hesitation.’
‘From idea conception, through discussion and planning for her seminar [at the ASC national conference], and onto delivery, Taylor was impressive. Anyone who works with her will learn a huge amount and can be certain of a high quality contribution.’
‘Taylor had an immense range of resources and activities and was able to quickly read the room and adapt accordingly. I was impressed by how she enabled colleagues to identify helpful ways of using their voice in their practice. This session was one of the highlights for our colleagues.’
