Personal stories are the secret to powerful business communication. They grab attention, build trust, and make your message memorable. In this blog, I share how my trek to K2’s advanced base camp taught me the importance of courage and teamwork — and 5 practical tips you can use to tell stories that inspire and connect in your presentations, leadership communication, or team meetings.

Even presentation coaches mess up — and I’ve got the bloopers (funny mistakes) to prove it. From mispronunciations to forgotten lines, my youngest daughter caught it all on camera in our Brussels studio.
Discover the funniest moments, the lessons behind them, and why connection matters more than perfection.

In the domain of public speaking, a common question often emerges:

Are extroverts inherently better speakers than introverts?

Many assume that impactful communication comes naturally to those who are charismatic. But what if connection matters more?

A recent FT Weekend headline on “The Art of Charisma” got me thinking: what really helps speakers make an impact?

In this blog, I explore why connection often trumps charisma — and share two simple tips from The Charisma Myth that anyone can apply (even introverts and non-native speakers).

When Roger Federer said, “I don’t understand that saying,” during a Wimbledon interview, he reminded us that even world-class communicators can get lost in idioms. This moment—and a recent coaching session with a senior executive—highlight why clear, simple language matters more than clever phrasing. Whether you're preparing a persuasive presentation or leading a global team, clarity isn’t optional. It’s your most powerful tool.

At Nutanix’s Women in EMEA event, I delivered a high-impact public speaking workshop designed to help women speak with clarity, confidence and authority. In just 90 minutes, participants explored three essential vocal tools—pause, pace and volume—experiencing real shifts in presence and impact. This is speaker training that truly sticks.

Public speaking remains one of the most common fears, often ranking alongside death in surveys. A recent article from The Economist's Bartleby column (24 May 2025) suggests that the best solutions come not from motivational clichés, but from actors.

Drawing on techniques from drama schools like RADA Business, the article highlights practical strategies to transform anxiety into impactful communication.

Dull, cluttered slides are the fast track to a lost audience. Think Visually: Top 10 Starter Tips is a practical, punchy course designed to help professionals transform their presentations from confusing to compelling.

Packed with smart design tips, real examples and visual storytelling tools, it's no wonder executive coaches like Oliver Gleeson call it “a multivitamin for presentations.”

If you want clearer slides and stronger impact — this is your next step.

Can you really trust an AI speech coach with your voice, slides, and sensitive content? As a communication coach working with executives and technical professionals, data security is non-negotiable. That’s why I use Yoodli in every coaching session — not just for its powerful feedback on public speaking, but because it's SOC 2 Type II certified and fully GDPR compliant.

In this post, I break down what those certifications actually mean in simple terms — and why it matters if you're working on your presentation skills, executive presence, or leadership communication in English.

Presenting complex EU regulations to policymakers and industry leaders is no small challenge. Dr. Brieuc Lits and Alexander Heusch from EDANA needed to ensure their messages were clear, engaging, and persuasive at the EDANA Sustainability Forum and Outlook in Rome.

Through expert coaching and the Essentials self-study training programme, they gained confidence, refined their delivery, and made a lasting impact—leading to new speaking opportunities and increased credibility.

Ready to elevate your public speaking skills? My latest video breaks down the Persuasive Presentations Programme options, from the solid foundation of Essentials to the advanced strategies of Premium, plus the benefits of personalised public speaking coaching.

Learn to master body language, refine scripts, and use PowerPoint design ideas to captivate your audience with impactful visual storytelling.