Facing the Fear: Stage Fright, Performance Anxiety and Why You’re Not Alone

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Facing the Fear: Stage Fright, Performance Anxiety and Why You’re Not Alone

Stage fright and public speaking anxiety affect far more professionals than we realise. Drawing on insights from Dame Elaine Paige’s BBC interview, this post explains why fear is normal, why it often increases with responsibility, and how to manage it—especially if English isn’t your first language.

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Building Trust Through Leadership Communication: Insights from Noëlle Vonthron’s Workshop

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Building Trust Through Leadership Communication: Insights from Noëlle Vonthron’s Workshop

Effective leadership hinges on trust, not authority. At a recent workshop by Noëlle Vonthron of Novo Coaching, we explored the Three Pillars of Trust: authenticity, empathy and competence.
As a communication coach, I integrate these principles with ACAP—Authority, Credibility, Authenticity, and Passion—to enhance executive presentations and persuasive communication.

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How Yoodli Supports Better Public Speaking — and How I Use It in My Coaching

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How Yoodli Supports Better Public Speaking — and How I Use It in My Coaching

Public speaking can feel daunting—but with the right tools, it becomes a skill you can master. As a communication coach, I use Yoodli, an AI-powered public speaking trainer, to help clients practise smarter, build confidence, and strengthen their executive presence.

Clients get a full year of access to Yoodli, and in coaching sessions, we review live data to track real progress. It’s like having a personal communication mirror—no pressure, just growth.

"You can see your progress... it’s really motivating—you feel like you're really practising."
– Matias Hoyal, Coreso

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Why Public Speaking Training was the Best Career Investment I ever made

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Why Public Speaking Training was the Best Career Investment I ever made

When Jan Allen, Senior Director, EMEA Customer Success & Renewal Sales for Nutanix, a Silicon Valley tech company faced a high-stakes presentation in Marrakesh, she sought personalised coaching to refine her skills. Through targeted feedback on body language, voice, and composure under pressure, she transformed into a confident, engaging speaker. This experience elevated her career, proving that strong presentation skills can create lasting opportunities.

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