Unique Speaking Coaching
For business people, scientists, academics and more...
How do the most engaging speakers gain and keep attention, get their point across and land their message? In unique in-person workshop and through one-to-one Zoom sessions, I'll show you how they do it, and how you can do it too.
I coach and direct business people, creatives, agency professionals, authors, stand-up comedians and more.
I work with you to craft what you want to say, to structure your piece, shape stories and sharpen humour. And I direct your delivery so it lands with maximum impact.
I deliver sessions in London, around the UK, internationally and on Zoom.
Corporate Sessions
I deliver personalised, unique and inspiring sessions for businesses. I've specialised in creative agencies but along the way have worked with the likes of law firms and banks too. (And my work was written about in Creative Review).
What my One-to-One Clients Say
Carter Jackson,
DigitasLBi
"Briefed to bring presentation tips, insights and a bit of levity to our global meetings, Chris just delivers in spades. He's a great communicator and eminently clever - easy to brief and completely reliable. He thoroughly impressed middle and executive management alike - and that makes me look good!"
Martin Reed,
BBH
"Chris put together a great afternoon stand-up comedy workshop for the student group I work with. He showed an in-depth knowledge of the mechanics of comedy and his wisdom will do so much to help build confidence in the young people I work with. So much energy and positivity in the room, everyone responded really well to his guidance and exercises. Hoping to book him again soon. Thank you Chris, an unforgettable afternoon!"
Telefonica workshop attendees
"Really enjoyed today's session: certainly a very different way of looking at presenting and engaging an audience. Simple concepts which are memorable, and good fun also."
"How would I imagine that comedians’ techniques could help me communicate more effectively? Great session and very different but relevant"
"Loved it! More please!!"
Speaking Directing
I have directed many talks and shows for speakers. I can direct you too!
I directed Caroline Goyder on the content and delivery of her TEDx talk that now has over 10 million views. See the still from the video where Caroline points to the heart!
I directed author Kieran Setiya ahead of a book tour where he was speaking about his book "Life is Hard: How Philosophy Can Help Us Find Our Way".
I directed stand-up mathematician Matt Parker in multiple talks and performances, including the show tying in with his best selling book, Humble Pi.
I can direct you too! What does it entail? This blog explains how I work with writer/performers and this applies to all kinds of speakers too.
One-to-One Speaking Sessions
FREE 15 mins Session
Speaking Session
Rehearsal Session
ON ZOOM This is an introductory chat for me to find out your needs and for us to discuss how I can help you. I will also offer some practical tips within this session too.
BOOK
ON ZOOM I help speakers in all sorts of contexts hone their message and their delivery, including business presentations, science talks, book tours and TEDx talks. You can send me script/video in advance.
Hour session:
£75
IN PERSON If you want even closer attention to your delivery with a rehearsal in person, I can book sessions in London or Stroud, Glos. I can also come to you. Please contact me to discuss.
CONTACT
Corporate Speaking & Writing Workshops
Business Training
I deliver unique workshops for business that coach your team to be authentic, humorous and inspiring in speaking and pitching.
I also coach comedy writing for creatives. And your team can learn stand-up for incredible speaking skills!
Practical and immediately useful training. My business clients include The & Partnership, McCann, Channel 4 and BBH.
Image: Me arriving to deliver a pitching workshop at Superheroes Agency, Amsterdam. (They seemed to have a robot receptionist!)
