The Successful Speaking Experience

2-day presentations skills course for women

This proven and effective course has been devised to meet the needs of women who would like to build their confidence and presentation skills in a relaxing, supportive, all-female environment. It is a unique course for women which will help you to overcome your concerns or fears about public speaking, and be able to deliver an effective presentation.

What is distinctive about the course?

Everything about the course has been designed to create a nurturing, pleasant, supportive environment for you to learn in. You start by receiving a box of chocolates or gift bag of fruit; We use aromatherapy oils during the day to create different environments; We play music and do fun exercises to stimulate learning; We let you experience two methods for reducing nerves - relaxation and exercise - so you receive a short  massage from a therapist on the first day to smooth away nerves; and you do some fun exercise on the second day to burn of any unwanted nervousness! You finish the course by receiving a beautiful gift.

The course is supported by a qualified psychotherapist who will be in attendance on the first day. She will run a group session to explain why people have a fear of public speaking and what you can do about it. She will also be available during the day if you would like a one-on-one session with her.

The group size is limited to 6 participants, so you will be in a non-threatening environment and can have individual attention if needed.

What will you learn?

• How to look and sound confident
• The 4 ways to reduce anxiety and build confidence
• How to structure your presentation for maximum impact
• What and how to practice
• Tips for using notes
• How to choose the most effective content and ensure you cover your key messages
• What audiences look for from you when you speak
• How to keep people interested at all times
• How to create a good first impression
• Why variety is one of the keys to success

Following the course, free email support services are available to support you in continuing to develop your skills.

Who is it suitable for?

For those women who have a fear or concern about public speaking, or those who simply want to develop their skills.

For those who speak to groups in work or socially and who would like to deliver effective presentations.

Who is your tutor?

Kim Chamberlain is an international professional speaker, trainer and award winning author who has lived and worked on 3 continents. She specialises in running presentation skills courses, and has been conducting women-only courses successfully for 8 years. She is experienced in creating relaxed, fun and effective courses and is keen to empower people to speak effectively in front of groups.

The Successful Speaking Philosophy 

The philosophy underpinning Successful Speaking’s training is that the best environment in which to learn and improve is a challenging, yet non-threatening one.

Successful Speaking creates a welcoming, informal and fun environment, where laughter and group support puts you at ease so that you can expand your comfort zone in a supportive, and encouraging environment. We help people to build mental links between speaking to others and a feeling of enjoyment, to further increase confidence.

Training is always carried out in a supportive, fun and interactive environment. Over the years we have devised proven and inspiring ways to help people speak with impact, including colourful imagery to help people understand concepts (snakes, teapots, rainbows and elephants are most peoples’ favourites!).  We use a games theme throughout the course to further enhance the learning process.  

“It was a huge benefit!  My feeling of fear and trepidation has changed to expectation and anticipation for a great presentation!! Thank You!” J. V.

“The course was fantastic. It has prompted me to get into public speaking and generally overcome a debilitating fear.” H. B.

"Just wanted to say I thoroughly enjoyed the course and really enjoyed the opportunity to work with you. I took some really good things away with me and feel it was the best and most comfortable environment to practice something I find particularly frustrating. As a person who has never been seen as shy, it's hard getting people to believe how panicked you can get in front of a group. I felt comfortable enough to practise what you'd taught, and I will be starting my practice tomorrow!" A. T.

"The 'Successful Speaking Experience' was a really valuable, enjoyable course.  Kim is an excellent trainer, communicating her ideas effectively and helping others do the same. Kim gave lots of great tips on how to present with impact.  The relaxed, all female environment increased my confidence in public speaking.  I'd definitely recommend the course to others." E.L.

"I would like to commend Kim Chamberlain's workshop 'The Successful Speaking Experience’ to anyone who is looking to take the first steps towards gaining confidence in public speaking.   The women-only workshop provided participants with the tools to enable public speaking to be less scary.   Kim's empathy with the group and her programme planning made the workshop a comfortable and enjoyable experience."   J.C.