Executive Presence & Public Speaking
One-to-one coaching for leaders who want to communicate with confidence, credibility and influence.
Speaking well is about far more than delivering presentations.
Every interaction you have as a leader shapes how people experience your credibility. Whether you're presenting to the board, leading a difficult conversation, speaking at a conference or simply contributing in an important meeting, the way you communicate influences the confidence others place in your leadership.
For many senior leaders, communication isn't the problem. It's the pressure that comes with it.
The pressure to be concise when the stakes are high.
The pressure to sound confident when you're questioning yourself.
The pressure to inspire, influence and lead whilst managing your own nerves behind the scenes.
Working one-to-one with Simon gives you a confidential environment to develop the communication skills, executive presence and self-belief that allow you to perform consistently when it matters most.
About Simon's communication coaching
Before becoming an executive coach, Simon built his career helping leaders become exceptional communicators.
An award-winning professional speaker, executive presentation coach and leadership communication specialist, he has worked with senior leaders across financial services, education, government and professional services, helping them communicate with greater authority, clarity and impact.
His approach combines practical communication techniques with coaching that addresses what often sits beneath the surface: confidence, mindset, self-awareness and performance under pressure.
Rather than teaching people how to become polished presenters, Simon helps leaders become authentic communicators who can influence others whilst remaining entirely themselves.
What do people typically come to coaching for?
Communication challenges rarely begin with communication itself.
More often they begin with uncertainty, pressure or the feeling that you're capable of showing up more effectively than you currently are.
Some of the most common areas Simon works on include:
Executive presence
Developing the confidence, credibility and authority that inspire trust before you've even begun speaking.
Board and senior leadership presentations
Preparing for high-stakes presentations where decisions, investment or organisational direction depend on your ability to communicate clearly.
Conference speaking and keynote delivery
Building memorable presentations that inform, engage and leave a lasting impression with internal or external audiences.
Managing speaking anxiety
Understanding and overcoming the fear, procrastination and self-doubt that often accompany important speaking opportunities.
Media interviews and public appearances
Communicating with clarity and confidence during interviews, podcasts, panel discussions and live events.
Difficult conversations
Leading challenging conversations with empathy, confidence and composure whilst maintaining relationships and credibility.
Personal communication style
Understanding your natural strengths, identifying habits that reduce your impact and developing a communication style that feels authentic rather than rehearsed.
Influence and persuasion
Learning how to communicate ideas in ways that encourage commitment, build trust and inspire action.
How the coaching works
Every engagement begins with a conversation.
No obligation. No sales pitch. Just an opportunity to understand where you are now, what opportunities or challenges lie ahead and whether coaching is the right fit.
From there, we'll design a programme around your goals.
Some clients are preparing for a conference keynote in six weeks.
Others are stepping into executive leadership for the first time.
Some simply want to become the communicator they know they're capable of being.
Sessions are delivered virtually or in person and typically take place fortnightly or monthly, supported by practical exercises, personalised feedback and real-world rehearsal between sessions.
Short intensive coaching is also available for specific presentations, conferences, interviews or major speaking events.
How this connects to the Powerful Suite
Many organisations first experience Simon's work through the Powerful Presenting masterclass before choosing to invest in individual coaching for senior leaders with particularly significant communication responsibilities.
Others come directly for one-to-one coaching because they need focused support around a specific presentation, promotion or leadership challenge.
Both approaches complement one another, creating lasting improvements in communication at both organisational and individual level.
Ready to start a conversation?
Whether you're preparing for an important presentation, stepping into a larger leadership role or simply want to become a more confident communicator, the first step is a conversation.
No commitment. No pressure. Just an opportunity to explore whether working together feels like the right fit.