Option 2: Bespoke programme
This bespoke, tailored option allows for flexibility in your coaching. Whether you're preparing for a specific presentation or promotion, or want to focus on several core topics below, this minimum 6 session programme (typically completed over 12 weeks) is for those that see the value in bespoke coaching for long term self-improvement.
Option 1: Standard Programme
Through Lauren's standard programme, work directly with Lauren to cover all 6 topics below across a minimum of 6 x 1 hour sessions. This allows for a 360 degree approach to self development that improves your public speaking, personal branding and confidence in a structured format.
Topics
Public Speaking: Part 1
Covering topics related to mindset, fear & foundations.
- The psychology of fear (fight/flight/freeze)
- Reframing nerves as fuel
- Techniques for grounding and regulating the body
- How professional/academic training *creates* speaking anxiety
- Pre-speaking rituals
- Micro‑confidence drills
Public Speaking: Part 2
Covering topics related to delivery, presence & authority.
- Vocal variety (pace, pitch, pause, emphasis)
- Body language that signals confidence without arrogance
- Establishing yourself as an industry authority
- Language & underrated vocabulary
- Storytelling & speech structure
- Managing difficult audiences or Q&A
Preparing Presentations, Presenting & Pitching
Covering topics related to structure, clarity & messaging.
- A repeatable presentation structure
- How to pitch without sounding "salesy"
- Turning complex information into simple, compelling messages
- Slide-to-speech alignment (what to say vs what to show)
- How to open and close presentations with impact
- Handling difficult questions
Networking (& Confidence in Person)
Covering topics related to building connections, conversation & client attraction.
- Introductions & making yourself memorable
- Conversation openers that don’t feel awkward
- How to “read the room” and join groups naturally
- Networking for introverts vs extroverts
- How to talk about your work without rambling
- Follow‑up strategies that convert conversations into clients
- How to exit conversations gracefully
Visual Presentation
Covering topics related to design, branding & professional polish.
- How to build visually clean, modern slides (with examples)
- Colour psychology for professionals
- Typography for clarity and credibility
- How to avoid “death by PowerPoint”
- Templates
- How to visually brand themselves as a professional
Stand Out on LinkedIn& Social Media
Covering topics related to visibility & personal branding.
- Introducing Social Media & LinkedIn
- What to post & getting engagement
- Profile optimisation (headline, banner, about section)
- How to build a recognisable personal brand
- Commenting strategy to grow visibility
- Turning online visibility into real‑world opportunities
5/5
"I booked a block of sessions with Lauren to help me prepare for a big presentation and she has been great! The lessons varied each week focusing on different elements of public speaking, while being flexible to incorporate my own personal goals and requirements too. Would highly recommend for any personal speaking coaching!"