About me….
It is my own journey, growing from a quiet girl to a brave and resilient leader, that has brought me to my purpose in life.
I didn’t talk much when I was young. I knew, if I didn’t make a choice to learn, grow and push through the barriers that threatened to hold me back that I would never be part of the conversation and I would never live a life less ordinary.
Everything is a choice, even if we do nothing, we are making a choice about how we want our life to be. I made a choice to find my voice and my life unfolded. At the age of sixteen I left home to follow my dreams. I have worked for myself ever since and proud of everything I have achieved.
Today, I am a speaking consultant, NLP practitioner, life coach, speaker and actress. I'm founder and director of my business Honestly Speaking, co - director of Training Cave boxing gym, artist in residence at MAPA , have a Masters in writing, directing and performance, a member of the International Coaching federation, member of the Professional Speakers Association, and a trained Samaritan.
In an exciting career of more than thirty years I have worked across the world in theatre, film and television. Credits include the BBC, ITV and Channel 4 and the Royal Shakespeare Company. I'm proud to work as a speaking consultant and coach for large and small organisations including the NHS, Strata Homes, Network Rail, Portakabin, The National Composite Centre, Ecole Nationale de la Magistrature, Paris and Forte Financial LLP. I facilitate start up’s, sme’s and entrepreneurs to grow their business with comprehensive coaching and training in areas including public speaking, pitching, branding, networking, interview technique and strategic action planning. As well as all this I work behind the scenes as a secret weapon to influential speakers and leaders, ensuring sophisticated, authentic and faultless performances every time.
Working with me you will achieve success, take wise and considered action to reach goals, build confidence and resilience, speak with flair and impact and present the best version of yourself in every area of your life
Speaking…
Here you’ll be able to hear me speaking on BBC Radio when I have been asked to join shows as a guest, sharing my expert perspective and knowledge on topics like “What It Takes To Be A Good Speaker.”
Listen to me join BBC Radio York’s - Joanita Musisi ‘s show on 26th October 2022; where we discuss what it takes to be a good public speaker and the new prime minister Rishi Sunak.
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Listen to me join BBC Radio 5 Live’s - Naga Munchetty’s lunchtime show on 25th October 2022; where we discuss what it takes to be a good public speaker and how to connect with your audience.
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Videos….
Here you’ll be able to watch some of the videos I have created to speak about my journey and how I can help you succeed
Podcasts…
I was lucky enough to join the Bettery Connections Podcast in May 2021 for an Episode called “Speak Up To Scale Up”. For those who don’t know the Bettery Hub Podcast is hosted by Sathivel Thevar, CEO and Co-Founder of Bettery Lab, a consulting agency. It’s a weekly podcast that features individuals who live their lives passionately in business and has hosted over 100 industry experts and successful entrepreneurs on the Bettery Hub Channel.
Make sure you listen to the episode below where I spoke to Sathivel and discussed the importance of authentic speaking skills in business and my journey finding my voice.
You can also view my episode “Speak Up To Scale Up” on You Tube too.
I was invited by Lucy Hutchings Hunt to join her on her podcast, the “Live The Change Podcast” during the COVID-19 pandemic in July 2020. Lucy is known for her powerful interviews with global voices in heart-led, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Innovation, pioneering mission-centric business builders, and catalysts for positive change.
Make sure you listen to the episode below where we discuss how I applied the techniques I learned in acting to help people relax and present with confidence and authenticity at work. You’ll also learn more about my journey and why I set up my business “Honestly Speaking” to help others find their voice.
I really enjoyed doing these podcasts interviews and would love to join you on your podcast or show.
If you’d like me to be a guest on one of your podcast episodes please Contact Me directly.
Press…
Here you will find an article written in the Gazette & Herald about the events I held in March celebrating women in business…
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