Public Speaking Coach for Introverts

Introverts work with me when they’re ready to make Big Leaps in their career

and need to become more visible to do it — without freaking out.

My clients are the former “shy kids” who preferred to be just outside of the spotlight, playing the role of happy sidekick. But now, they’re ready to take the lead. Well, mostly ready.

I can relate to this anxiety around speaking.

When I was in school (ages ago!), I was too shy to say anything. Seriously, I dropped out of spelling bees even though I knew how to spell every word (even supercalifragilisticexpialidocious). When I started working, I didn’t speak up in meetings either.

Then I discovered Stoic philosophy and the Enneagram.

The Enneagram (think of it as a personality typing system on steroids) helped me understand why I felt more comfortable staying quiet and avoiding conflict at all costs (typical 9!). 

Stoicism taught me not to run from uncomfortable feelings, and instead to be with them and observe them with curiosity, and how important it is to push yourself out of your comfort zone.

The Enneagram, Stoicism, plus somatic work taught me how to regulate my emotions, reduce my performance anxiety and communicate from a more grounded place. And that has allowed me to speak more calmly and impactfully so I could grow my business, start a podcast, and be seen and heard by people like you!

It’s a powerful combination – mindfulness, somatic work, and consciously stretching you in your growth zone so you learn to feel comfortable leading high-level meetings and having more vulnerable conversations with family and friends.

Yes, it’s possible.

I know right now you panic when all eyes are on you, and it’s been holding you back in your career, business, and personal life. You’ve probably tried telling yourself to stay calm (that never works!), practicing your SuperWoman pose in the bathroom, or medication — but ultimately, as long as you’re fighting your emotions and sensations and trying to *think* your way out of them, you’ll stay on high alert. 

My methods, which combine modern psychology, somatic work and ancient wisdom (Stoicism is 2300 years old), teach you confident public speaking and how to be with your emotions, relax into and listen to your body, and recognize cues that you are safe.

Listen, this is about more than dealing with performance anxiety. Your ideas, your message, and your purpose matter, and your voice needs to be heard for you to make the impact you’re here to make.

If younger me could see the calm, confident communicator I’ve become, she’d be stunned. I wish I could share with her the skills I know now – but I can share them with you.

I’m here to teach you practical skills to manage your mind and body so you can feel less anxious (and more confident) as you elevate your presence and capture people’s attention.

Are you ready to feel more at ease speaking up, sharing your ideas, and managing tough conversations while sleeping great at night (even the night before a presentation)? 

Let’s talk.

A different approach to public speaking for introverts

My work sits at the intersection of communication skills, mindset, and emotional resilience. I help introverts calm their nervous system, trust their voice, and speak up in meetings, presentations, and conversations in a way that feels grounded and authentic – not performative. One of the primary tools I use is Stoicism.

In case you’re wondering how a 2,300-year-old philosophy pertains to your life (fair question), let me tell you a few fun things about Stoicism.

More than two millennia ago, the Stoics practiced therapeia, the foundation of today’s leading evidence-based treatment for anxiety: cognitive behavioral therapy.

When people hear the word ‘stoic,’ they often think of someone who swallows their emotions.

Stoic philosophy, however, involves cultivating healthy emotions and managing unhealthy ones.

• Stoic leaders get curious about emotions like anxiety, instead of reacting against them or stuffing them down. This self-awareness allows them to respond, rather than react.

• Once Stoic leaders understand most worries are just stories they tell themselves, they move forward. They focus on what’s in their control to meet the goal. They act and bring people along.

• Stoic leaders listen to and are loved by their teams. They communicate clearly, collaborate, and make decisions. Shiny objects and other people’s opinions don’t distract them.

• Stoic leaders feel less stress and overwhelm because they’ve shifted the thought from “What will people think?” to “How can I serve?”

If that sounds like you — or the kind of leader you’d like to be — then Stoicism might be the practice for you!

Public speaking coaching for introverts who want to be heard

Public speaking can feel especially intense for introverts – not because they lack ideas, but because the stakes feel high. When visibility increases, so does self-monitoring, pressure, and anxiety about getting it “right.”

Many introverts try to solve this by preparing more, scripting every word, or waiting until they feel confident enough to speak. But confidence doesn’t come first. Action does.

My approach to public speaking for introverts focuses on helping you work with your nervous system instead of against it. Together, we build calm, clarity, and communication skills that allow you to speak more freely – even when you feel nervous.

If you know your ideas matter but have previously hidden from the spotlight, let’s talk.

Fun facts

🌍 I’ve lived and worked internationally for nearly two decades.

🇬🇧 When I was 18, I moved to England on my own for a summer. An inn in the Lake District hired me as a waitress/ chambermaid. Fell madly in love with the country.

🇮🇹 In 2010, I moved to Italy, became a citizen, and have been living the expat / location independent life across Europe ever since. Secret menu – I offer a 1:1 VIP day for solo women who want to move abroad.

🏖 Now I live near the ocean in Kent and can literally see France from my bedroom window.

💼 In addition to being a communication and mindset coach for introverts, I help clients with copywriting, communications strategy, and presentations. I work with clients from around the world and across industries, including at Apple, Barclays, Meta, American Express, TikTok, Salesforce, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Gartner. 

🎤 Are you as into podcasts as I am? I developed a few award-winning shows over the years. You can currently listen to Citizens of the World.

🙌 I practice Stoicism and study the Enneagram for my own personal growth, and to help my coaching clients create radical change in their lives. 

🌱 I often eat breakfast-y foods for lunch, and lunch foods for breakfast and wish everyone could experience this freedom. I’ve been vegetarian most of my life and my favorite meal of the moment is vegetarian English breakfast.

Let’s connect

I love hearing from podcast listeners, and am always excited about podcast guesting and collaborating on select projects. Feel free to contact me. I do not accept guest posts on this site.

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