SPEAKER COACH

Being a great speaker takes practice, skill and a willingness to be seen, heard and take up space.

I’ve been on my own journey as a speaker since I started my business in 2018. My mother, who was a formidable public speaker, was losing her ability to communicate due to cognitive decline.

As I navigated this heartbreak, I found myself at a Toastmasters meeting, brushing up on my own public speaking skills. I was determined to take up the baton.

My mom imparted the importance of not taking for granted the responsibility of being the person with the microphone, and the impact people can have from the stage.

I thoroughly enjoy training and speaking for various organizations: The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, I am Love Project, Hubs Manitoba, Winnipeg World Trade Center, I Like Hue, Tablespace, Fort Garry Women’s Resource Center, North Forge & Manitoba Women in Tech, B.I.G (Believe, Inspire, Grow).

I currently enjoy the opportunity to train speakers for a local group: Creative Mornings Winnipeg, as well as coaching the speakers for a U.S. based Speakers Summit: The Audacity to Speak.

I use a training and workbook I developed called TAKE THE STAGE that helps speaker craft their talk by defining:

  • Intention

  • Message

  • Story

  • Structure

  • Audience engagement

  • Practice suggestions

  • Tools to manage nerves

  • Thoughts to believe they belong on the stage

SPEAKER COACH TESTIMONIALS

“Working with Linda helped me to have clarity on the important points of my talk for Creative Mornings - Winnipeg.

I have so much to say about my topic and I could have easily used up my allotted time and not arrived at the important details I wanted to mention. I felt confident after my initial meeting with Linda and hashing out all the ideas I had in my head.

She is a good listener and was able to reflect on what she was hearing from me and provided solid advice on my next steps in writing, editing and polishing up my talk.

I wouldn't have delivered a talk that I feel proud about if it wasn't for Linda's guidance and coaching!”

Lourdes Still, Founder, Masagana Flower Farm & Studio

"Linda's talent for writing is truly remarkable. When I embarked on launching my podcast and needed assistance, she was the obvious choice.

I hired her again for her expertise in perfecting my signature talk, and Linda transformed my initial draft into a captivating narrative, enhancing its storytelling and flow beyond my expectations.

Now, as I prepare to step onto the stage, I'm filled with excitement and confidence, all thanks to Linda's invaluable contributions. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking to elevate their content and delivery."


- Susan Vernicek, Mindset & Achieve Coach, Your A-Game Podcast Host