High-Performance Public Speaking, Presentation Skills and Professional Presence Coaching & Training
Step Up | Be Heard | Stand Out
Hi, I’m Sarah Denholm – speech coach, trainer and consultant.
For you, personally or professionally – or for your organisation.
From 1:1 coaching to group training – live or virtual – my approach is tailored to support people at all levels. From:
Graduates or early career professionals, to executives.
Business owners, to salespeople looking for an edge.
How I Can Help
Gain high-performance skills at any level: Step Up | Be Heard | Stand Out. To close, win, inspire, educate, serve.
Private Coaching
Become a confident, engaging and influential communicator in every situation. From 1:1 right up to conference keynote presentations.
In-House Training
Helping your people become confident, engaging and influential communicators, aligning with your organisation’s objectives.
Live Public Group Programs
Practise new skills in a small, safe and supportive group environment. Currently face-to-face in Melbourne, online version coming soon.
High-Performance Speaking
Membership coming soon – webinars, monthly Q and A and practice with Sarah, self-paced courses and more. Register your interest now.
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8 results to expect when you upgrade your speaking skills with me
A high-level edge, embedded through any one of my programs
Researched techniques, including deep knowledge of public speaking anxiety
Ability to say ‘YES’ confidently to future speaking opportunities
If introverted or shy, increased willingness to step up and be visible
If extroverted or confident, ensure relate-ability for every audience member!
Positive confidence and communication spin-offs into other areas
High-performance skills for life, no matter what you’re doing
Friendly, respectful safe and enjoyable environment
Whatever you recognise on this list, I’ll upskill you or your team to consistently:
- Think and speak coherently, clearly and professionally.
- Overcome fear or resistance to groups large or small.
- Engage and connect even more effectively and dynamically.
- Persuade any audience – even unmotivated ones!
- Influence intentionally.
- Prepare easily in less time with proven tools and templates.
- Make impromptu speaking a natural event, not an ordeal.
- Adapt easily to different communication scenarios.
What my clients are saying
Sarah is an outstanding coach. I joined her coaching course to build my confidence, improve my presentation skills, and speak more eloquently. Even before completing the course, I could already feel a significant boost in my confidence, enabling me to do things I once feared.
Through a structured and reflective learning process, Sarah helped me unlock my potential. She is incredibly supportive, attentive to individual needs, and creates a comfortable, non-intimidating environment. Additionally, she was flexible in offering a reduced price based on my situation, which I truly appreciated.
I highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking to enhance their public speaking skills and confidence.
Violet Mganga
Climate Change Expert | United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF)
Sarah Denholm provided our Architect members with realistic tips on how to better pitch to clients and present at Awards and other events. Her engaging presentation allowed the audience to contribute without the pressure of forced participation – this was really well received. Thank you to Sarah and we will be recommending her to anyone in need of advice or public speaking training!
Kathryn Halliday
Membership and Events ArchiTeam
Sarah has so much to offer with her range of courses, and as a coach. I found Sarah to have an uncanny knack of diagnosing the problem and presenting an immediate solution. Sarah was professional, responsive, calm, patient, and understanding. If you are hesitant in pursuing a public speaking course, please don’t be with Improve your Public Speaking! Thank you, Sarah!
Marty Connel
Sarah has an uncanny knack of diagnosing and presenting an immediate solution
Sarah is a phenomenal coach. She understands her subject matter deeply and takes time with each of her students. Her courses are highly recommended for those looking to improve their public speaking or influencing skills.
Liam Killen
Co-Founder / Director | Atlas Partners
I highly recommend Sarah’s course to anyone who wants to improve their communication techniques.
The course provided me with a range of tools for structuring, presenting and dealing with nerves and anxiety associated with public speaking.
The safe and supportive environment was perfect for practicing and refining my communication and presentation skills.
Karen Conradi
Data & Integration Manager
I had the pleasure of working with Sarah, and I can’t recommend her enough! She’s super knowledgeable, patient, and really supportive. Sarah helped me develop my speaking skills with practical tips and tailored advice.
Andrea Zanatta
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