Public Speaking, Presentation Skills and Persuasion and Influence Coaching & Training

Hi, I’m Sarah Denholm – speech coach, trainer, and consultant. Your partner to solve challenges and build skills that last.

For you, personally or professionally – or for your organisation.

From 1:1 coaching to group training, masterclasses to keynotes – all offered live or virtual – I tailor my approach to support people at all levels. From:

Graduates or early career professionals, to executives.

Business owners, to people rallying support for a cause.

Wherever they are on the journey to Step Up | Be Heard | Stand Out

I am looking for

How I Can Help

Gain skills at any level: Step Up | Be Heard | Stand Out

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.

Confident Speaker School

Coming soon – online 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, through my Speakers Confluence® program

Researched techniques, including deep knowledge of public speaking anxiety

Ability to say ‘YES’ 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

A skill for life, no matter what you’re doing

Friendly, respectful 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.

What my clients are saying

Sarah’s in-house presentation was exactly what we were looking for. Our team are experienced presenters and trainers but were looking to identify areas we could improve and help the team transition into the online space of webinars and video conferencing. Sarah’s easy presentation style suited our group perfectly.

Judy Kynaston

GM - Early Childhood Australia

Adverto was very impressed with the work that Sarah produced for us. Her take on spoken presentations has allowed us to present to some of the worlds largest petroleum companies with ease and comfort. Working with Sarah was a pleasure; due to her professionalism and knowledge. We would happily use her skills again in the future.

Bianca Stadelbauer

Administration Manager and Content Coordinator - Adverto

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

Sarah is a phenomenal coach!

I was able to get my confidence back using techniques suggested by Sarah. Do this course if you want to overcome your public speaking demons. I have attended many such courses over the years, however, none of them come close to the effectiveness of Sarah’s course. Sarah is awesome! A great coach, full of encouragement and a calming influence. Her course is great, so are her techniques. Thank you Sarah

AV Narayanan

Telstra

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

System and Technology Project Manager - Bureau of Meteorology

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