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Public Speaking

Executive Coaching for Leaders and Decision Makers

Lead with authority in every room you walk into.

Sylvia Cohen Communication offers bespoke executive coaching for leaders who need to speak with clarity, confidence and command in high-pressure environments. Training is delivered through structured one-to-one sessions built around your role, your challenges and the specific rooms you need to win.

Is this you as a leader?

  • You freeze up or lose your train of thought under pressure, in the boardroom or on stage.

  • Your delivery feels flat when the stakes are highest, in investor meetings or leadership updates.

  • You struggle to command a room full of senior stakeholders.

  • You ramble under scrutiny instead of landing your point.

  • Your body language undercuts your authority, even when your content is strong.

I can help you...

  • Stay composed under pressure, in board meetings, investor pitches and media appearances.

  • Speak with executive presence that gets you taken seriously before you've said a word.

  • Command a room, holding attention and authority with senior stakeholders and teams.

  • Land your message clearly and decisively, so people act on what you say.

  • Build lasting confidence you can call on in any high-stakes setting.

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*Harvard Business Review (Supportive Care ABA Therapy)​​ (Ambitions ABA Therapy).

Ready to transform?

Each session is tailored to you and may include:

Sylvia's executive coaching focuses on practical, embodied techniques rather than scripts or performance tricks. The work is grounded in voice, breath, body and presence, helping you lead with authority even under pressure.
 

Each session is tailored to you and may include:

  • Voice and breath techniques to project authority and stay composed under scrutiny

  • Executive presence and body language that commands a room without force

  • Structuring your message so it lands with decision makers

  • Tools for thinking clearly and responding under pressure, in the room

  • Rehearsal for board meetings, investor pitches, keynotes or media appearances

Who This Executive Coaching Is For:

This coaching is designed for leaders who need to communicate with authority in high-stakes environments, including:

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  • CEOs, founders and senior executives

  • Business leaders preparing for board meetings or investor pitches

  • Leaders managing high-pressure negotiations

  • Executives representing their organisation in the media

  • Anyone who needs to be heard, respected and taken seriously at the top table

Testimonials

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"Sylvia, I just wanted to say a massive thank you! I couldn't have got on the stage of the Royal Opera House without you last night. You really have changed my life!"

Rhys Frampton
Multi Award Winning Fashion and Portrait Photographer
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Effective communication has always been crucial in my music industry career. As I transitioned into a new chapter with higher-pressure conversations and more public speaking, Sylvia taught me techniques to stay calm. Now, I confidently walk onto any stage and deliver my message with clarity and impact. I highly recommend Sylvia to anyone managing artists, negotiating contracts and buyouts, as well as to talent who need to engage with the media and perform for larger audiences.

Anneliese Harmon
Global Music & Entertainment Manager/ Executive / Consultant
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I am now more confident and concise in TV and radio interviews which means I am better placed to engage with the media and promote my work. I would recommend working with Sylvia to anyone who needs to promote their work whilst being authentic in front of the media.

Zara McFarlan
Multi-Award Winning Jazz Vocalist
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Whether one is an experienced international keynote speaker or simply keen to hone presentation skills, and courtroom communication Sylvia has something to offer. Her command of all aspects of voice, presence, and impact is complete, and she is a terrific teacher. I highly endorse her for anyone keen to enhance their in-person or online presentations

Mark A Cohen
Global Thought Leader and Contributor to Forbes Magazine, CEO of Legal Mosaic
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Sylvia has the unique skill set of making the complex, abstract nature of communication so clear and easy for her clients to understand and then equips them with the tools necessary to deploy that in their professional and personal lives. 

Liam Osbourne
Global Head of Creative, North Six
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As a result of the classes that I have done with Sylvia, I now feel much better prepared for pitches and meetings. I know that I can walk into the room and be present. I am adaptable, and I’m also bringing focus & control to those meetings.

Helen O’ Hanlon
Writer and Film Director
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Thanks to Sylvia, I can now deliver complex ideas with clarity and respond to changing circumstances with confidence. Her coaching helped me refine my message, sharpen my communication skills, and develop routines that make me an intuitive speaker. Connecting with Sylvia during a crucial stage in my business helped me define and articulate my positioning with the gravitas and clarity it deserved.

Jack Foreman
Creative Director, Founder of Foreman Studio
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Thanks to Sylvia, I now have a toolkit that allows me to not only survive but enjoy public speaking. Before working with her, I found it stressful to present on stage or in front of an audience. Sylvia's coaching has helped me stay calm, focused, and fully engage my audience. Now, people often comment on my calm delivery, and I'm more confident and eager to accept any TV, radio, or public speaking invitations.

Sally Howard
Freelance Journalist & Author | Regular Contributor to The Observer, TIME Magazine, The Sunday Times, and BBC Radio 4 | Author of Home Stretch and The Kama Sutra Diaries
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After just one session with Sylvia, I realised there was so much more I could do to make my pitches more effective. Three months into my training with Sylvia I had successfully raised £260 million in investment. I highly recommend working with Sylvia to anyone who is serious about raising funds for their project and finding the right investors quickly and dynamically.

George Brookbank
CEO of Fairway Capital
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Since working with Sylvia the number of sales I’ve closed has increased by 40%. I didn't used to like public speaking - but at a recent event, the level of engagement I had with the audience was so much improved that the number of quality leads that I received at the end of the presentation was much more than I would normally get.." I also got an invitation to have dinner with two of the industry's Top CEOs.

John West
Senior Division Director, Yole Intelligence
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For me to be able to do the kind of work I want to do, working with Sylvia has been absolutely key. When I made the decision to diversify into presenting, initially, I found being in front of the camera terrifying. Working with Sylvia was incredible, she enabled me to talk about myself and things that were personal to me in front of camera in an engaging and authentic way. I now feel confident that wherever and whatever I am presenting I can remain calm, energised and perform to the best of my ability.

Riffi Khan
Presenter, Director, Producer,  BBC, ITV & Discovery Channel
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After your training, I noticed an immediate difference. I had a difficult call with a client who has changed the brief numerous times and been over demanding with the team. I was calm and clear on the call and had a productive conversation. Usually, I would’ve got flustered and lost in the emotion. I’m so grateful to you.

Chantelle-Shakila Tiagi
Founder, TIAGI, Creative Production Artist Consultancy
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I signed up for public speaking classes with Sylvia because I’d always struggled with nerves when speaking in front of others. From the very first session, she put me at ease. She’s not just a brilliant public speaking coach, she really understands how to tailor each session to your personal challenges. Over a few weeks, I went from dreading presentations to actually enjoying them. Sylvia helped me find my voice, structure my thoughts clearly, and speak with confidence. Whether you’re preparing for a big event or just want to improve your everyday communication, I can’t recommend her public speaking coaching enough.

Emma Richards
Marketing Manager

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