Be bold, authentic, engaging.
Speaker coaching with a difference.
Personalised, detailed sessions to help you really connect.
From working with UK Prime Ministers to global CEOs, Catherine Shepherd offers years of expertise to help you be the best communicator you can be.
Learn how to tell the story your audience needs to hear in a way which inspires, connects and leaves a lasting impression.
What sessions cover
Breathing
Posture
Vocal technique
Stage presence
Expression
Content
Controlling nerves
Whether you want general coaching to help improve your communication skills and gain more confidence, or coaching for a specific event, I guarantee you will leave the room a better speaker than when you walked through the door.
I deliver tailored coaching, helping you to dial up what is naturally good about your delivery and dial down whatever is less useful the nerves, the rushing, the not knowing what to do with your hands.
My approach is no nonsense. I am not another cookie cutter corporate coach, operating a one-size-fits-all program in hope you might find a few scraps of it useful. I’ve been subjected to the soulless training sessions where some blow-hard in overly pointy shoes stands up the front and offers you meaningless platitudes on reaching your goals. This is not what I do.
Individual
Whether you want to build more confidence and become a stronger communicator or polish a speech for a specific event, individual sessions give you the time to explore in detail.
Group
Sessions for small groups who want to refine their skills and have fun while doing so. Tailored to your vibe, these are perfect for team learning and development.
Event Prep
Have a conference on the horizon, or want to nail that next panel? These sessions will prepare you for the task at hand and help you feel calm and in control.
What do people say?
"A game-changer"
The session with Catherine was a game-changer. Not only did she help refine the structure and delivery of my presentations, she also played a crucial role in calming my nerves. She did wonders for me.
Chief Revenue Officer,
WCCC
"Excellent coaching"
Thank you so much for your excellent coaching and very practical advice. The event went well. I felt planted and grounded and most of all I really
enjoyed it.
Commercial Director,
BT International
"Next level"
The training took my delivery to the next level. Even if it might feel hard to dedicate time to self-development, a session with the brilliant Catherine definitely paid off.
Associate Dean,
Learning
and Teaching,
LCCA