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Modern Public Speaking Training — based in Manchester, UK.

We’re based in sunny Manchester, but work with companies and individuals internationally.

Address:
Project Charisma Ltd
WeWork, Dalton Place,
29 John Dalton St,
Manchester,
M2 6DS

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“Ed has an incredible ability to create a warm and safe environment that enables people to challenge themselves, learn and grow!

I can honestly say after this session, my fears around public speaking have diminished considerably. Thank you Ed, I can’t wait to put my new skills and techniques into practice!”

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Book a free 30-minute call, if you...

  • Lack confidence when speaking and want to improve.
  • Need help crafting an impactful speech or pitch.
  • Want an engaging training session for your team.
  • Would like to book me as a speaker.

We’ll schedule 30-minutes to discuss your goals, answer any questions, and see if there’s a good fit.

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Public Speaking Training FAQs

General Questions:

Is working with public speaking trainer right for me?

We work with people who want to boost their confidence, enhance their leadership abilities, or elevate their personal brand through improved public speaking skills. 

Whether you aim to become a professional speaker, the go-to person in your field, or simply want to deliver a one-off standout speech, partnering with an expert coach is the fastest and most effective way to succeed.

However, if you’re looking to change your accent, learn English as a new language, or pursue public speaking as a hobby, our services might not be the best fit. 

For professional development, leadership-focused goals, or special occasion speaking – reach out today, and let’s discuss how we can achieve your goals together.

Absolutely. We specialise in helping you craft your message, fine-tune your delivery, and deliver a powerful performance. From conference keynotes to special occasion speeches, we’re here to ensure you shine on stage.

Here are some types of speeches we’ve helped people with:

  • Keynote talks
  • Company presentations
  • Investment pitches
  • Speaking on camera
  • Panels & podcasts
  • Brand building content
  • Wedding, best man, and special occasion speeches

Let’s work together to make your next speech unforgettable.

Yes! We believe real-world experience is vital and provide a supportive environment for you to practice with confidence.

Our ‘Charisma Club’ program for 1-to-1 coaching includes:

  • Weekly group calls for virtual practice
  • Quarterly in-person workshops
 

You’ll practice alongside a small group of ambitious professionals on a similar journey. Plus, we’ll help you find additional opportunities within your role, business, and beyond on podcasts, panels, and events. Join us to start speaking with impact!

Who We Work With:

I have very specific needs, can you help me?

We work with a broad variety of people, professions and experience levels – including:

1. Non-native speakers for whom English is a second language.
2. People with ADHD, Dyslexia, and other mental health conditions.
3. Severely anxious and phobic speakers who lack confidence.

In terms of objectives, we help people who are just beginning their public speaking journey, right the way up to those preparing for high-profile speaking events.

Whatever your needs, we’ll tailor our public speaking training to ensure you get the absolute best outcome.

Yes, we work with teams across many different industries and sectors.

We help senior leaders to develop their stage presence & credibility; teams to build confidence and communication skills; and groups and membership bodies looking to utilise public speaking within their roles.

Our training courses have helped to spark powerful public speaking skills in teams spanning finance, technology, law, marketing, PR, education, accounting, architecture, construction, and more.

Our goal is to help as many people as possible become confident speakers. 

However, we do reserve the right to decline working with individuals or organisations whose values or practices are not aligned with our own ethical standards. (Thankfully, that hasn’t ever happened!)

Arranging Sessions:

I work during the day, can we do our sessions in the evenings or at weekends?

Yes, we have availability for coaching sessions across weekdays, evenings and weekends. So no matter how challenging your schedule is, we’ll find a time that works.

We ask for at least 24 hours notice if cancelling a booked session. But we get that “life happens”, so if you need to reschedule a meeting, we’ll do our best to make it work.

We deliver corporate training and talks internationally. We also work with 1-1 clients virtually, in many different countries, where time-zones allow. All our training is delivered in english.

Billing Questions:

We typically invoice for direct bank transfer. If using a company card, we can provide an online Stripe payment page.

For most bookings, we request full payment up front, or a split-payment (for our coaching programme) upon request.

We do not offer any money-back guarantees. However, we aim to ensure you’re 100% satisfied with any purchased coaching & training offer.

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Just wanted to share some feedback we had from the delegates after the October Away day 😊 You went down a storm!

– Presentation skills session very good
– The presentation skills session was AMAZING! Very informative and will definitely come in handy.
– Really enjoyed the presentation skills
– Speaker was very engaging and interesting and worked for all aspects of our work
– The presentation was amazing, getting to interact with each other and learning different presentation skills.- there wasn’t a moment which I found it boring or not helpful.

Jess Docksey, Workforce & Education Programme Manager

 

“Absolutely Brilliant training session to do, really enjoyed it. Ed was fab made everyone feel at ease, more confident and relaxed. I will take so much away from this session thanks Ed, you do a great job 👍👏”

Diane Axford — GMCA

 

“Attended an excellent full day session hosted by Ed at Project Charisma, it was a fantastic learning experience and would recommend to anyone who gets the chance.
Ed made everyone feel at ease even when facing our insecurities, individual conversations around the exercises left no question unanswered. A great experience that I can put into practice straight away.”

Siobhan Keane — GMCA

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100% recommendation rate! All attendees gave you a 10 on how likely they would be to recommend the workshop to peers!

Here’s a summary of the group’s feedback from the session:

  • “The workshop was well-timed, with an excellent balance of information, interactive activities, and group work that kept participants engaged.”

  • “Ed, the facilitator, was professional, knowledgeable, and exceptional at delivering clear, constructive feedback. His energy and positivity helped create a safe and supportive environment, which was particularly important given that many participants were outside their comfort zones with public speaking. Ed’s personal story of overcoming anxiety resonated with the group, fostering trust and making the experience more relatable.”

  • “The content was well-structured, breaking down key elements to make the learning process less daunting, and the pacing was comfortable for everyone. The variety of tasks, including the workbook to take away, added value, and the session ultimately empowered participants to deliver speeches with confidence.”

Ideas that resonated with the group the most:

Presentation Structure: Key techniques like planning, the “rule of three,” and the power of pausing.

Audience Engagement: Effective strategies such as the “audience hug” and balanced eye contact (“light housing”).

Public Speaking Elements: Focus on body language, voice modulation, and mindset.

Vocal Variety & Filler Words: Importance of vocal variety and minimising filler words.

Mindset Shift: Emphasis on being prolific over perfect; enthusiasm and charisma over confidence.

All the group have rated themselves as an 8, 9 or 10 in terms of confidence in demonstrating the skills they have learnt in your session.

Other comments:

“This workshop has given me a great toolkit to help build my presenting skills. I feel more empowered in my public speaking and have the confidence to participate in presentations within my role.”

“I thought it was well run, the overall content was excellent. Great feedback throughout the course to support not only the individual but also the group. I would recommend the course strongly to my peers.”

“Was nervous going into the class, worried that it would be a bit school-like or based more in acting (which it was not). Thoroughly enjoyed the experience – would love to do it again later on in the year/next year to look see how my skill has (hopefully) improved.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop and was highly impressed with Ed. Ed’s approach to the subject, his personal story, the layout of the workshop and his energy made for an engaging, memorable and impactful workshop. Ed was able to give helpful feedback to everyone whilst also filled us with encouragement and confidence. I feel he shared some life skills that I will take forward with me in my career and I would love the opportunity to work with him again!”