Book a Call

7 Signs You're Not Ready for Public Speaking Training.

ed darling public speaking coach

Ed Darling | 4 min read

Last updated: 25/11/2025

Anyone can master public speaking.

I see it happening every week  — people who once froze at the thought of a microphone, commanding rooms with ease.

Nervous introverts, inexperienced presenters, even self-proclaimed “glossophobes” can transform into confident communicators.

But that doesn’t mean our speaker training is for everyone.

Click here to watch the video!

We work with professionals who understand that public speaking is a vital step in their career, or business.

They’re not looking for a new hobby, or wanting the fame of giving a TED talk.

To save you time (and maybe heartbreak), here are 7 signs our public speaking training isn’t the right fit for you — plus a clear picture of who we’re built for.

a man in a suit who is ready for public speaking training, addressing a room of people.

1. You Don’t Have a “Why” for Public Speaking

Our most successful clients know why they want to level up their communication skills. They’re pitching ideas, leading teams, growing their personal brand, or delivering keynote talks that leave an impact.
 
If public speaking training feels like a “nice-to-have” rather than a must for your goals, now might not be your moment.

2. You’re Happy in Your Comfort Zone

Let’s be clear: starting out nervous, introverted, or inexperienced? Totally fine!

Most of our clients do. What sets them apart is their hunger to grow. They’re ready to push past fear, develop new skill sets, and practice like pros. If you’re not excited to step up your public speaking skills and stretch yourself, our speaker training might feel like too much.

3. You Need Sugar-Coated Feedback

Great speaker training balances encouragement with honesty. We’ll cheer your wins, push you to think bigger, and give you the constructive feedback you need to improve fast. But if you’re looking for a cheerleader who skips the tough love and only offers platitudes, our approach might not click.

4. Commitment Isn’t Your Thing

Fear loves to whisper excuses: “I’m too busy,” “I’ll start later,” “This isn’t the right time.” Our public speaking training offers a proven system, personalised coaching, and all the support you need to transform your communication skills — but it takes commitment.

If you’re likely to skip sessions, shy away from challenges, or lose steam, ask yourself:

Am I truly ready to commit to becoming a confident speaker?

5. You’re Hunting for Budget Options

There are some great low-cost resources out there for public speaking practice — think online courses or community groups.

Our speaker training is a premium experience tailored for professionals and leaders who want personalised coaching, a step-by-step system, and an expert in their corner. If you’re after quick, cheap fixes, we’re probably not your match.

6. Public Speaking Is Just a Hobby for You

Yes, some people treat public speaking like a fun side gig — and I used to be one of them! If that’s you, local meetups or Toastmasters are great places to play. Our speaker training is built for those who want to both enjoy speaking, but also leverage their skills professionally, to skyrocket their career, business, or industry influence.

7. You Need Language or Speech Therapy

Our focus is professional communication skills and public speaking confidence. If you’re looking for help with English fluency, accent reduction, or speech therapy, we’re not the right fit — but we’d be happy to point you toward experts who specialise in those areas.

Who is Our Speaker Training Perfect For?

If you’re still here, you’re probably our kind of person. Our speaker training is designed for:

  • Leaders who know that mastering public speaking can amplify their influence, grow their brand, or land bigger opportunities.

  • Ambitious professionals who are ready to face their fears, commit to growth, and show up fully — whether they’re presenting to a boardroom, a conference, or a virtual audience.

  • Anyone who believes communication is power and wants to wield it with confidence, clarity, and charisma.

Sound like you? Then you’re in the right place. We’re not about turning you into someone else — we’re about helping you become the most confident, authentic version of yourself when you speak.

Ready to Speak Up? Here’s How We Can Help

At Project Charisma, we offer three ways to level up your speaker skills:

  1. Coaching Programme: One-on-one, personalised speaker training to fast-track your confidence and impact.
  2. Team Training: High-impact communication skills workshops to empower your entire team to shine.
  3. 1-Day Masterclass: An intensive, hands-on experience to jumpstart your public speaking journey.

Want to talk through options? Book your 30-minute Introduction Call. I’ll explain how our training works, and if there’s a good fit, I’ll suggest next steps.

To your speaking success,

Ed

When you're ready, 3 ways to work with me...

Coaching Programme: Follow a proven system to build confidence, find your charisma, and step-up as a speaker in your niche.

1-Day Masterclass: Learn everything you need in 1 day to face your fears, and begin speaking with confidence.

Corporate Team Training: Bring confident communication to your team. High impact workshops, events talks, and leadership training.

Enter your name and email for instant access to the Speaker's Toolkit:

Along with the Speakers Toolkit, we’ll send you occasional emails with practical speaking tools, free resources, and training updates. Unsubscribe at any time.

Add Your Heading Text Here

Hey Ed,

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

Add Your Heading Text Here

Muberry logo

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!”