1-1 Demo-Diagnostic Session

5.0 135 reviews

• Lucy Wilks ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  Great session from Lee! He tailored the session brilliantly to a range of people and differing confidence levels. Would definitely recommend to anyone nervous about public speaking!
• Mary Mitchell ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  I found the public speaking training session most helpful. Good to get some feedback and constructive ideas about to present an engage an audience.
• Isobel Thomas ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  Had fantastic training from Lee 🙂
• H A ★★★★★ 6 months ago
  Excellent Consultation, thank you to shak & the team!
• Charles ★★★★★ a year ago
  Shak at Public Speaking Academy is excellent.I contacted him very last minute for help and what we achieved in two remote sessions was beyond expectation. Highly recommend.
• Mary Pye ★★★★★ a year ago
  Public speaking has never been in my comfort zone so today's I started off from a point of Anxiety and a little fear, however the Facilitator was wonderful and managed to ease my nerves enough to participate and engage with the process. … More I feel I have come away feeling more confident and I have learned new skills to take me forward such as stage presence and crafting my story. I also thought it was a great team building exercise. It has elevated my confidence in being able to function and present more confidently in the future.
• Jessica Sallabank ★★★★★ a year ago
  My colleague and I went a day with Lee working on our presentation and public speaking skills. The day flew by as it was packed with interesting scenarios and role plays and we came away some useful strategies for building up confidence … More and presenting information in an effective, compelling way. Recommended for people who have a public speaking element to their work but don't get much practice or guidance. thank you!
• jacquie bloomfield ★★★★★ a year ago
  This course was highly interactive and suitable for people from all walks of life and all levels of confidence and experience. It did not over complicate things and enabled people to gain confidence speaking to the group by using topics … More of their own choice and developing good listening skills. Simple activities built skills and confidence in gradual steps towards the final presentation which involved speaking without notes.In addition to helping delegates to develop their public speaking skills, through the sharing of personal stories in the presentations , the day provided an amazing team building opportunity, the results of which were excellentThankyou for a great day
• Wendy Stammers ★★★★★ a year ago
  What an incredible opportunity to learn from Lee’s wealth of knowledge and expertise. He created a safe and encouraging space for us all to speak in our own authentic way that engages the audience. He enabled us to speak with purpose and … More from the heart and we have gone away with tips and methods that can be easily implemented in day to day life and on the stage. Thank you Lee for your kind and encouraging manner and enabling each individual to grow.
• Surya Nandakumar ★★★★★ a year ago
  Course was very interactive and had insights on the talking in the stage, facing the crowd, and how to practice vocals before ur presentation. I also got to meet new people and have a chat with them because of that I came out of my comfort … More zone.Mr. Lee also gave us exercises to improve the communication skills and overcome the fear among the crowd was great.
• Sofie Moore ★★★★★ a year ago
  Had a wonderful day of learning how to speak well in front of a crowd, everyone was so friendly and I learned so much about myself and how to engage an audience, highly recommend!
• Karzan Hughes Equestrian ★★★★★ a year ago
  Lee hosted an excellent public speaking confidence workshop in Sheffield. I’m really glad I signed up for it.
• Dunc Harris ★★★★★ a year ago
  Went to an away day in London and this had to be one of the best days I have ever done.From getting everyone interacting having fun and at same time learning vital speaking confidence and connecting skills.Best way to describeBrilliant. … More
• Hussein S ★★★★★ 7 months ago
  Excellent Consultation, thank you to shak & the team!
• Liz Cumberbatch ★★★★★ a year ago
  A brilliant day with an experienced facilitater who works with imagination, empathy and clarity. It’s been a few years since I’ve attended any trading and I’m so glad I came I enjoyed it so much. It’s also been great being with all our … More colleagues and participants in Hero’s for Health I’ve learned so much from all of you too..
• Lyneal Jenkins ★★★★★ a year ago
  I had a great experience with Shak at the Public Speaking Academy. Not only did he build on my stronger skills, but he helped improve aspects that needed work in a very positive manner, so I never felt self conscious. I left the one to … More one training with a clearer view on how to become the best version of me, and I feel much more confident with moving forwards.
• Enjety Manohar ★★★★★ a year ago
  Worth for attending the session.
• Maha Farra ★★★★★ a year ago
  I had a one day one-on-one session with Lee Furness to help me prepare for an event I was MCing as I had never done it before. He gave me excellent tips, made me feel more confident, and worked on my content for me. From the get go, he … More helped me break out of my shell. The event was a true success and I have come out of this actually enjoying owning the stage! Everyone needs Lee in their lives!
• Ryan Thomas ★★★★★ a year ago
  Shukeel is a great coach, he makes you feel comfortable and tailors the coaching to your specific needs. He’s really helping me with my confidence with public speaking. I’ve only had a few hours with him and already see a massive change. … More I would definitely recommend him.
• Marcos Braz Bartlett ★★★★★ 2 years ago
  Lee was a great coach. I travelled up to Sheffield for a 1 to 1 session and we jam packed great techniques and methods to the training. This is just the beginning and was certainly a confidence boost. I am sure to continue my sessions to … More boost my presence in front of people and sell my companies services. Great job!
• Carolina Camacho ★★★★★ a year ago
  Thanks so much for the amazing support! My coach Billial was very inspirational, positive and supportive. I totally recommend PSA
• William Moody ★★★★★ 2 years ago
  I have been training with Shukeel for my upcoming groom's speech and I can honestly say, it has helped me massively. Shukeel has been a great teacher/mentor, helping me write the speech, along with how to project it and use gestures … More to punctuate what you're saying.Shukeel, through Public Speaking Academy, has given me a tremendous amount of confidence and I am now looking forward to delivering this speech he has helped me create.Much love and appreciation to him and the company for helping me become a better public speaker. I am sure I will be in touch with more work on the professional side of things as well!
• Z Malik ★★★★★ 2 years ago
  Amazing experience of attending the Public speaking workshop with Billal at Warwick University today. Definitely recommended for those who need motivation, tools and skills to achieve their dreams to become a successful entrepreneur, public … More speaker and ultimately a Leader.
• Sofi Shaposhnikova ★★★★★ 2 years ago
  Participated in public speaking workshop at Sheffield. I am absolutely satisfied with the level of speakers and activities. It was useful to learn new techniques for pitching.
• michael borthwick ★★★★★ 2 years ago
  The training from Shukeel Chohan was absolutely brilliant!I have always suffered with anxiety before public speaking and so the techniques he teaches and changing my mindset to be able to speak freely and manage nerves has completely changed … More my outlook on public speaking. I Can't thank you enough!
• Thomas Sinju ★★★★★ 3 years ago
  The classes have tremendously elevated my confidence, personality, and both inter-personal and intra-personal skills. I'm grateful to Public Speaking Academy and strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to raise their personal brand … More to new heights.
• El Shuttleworth ★★★★★ 4 years ago
  Absolutely fantastic experience - the Public Speaking Academy ran a half-day workshop for my team and it was the highlight of the program. Billal and Lee were extremely knowledgeable and engaging, providing the team with actionable takeaways … More and scenario-based learnings that will set them up for success in future public speaking endeavours. Would highly recommend to anyone who has a fear of public speaking or wants to improve their skills.
• Sam G. ★★★★★ 4 years ago
  Billal is quite simply phenomenal. In just a short period of time I have improved my speaking skills and overall confidence so much so that others have noticed the shift immediately without them even knowing I had my sessions. He made me … More feel at ease from our very first conversation with his warm and friendly demeanour. He really listened to my challenges to tailor his coaching approach to fit my personal needs and really empowered me to be a better speaker. I cannot wait to continue on this journey with Billal and see just far I can go with his expert coaching.
• Helen Taylor ★★★★★ 3 years ago
  Billal has been brilliant. He has a knack for identifying what areas and issues need to be addressed. He does this in a focused, professional way whilst being relaxed and warm. When I opened up about something he was empathic and kind.Public … More speaking has always been something I’ve dreaded and been bad at. I want to overcome this negativity I feel towards it and make it something I’m capable of doing, and hopefully ultimately even something I enjoy.I’m really enjoying being taught by Billal and value his advice and guidance.
• Nilotpal Dhar ★★★★★ 3 years ago
  It has been amazing to learn public speaking skills. Billal was absolutely amazing with his tips and making the whole thing so easy! Thanks to Public Speaking Academy!