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Calm, confident public speaking skills for ordinary people.
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CALM, CONFIDENT PUBLIC SPEAKING SKILLS FOR ORDINARY PEOPLE
Let's get you calm, confident, and
happy for your big day!
fear, phobia and debilitating nerves
are a symptom;they are
not a state of being.
Let's talk about simple principles that can
help you tame these inhibitors.Â
I'll also work with you to build a few simple, proven, practical skills for
your speaking event.
  Good news...
Interviews | Media | Celebrations | Public speaking | Campaigning | Weddings | Funerals | Fundraisers
Corporate presentations | Family events | PhD defence | Grand openings | Christmas functions | Group activities
Speech delivery coaching
Taming nerves
Body language analysis
Voice style development, cadence
Planning for practice
Effective rehearsal techniques
Speech writing and editing
Venue analysis
Getting through mistakes
Interviews | Media | Celebrations
PhD defence | Grand openings | Funerals Weddings | Public speaking | Fundraisers
Corporate presentations | Family events
Christmas functions | Campaigning
About Me
I'm Nicole Ecklein. SpeakEasy is my passion and I will help to put you
at ease for your interview, event, presentation or speaking engagement.Â
I have extensive public-speaking experience in both corporate and entertainment environments. I'm a great communicator. I'm kind, easy-going, compassionate and fun. Let me help you today.
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Step 1:
We'll begin with a relaxed, no-fee,
no-obligation chatabout your event, in person or by phone/video/email.
I'll ask you to tell me about your
concerns and your goals.
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Step 2:
The work begins at your first in-person
or e-meet appointment. No multi-session commitment is required; many people find that just a couple of sessions get them
over the line.
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Step 3:
If you need additional sessions to feel
more at ease, add them at your own pace. For more advanced or targeted input check out the Services "menu" below and add sessions to cover your specific needs.
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Questions? Pricing? Visit the FAQs tab.
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Step 1:
We'll begin with a relaxed, no-fee, no obligation chat
about your event, in person or by phone/video/email.
I'll ask you to tell me about your concerns and your goals.
​
Step 2:
The work begins at your first in-person or e-meet appointment. No multi-session commitment is required; many people find that just a couple of sessions get them over the line.
​
Step 3:
If you need additional sessions to feel more at ease, add
them at your own pace. For more advanced or targeted input check out the Services "menu" below and add sessions to cover your specific needs.
​
Questions? Pricing? Visit the FAQs tab.
SpeakEasy: Step by Step
SpeakEasy: Step by Step
Services
Speech Delivery Coaching
Coaching is the key to confident, capable public speaking. Let's replace your fear and debilitating nerves with poise and polish.
Body Language Analysis
Body language is a critical piece of the puzzle. Present your best self with enhanced awareness of movement and gesture.
Cadence & Style Development
Develop a pleasing vocal rhythm (cadence) that resonates — a personal brand of speaking that is recognizable and likable.
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Practice
Strategy
Efficient and effective practice is critical to great outcomes.
I'll help you strategize to so you're ready for your event.
Speech Writing
& Editing
Together we can craft an narrative that stays on point to inform, inspire or impress your audience.
Venue
Analysis
Venue analysis helps us to prepare for microphone use, voice projection and better audience connection.Â
Rehearsal
Techniques
Rehearsal is quite different
from practice! We'll
implement effective habits for
a lively and fun on-the-day
delivery.
Mistakes Happen!
Great Recovery Skills
Learn to handle mistakes, mid-speech nerves and glitches with grace and humour to come out looking like a pro.
AnticipatingÂ
Questions
Anticipate questions and know how to answer them or how to politely decline or defer when you need time to structure a response.
comes from doing what feels natural and intuitive to you,
not from what feels forced or fake.
Wherever you're at in your public speaking journey,
I will meet you there and help you to set up foundation skills
you can lean into for the rest of your life.
Real confidence
Real confidence
comes from doing what feels natural
and intuitive to you,not from what
feels forced or fake.
Wherever you're at in your public speaking journey, I will help you to set up foundation skills you can lean into for
the rest of your life.
Phone/Text:
New Zealand: 027 461 8775
International or WhatsApp: +64 27 461 8775
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Phone/Text:New Zealand:
027 461 8775
International or WhatsApp:
+64 27 461 8775