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Feel more confident speaking in public
Most professionals don’t struggle with ideas, they struggle with the pressure of sharing them. The nerves. The self‑doubt. The fear of being judged. We help you move beyond all of that, so you can speak with clarity, presence and calm authority in the moments that matter.
Our mindful approach blends practical skills with the self‑awareness needed to influence, inspire and lead any audience. Whether in person or online, you’ll learn to communicate in a way that feels natural, confident and authentically you
If public speaking makes you uncomfortable, you can learn to:
• Speak with confidence
• Present with presence, clarity and impact
• Craft content that is rich, relevant and compelling
• Connect emotionally as well as intellectually
• Find and value your true voice
Transform your speaking confidence
If you struggle to speak up in meetings, feel uncomfortable addressing groups or simply don’t like being the centre of attention, you’re not alone. Many capable professionals feel the same way, not because they lack ability, but because pressure, nerves and self‑doubt get in the way.
We help you move beyond fear and into clarity, presence and calm authority. Our public speaking courses gives you the tools to steady your nerves, trust your voice and express your ideas with confidence in any room
Public speaking doesn’t have to seem so scary
The thought of presenting at work can trigger anxiety for even the most experienced professionals. A third of the people who attend our workshops are terrified of public speaking. Another third feel very uncomfortable. The rest simply want to be the best they can be.
Wherever you are on that spectrum, we meet you there, and help you move forward.
Influence, persuade and connect
You owe it to yourself and to the people you lead, support and inspire to find, value and express your true voice. When you learn to communicate mindfully, you don’t just present more confidently. You connect more deeply, influence more effectively and show up more powerfully.
“It totally transformed the way I look at presenting.”
David Cook
Marketing Manager
Personalised Communication Skills Coaching
Some challenges need more than a workshop. They need space, focus and a guide who understands the psychology of speaking with clarity and presence. Our one‑to‑one public speaking coaching gives you that space; a confidential environment to explore your voice, your nerves and the moments that matter most.
Whether you’re preparing for a high‑stakes presentation, leading a team or simply want to feel more confident speaking up, personalised coaching helps you develop the clarity, calm and impact you need to communicate at your best.
A mindful approach to personal growth
Great coaching begins with rapport. We take the time to understand who you are as a speaker; your strengths, your challenges and your aspirations. From there, we work with you to build confidence, refine your message and express your ideas with authenticity and authority.
Our coaching is available in person or online, supporting professionals in London and worldwide.
“I found the coaching incredibly useful thank you very much.”
Melanie Spencer
Global Head of Marketing
Our clients love us!
Yesterday was hands down one of the best presentation skills courses that I have ever, ever been on. I’ve been to a few in my years … Firstly yesterday was amazing and I genuinely came away with a renewed sense of confidence and actual, helpful changes I can make to how I do things.
Transformational Training Courses
Our open, 1-day public speaking courses will give you the public speaking skills you need to present and connect with your audience with confidence, presence and impact.
Inspire
Inspire in-person and virtual audiences to action. When you’re an inspiring speaker, it’s easier to connect with your audience and lead a call to action.
Develop your personal communication style to connect authentically with your audience. Increase your confidence and presence in meetings, project updates, sales pitches and communicating with colleagues and clients in any setting.
High Impact One to One Coaching
Personal, one to one, coaching tailored to meet your specific needs. We create a personalised experience to help you speak confidently. Our coaching focuses on your specific challenges.
We create a safe and confidential learning environment.
Influence
When you connect with your audience emotionally as well as intellectually it’s easer to influence and lead change.
One-to-one professional coaching in public speaking will help you to develop your personal public speaking and presenting style harnessing your strengths and identifying areas for improvement to infuence any audience.
Transformational Training Courses
Highly tailored communication skills for your team. Our passion is giving your team the skills to connect effectively with any audience. Helping them to lead change and inspire action.
Interact
When we interact with our audience it makes them feel as though they are participating and contributing rather than simply listening.
Our bespoke training will transform your team’s communication skills. Inspiring them to express themselves with confidence and impact, interacting with any audience in any setting. We believe that, ‘Connecting is everything’. Let us help your team to make that connection.
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Virtual Training That Feels Real
Great communication doesn’t depend on the room you’re in, it depends on presence, clarity and connection. Our virtual training brings all three to life, giving you the same mindful, high‑impact experience whether you’re at home, at work or anywhere in the world.
‘Virtual is real’
We’ve helped thousands of professionals develop their public speaking and presentation skills online. Through Zoom‑based coaching and training, you’ll learn to speak with confidence, manage nerves and deliver your message with clarity and impact; all in a supportive, interactive environment.
Virtual training isn’t a compromise. It’s a powerful way to grow your skills with focus, flexibility and ease
See how we work
Below is a short video of Maurice speaking — a glimpse into the energy, clarity and presence that shape every Mindful Presenter session.
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The Mindful Presenter Masterclass
If you’d like to learn more about our approach, enter a few details and receive the downloadable Masterclass PDF. All of our training courses are personalised and tailored to meet your specific challenges and objectives.
Captivating hearts and minds
Mindful Presenter is leading the way in high impact public speaking and presentation skills training courses because we passionately believe that communicating effectively is the most important skill in the world. Whether you would like to overcome your fear of public speaking or simply improve your public speaking skills, we have the perfect solution for you.
About Mindful Presenter
Mindful Presenter is a UK-based communication training company founded by Maurice De Castro, helping professionals communicate with clarity, confidence and presence. Based in London, UK, we specialise in mindful public speaking training, presentation skills coaching and virtual communication programmes for organisations worldwide.
