Public Speaking Coaching | Uplevel Communication
Coaching

Coaching that changes how you show up when it counts.

Whether you want a full program or steady monthly coaching, you'll work with a coach who knows you, on the meetings and presentations already on your calendar.

Mike has coached leaders and teams at

AmazonAdobeMicrosoftGE VernovaJ.P. Morgan ChaseEdwards LifesciencesPiedmontWashington State University
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Two ways to work with us

Full program

Speaking Academy

A 90-day coaching program for professionals who are ready to speak like the leaders they already are.

What changes

  • You develop the executive presence people expect at the next level.
  • You walk into high-stakes meetings and presentations with confidence.
  • You organize your ideas so people follow you and remember what you said.
  • You handle questions and pushback calmly.
  • Your communication starts moving your career forward.

What's included: twelve private 1:1 sessions, weekly office hours and a small-group session for six months, and community support.

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Monthly coaching

Speaking Catalyst

Ongoing coaching that keeps you sharp between the moments that matter.

What you get

  • 1:1 coaching twice a month
  • Three live Practice Labs a week, led by Mike
  • Check-ins between sessions
  • $250 a month with no sign-up cost, cancel anytime
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Client results

Two speakers, two big stages

Instrumental in landing speaking engagements

Nate was already a good speaker, but he wanted to be a great one and find strategies to grow his sales. After working with Mike on one event, he walked away with $118,000 in revenue, and today he's paid to speak 12 to 14 times a year.

“Mike helped me land the gig, nail the gig, he also helped me monetize. I walked away with $118,000 revenue from a two-day event.”

Nate Hambrick

Couldn't have done it without you

Chad had spoken in a lot of places, but sharing a stage with Gary Vee in front of 2,000 people was next level. He worked with Mike to get ready, and now he leans on that coaching whenever he prepares for an event.

“Had a crazy opportunity in front of 2,000 people with Gary Vee and big names... I didn't want to sound like an amateur.”

Chad Aleo

More client stories

Different starting points, same kind of change

Knew I needed a speaking coach

Rachel had a major talk coming up to promote her book. Mike prepared her for it.

“He helped me become a competent and confident public speaker.”

Rachel Richards

The key is that people are noticing

Naren kept getting passed over. He handed his ideas to his boss, who presented them to leadership. In one of his first sessions, Mike counted more than 45 filler words in just a few minutes. By the seventh session Naren said, “They're noticing,” and not long after that he was promoted.

“I recommend this 100%. The key is that people are noticing.”

Naren

I definitely feel more confident in my public speaking

Mailiki was nervous when she spoke. She talked too fast, and her ideas came out unorganized.

“My sessions with Mike have helped me so much in achieving all three of those goals.”

Dr. Mailiki Patterson

They want to help you succeed

Kelly had built and exited a chiropractic business and wanted to get out and promote his next one. With Mike's help he wrote his first book and used it to land stages that bring in premium clients.

“The program is tremendous as it is broken down into pieces that are simple and easy to follow.”

Dr. Kelly Henry

I used to avoid speaking situations

Sudarshan dealt with severe nervousness about speaking. He worked through every lesson and coaching session, and he has since moved into management, where he presents with confidence.

“This was extremely helpful to me personally to help with my imposter syndrome.”

Sudarshan

There is nothing that has been more impactful

Peter had an event to speak at in two weeks. He hired Mike and went through the entire Speaking Academy faster than anyone ever has. He went from a nervous, awful mess to being nominated for best speaker, and he's now a paid public speaker.

“Literally brought me to tears that I could win ‘best speaker.’... If you are considering working with Mike... it changed my life.”

Peter Kell

What clients write

In their own words

I used what he coached me on after only one call and felt much more confident the following week with a large customer presentation.
Bryan R.
He very quickly noticed the flaws in how I present and provided very valuable corrective actions.
Ella A.
Just a couple months ago I couldn't fathom getting up on stage to speak, but Mike's strategies have profoundly helped me become a better me.
Chris R.
He gave me the tools and confidence I needed to feel truly prepared.
Linda K.
I've just started working with Mike and I see the difference already. If you're willing to put the work, Mike is your guy.
Musallam Q.
Mike accepted to work with me on very short notice, less than a week before my TEDx talk. His advice on both content and delivery was very useful.
Michelle H.
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