1:1 Coaching — Happy to Speak

Is this your life right now?

The racing heart before you're called on. The heart-racing-sweaty-palms-holy-moly-"I-have-to-present-now" feeling? The flat voice that doesn't sound like you. The agonizing replay later of all your mistakes.

You've probably already tried the usual fixes. Read books and watched TED talks. Tried Toastmasters and found it to be more of a social club than anything else.

And here's the truth nobody tells you: none of it works until you actually practice in front of real people, enough times that you gain confidence and get better.

Your lack of speaking success isn't a personality flaw, and it's not something you're stuck with. I've worked with and have seen tons of capable, anxious people fix it — not by becoming someone else, but by becoming the best version of themselves as a speaker and finding their authentic voice.

The part that actually matters

Confident speakers aren't a different species. They've just put in more reps.

Nobody nails it the first time they try something hard. You fumble, you feel awkward, you go again. Same with speaking. The "naturals" you envy simply have more reps in their body — more meetings survived, more talks given, more moments where they felt the fear and went anyway. My whole approach is built on getting you those reps fast, in a safe spot, before they count for real. We train the way you'd train for anything physical: deliberately, progressively, and often enough that it sticks.

How 1:1 coaching works

Built around your actual life, not a curriculum

This isn't a course you watch alone. It's working with me, a coach who knows your specific fears, your real fears, and exactly what to work on next.

We find your edge

We start with what's actually tripping you up — the meeting that's coming, the presentation you're avoiding, the pattern you keep falling into. Real situations, not theory.

You get reps in a safe spot

Live practice, real feedback, and frameworks you can feel working. We build from low-stakes reps up to the high-pressure moments, so by the time it counts, your body already knows what to do.

It carries into the real world

Between sessions you've got drills and a game plan. We adjust as you go. The goal isn't a polished performance — it's you feeling like yourself when the pressure's on.

Let's be honest about fit

Who this is (and isn't) for

This is for you if…

✓ You're competent at work but freeze up when you have to speak
✓ You've got real moments coming — a talk, a pitch, more visibility — and you want to be ready
✓ You're tired of generic tips and want someone who'll actually fix the problem with you
✓ You're willing to put in reps, not just read about it

This probably isn't for you if…

– You want a one-time "fix" without doing any practice
– You're after corporate, robotic, "sound like a TED talk" polish
– You'd rather stay comfortable than feel a little awkward while you grow

Who you'd be working with

Hey, I'm Jim.

I've spent years coaching professionals through exactly what you're feeling — the dread, the blank mind, the voice that won't cooperate. I'm not a slick speaking guru. I'm a guy who happens to believe the same things that make you fit make you a calm speaker: reps, recovery, and showing up scared.

My style is casual and allergic to corporate-speak. We'll work together and you'll leave every session with something you can actually use. No scripts to memorize, no fake confidence. Just you — steadier, clearer, more like yourself when it counts.

Before you worry about it

What actually happens on the Coaching call

It's a conversation, not an interrogation — and definitely not a hard sell. Here's exactly how it goes.

First few minutes

You talk, I listen

You tell me what's going on — the situations that get you, what you've tried, the results you want to achieve.

The middle

We map it out

I'll tell you straight what I think is happening and how I'd approach it. You'll leave with at least one useful insight whether we work together.

The end

You decide, no pressure

If it's a fit, I'll explain how coaching works and what it costs. If it's not, I'll point you somewhere better. Either way, no pressure.

It's free, it's about 30 minutes, and you don't need to prepare anything. The hardest part — reaching out — you've basically already done.

In their words

What it feels like on the other side

From people who came in dreading it — and a few who'd already given up on ever getting better.

"Working with Jim has been a game changer. I came to him for a few sessions to prep for a pageant — what I gained went far beyond that. I actually look forward to speaking in front of others now — something I never thought I'd say."

— Francisca

"Jim provides the perfect mix of advice with real-time practice — a comfortable environment while also keeping you on your toes. I noticed a huge improvement in my skills after just a few sessions (and so did my bosses!)"

— Monica

"In just over a month of working with Jim, my fear of public speaking shifted into something rewarding — even enjoyable. He helped me find easy wins, build confidence, and tap into an authentic voice I didn't know I had."

— Heather

"I've struggled with public speaking for most of my adult life. In the short time I've known Jim, I've made drastic improvements. He brings empathy and patience to every session, and creates a supportive environment that makes it easy to grow."

— Josh

Honest answers

Questions you're probably asking

What if my anxiety is really bad? +

That's exactly who I work with best. Coaching meets you where you are — we start at a level that feels safe and build up. You don't need to be "almost there." You need to be willing to take small reps.

Is this in person or virtual? +

Primarily virtual unless you're in San Diego. That said, if you start virtually and want to come to San Diego for a 2-day intensive, that's an available option.

How much does it cost? +

Because every person needs something a little different, we'll talk specifics on the call once I understand what your goals are. I'll always be upfront — no surprise numbers, no sales pitch. To be fair, 1:1 coaching is an investment, because this is a custom program designed to give you results within the first couple of sessions.

How long until I see a difference? +

Most people feel a shift in how they approach the next high-stakes moment within the first few sessions — because we work on real, upcoming situations from day one. Lasting change comes from the reps, same as fitness: show up consistently and it compounds.

I'm not sure I'm "bad enough" to need coaching. +

You don't have to be in crisis. Plenty of people I work with are good — they just want to be ready for bigger rooms and not white-knuckle it. If something keeps pulling you toward getting better at this, that's reason enough. Book the call and we'll figure it out together.

"I don't think there are enough words to articulate how life-changing Jim's coaching calls have been for my growth. I've tried several speaking courses, online coaching and seminars — nothing comes close to this."

— Sade

Your next rep

Let's get you on your way to becoming a confident speaker.

Book a free Coaching Call. We'll talk about where you're stuck, and you'll leave with a clearer head whether or not we work together.

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