“I now feel equipped to write an effective speech and I have taken away some key strategies that I can use to present. Jodie’s presentation was informative, comprehensive and professionally presented. Thank you.”
Public Speaking Training
Gain the confidence to share your message with the world.
Public speaking is torture if your head’s not in the game.
Even with all the tools, techniques and resources, if you’re petrified, you’ll never deliver a great presentation.
My public speaking training in Wollongong will help you first get your head right and then layer in the skills you need to overcome your fear and anxiety around public speaking.
In a relaxed, friendly environment you’ll not only become a better presenter, you may just become a better person too.
Happy Clients:
Terrified and anxious
about public speaking or presenting?
It’s natural to feel uncomfortable when asked to speak in public. But if swimming with sharks really seems like a better option, it’s time to do something about it.
My Public Speaking Training will help you:
Gain confidence personally and professionally. Recognise your strengths and play to them. Develop your natural communication skills. Navigate stress, fear and self criticism. Learn to create and deliver a presentation. Increase audience engagement.
If fear of speaking has limited your opportunities, it’s now time to do something about it.
" Jodie’s Public Speaking Training exceeded all my expectations. Comprehensive, fun and highly effective... Thank you Jodie."
Chris Homer
Mayor, Shellharbour City Council
Public Speaking Training in Wollongong
Meet with Jodie
Thinking about public speaking training for yourself or your team? I offer one-on-one training sessions in Warilla or workshops for your team.
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Schedule your training
Once you've made a plan with Jodie, book in a date that works for you to secure your session and rest assured, it's all going to be OK. (I promise!)
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Speak Confidently
Not only will you have strategies and a fresh perspective on public speaking, you'll be more confident, motivated and inspiring others too.
20 Years Experience
With a Masters in Applied Positive psychology and hundreds of happy audiences, you’re in safe hands. I’ve been teaching public speaking skills for many years and know how to restore your confidence.
Real Care & Genuine Connections
With warmth and compassion I can relate to your anxiety. I’ll help you understand why your brain freaks out and how to navigate it better. You’ll walk away feeling empowered and inspired.
Playful & Adventurous
I love life and I want you to love yours too. If your confidence is holding you or your team back, I know I can help. When you shine, incredible things begin showing up in your life.
Public Speaking training with a difference
Public Speaking Training Feedback
Candidate, Animal Justice Party
“The Public Speaking course was not just an exceptional course, it was an exceptional experience. I enjoyed every minute of it! I gained a multitude of new skills and my confidence levels increased ten fold. I went away feeling like I could really capture and engage my audience in a way that I have not done before. Thank you Jodie, I can honestly say that this course was life changing!!”
Tina Hunt. Wollongong Cancer Council
The Amazing part was that even though. I was incredibly nervous I knew I could do it. Even more amazing was the fact that while i do not in any way see myself as a great public speaker (yet) I really enjoyed it!
– Louise Steffens
“Jodie was amazing in helping me get ready for pitching! Her support and coaching in getting my ideas from thought to paper then get them structured led to us winning our pitching contest. What she taught me now forms the foundation of how I approach pitching, and, putting ideas to paper.”
Chris Magiri, Founder. GenSpeak
“I learnt so much from your presentation and have taken many of the tips on board. The presentation was just amazing and I thoroughly enjoyed the style of presentation, which was very relaxed, informative and in a comfortable space.”
Alfred Chidembo. Ph. D. Founder. Aussie Books For Zim
“The Public Speaking course exceeded all my expectations. Comprehensive, fun and highly effective… Thank you Jodie.”
Chris Homer, Mayor. Shellharbour City Council
“I recently had the pleasure of experiencing both life coaching and speaking training sessions with Jodie Cooper, and it was a truly transformative journey. Jodie’s exceptional insights and positive approach during the life coaching sessions helped me overcome challenges and gain clarity on my goals. In the dynamic speaking training sessions, her expertise and tailored feedback significantly boosted my confidence and communication skills. Jodie’s passion for empowering others is evident in every aspect of her coaching and training. Her professionalism, warmth, and dedication create a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. I highly recommend Jodie Cooper for anyone seeking both transformative life coaching and impactful speaking training. Grateful for the positive impact on my personal and professional development! “
Tea Rundback, Invisible Disabilities Advocate
“I wanted to send you a big thank you for your fantastic workshop on a subject a lot of people dread … Public Speaking! You took the fear out of this process for me and I’ve already taken on board the various tips and tricks for successful speaking in the future.
Thank you for an engaging, fun, encouraging and helpful workshop – I totally recommend attending Jodie’s workshop if you want to conquer the fear … and turn it instead into a very positive experience!”
Jo Singletary, University of Wollongong
“I attended a course on public speaking with Jodie Cooper as our lecturer. It was an amazing day and she helped us all to feel more confident when confronted by an audience.
I can highly recommend Jodie. She gives a course that is clear and precise and one leaves with so much more confidence.
Thank you Jodie. I learnt so much from you. I definitely recommend doing this course if you are facing public speaking.”
Sally Mynhardt, Registered Nurse
“I started coaching sessions with Jodie for a bit of help with public speaking but our sessions quickly turned into what I can only describe as the best soul searching, growth and development coaching I could have ever dreamed of. Jodie goes above and beyond and is so well educated in her field of positive psychology and mindset that she was able to give me tools to initiate life-long change that I can apply to all areas of my life. She really has changed my outlook on life and I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.”
Debbie Bruce, Owner. Get Active Health Solutions
“I was gobsmacked! The room was set up in a manner that was welcoming and friendly, tables prepared with iced water and mints. Jodie was there to greet each of us as we entered, her friendly demeanor made us all feel very comfortable and welcomed. Jodie wasn’t your typical ‘corporate’ style presenter, if anything she presented as one of us and I liked that. Jodie’s style of presenting was calm and controlled, she listened intently as we shared our individual fears of presenting to an audience and reassured us all that at the end of the day, we would have the tools needed to overcome those fears. But I was still frightened, my heart raced as it approached my turn to present…I stood on the star in the middle of the room….I could hear my own heartbeat in my ear…but I took a deep breath and whispered to myself ‘You’ve got this’ I put in place everything that Jodie had taught us that day…and NAILED it! – The only thing to fear is fear itself. Thank you for your wisdom Jodie and for sharing your knowledge – you are a true inspiration.”
Eddie Boyle, Strategic Manager. Warrigal
“It was a really good session! I loved the balloons exercise for obvious reasons – it was hilarious. The way she explained positive psychology made a lot of sense to me and the way she connected the dots between positive psychology and public speaking was particularly helpful.”
Nicola. CanTeen Australia
“Jodie is a fantastic coach and trainer. Jodie recently helped to prepare for a presentation for a conference and I don’t know that I could have done it without her. She really helped me to break done the concepts into simple chunks, explain my story well and helped me to speak confidentially at the conference.”
Danica Vujic, Executive Assistant. Peoplecare
“Your Public Speaking course helped me to structure my speech really well. Everyone was laughing at the first line, which was my intention and made me feel at ease. I got them hook line and sinker! NO NOTES OR ANYTHING!! WOW! I felt so good!!”
Shaz Harrison-Shaw, CEO. Need-a-feed
“Public speaking is no ones favorite thing so I was nervous and unsure of what would be expected of me. I was pleasantly surprised. Jodie made it a safe and supportive environment and we were given permission to try and fail, but we all succeeded. It was a great experience and I would recommend this program to anyone and everyone. There is a sneaky bit of personal growth here so its worthwhile on so many levels.”
Tracey Wilson. University of Wollongong
“Jodie Cooper was instrumental in assisting us with word-smithing a presentation that Modfab was giving at an international conference. Her expert advice and coaching was invaluable!”
Heike Roberts, Education Director. Modfab Pty Ltd
“I loved the format and contents of this workshop. It’s taught me so much more than just preparing a presentation or speech. Jodie knows a lot and she is an amazing educator and speaker. I’m so glad I attended!”
Dorina Basurto, Wellness and Healing at Home
“Jodie has a very relatable style, and the workshop was fun and practical. Jodie is generous with her knowledge & I love all the different activities over the two days. Exceeded expectations big time!”
UOW Speaking with Confidence Participant
“Jodie is a fantastic presenter – engaging and knowledgeable. I learnt so much from her public speaking workshop and I’m excited to apply it in my day to day. If you are thinking of working with Jodie – do it!”
Ainslie Tweedie, iAccelerate Wollongong
“Having recently participated in the Public Speaking Workshop at UOW, it gave me an introduction to the skills and the courage to put what I learnt into practice with opportunities to speak in front of two audiences so far. Jodie’s sound knowledge and her personality were so beneficial to me and how I participated.”
Debbie Critcher, Student Services Officer. University of Wollongong