Goddess Of Public Speaking has a unique approach to a traditionally scary subject: "public speaking".

Client testimonials

• Prior to starting with Geraldine, I felt very alone with my anxiety around public speaking in all situations. I felt I was a lost case as nobody I knew experienced the same degree of terror as me.
  
  From the first session with Geraldine, I was continually impressed by both her ability to understand my what happens for me in public speaking situations, and the effective tools and activities she has developed to address these issues and improve public speaking skills. I immediately began to feel understood and optimistic that I would gain control of my fears. 
  In addition, after every session I left with practical and relevant advice for improving all aspects of my life that relate to and impact on public speaking.
  
  I truly feel that conquering public speaking requires a holistic approach, and that Geraldine, with her vast depth of experience, was able to pinpoint the right methods for me. Highly recommended!"

  DOUGAL, SUFFOLK PARK

• I made that call to Geraldine as I realised that I was nervous speaking in group situations such as meetings and presentations and while I had an inner confidence with my work on an individual level- I was lacking that confidence with my peers particularly feeling that I was not coming across at my natural self. I also wanted a job that was really important to me. It was time to do something about it.
  
  I hated feeling sick with nerves when it came to my time to speak when underneath all that fear, I knew that I could do my job really well. I wanted to feel confident speaking to all people as I know that I am passionate about my work and when I trust myself I can speak from my heart. I sometimes avoided meetings and building professional relationships because of this fear of public speaking.
  
  I completed a course and a coaching program with Geraldine, practising what I learnt every week – her techniques are much broader than “just public speaking” - they are applicable to every day life. They made me look at myself and see the strengths and capacities that I already had but did not realise. It was challenging at times but in this process particularly when I was preparing for a job interview, Geraldine assisted me to take a huge mental leap. It was a shift that I did not know was possible. It was trusting in myself... that I had the answers and that I was in control of the situation instead of letting fear control me.
  
  The group work was fantastic, well facilitated and so encouraging as I was able to see positive aspects of myself and strengths in others in a safe and comfortable environment. I highly recommend this and if you are thinking - "oh that would be too confronting..." - I promise that you will walk away feeling happy and empowered. Geraldine's coaching will only build your confidence!
  
  From doing the coaching and group work, I decided to present a case study at a conference – previously, I would never have volunteered to do this! The feedback I got was amazing, ranging from “your presentation was the best”, “you are so confident” to “you should consider a career in public speaking!” I’m now doing more and more presentations to big groups with confidence and ease (a few natural nerves but no sick feelings anymore)! My belief about what I'm truly capable of has really expanded and guess what... I got that job of a lifetime!!!! Thank you Geraldine!!!!"

  A.D, SOCIAL WORKER

• Geraldine is so much more than the “goddess of public speaking”. She has an exceptional gift of being able to get to the core of her client and their business needs. In order to ascertain what it is that her client most needs, Geraldine peels one layer at the time until she finds the essence and then she guides her client to find a perfect solution for their needs in public speaking and in their business.
  
  went in thinking I would get some points on public speaking, but I got so much more from the sessions with Geraldine. She totally immersed herself in my needs and tailored the program to suit me and my business especially. Because Geraldine has a gift of being totally present and is a devoted listener, she gives so much of herself in order to help the person she is working with.
  
  In just three sessions Geraldine was able to know and understand me so deeply like no one else has been able to. Her power of perception is amazing and because of that she is able to see what her client's personal and business needs are and to work with them to achieve their goals."

  JENNY SIMON, FOUNDER, WWW.BYRONNATURESGIFT.COM.AU

• Shortly after experiencing sweaty palms, shortness of breath and a thumping heart during a 2 minute "introduce myself to the audience routine" at a local business breakfast, I met Geraldine Barkworth. Thank God!
  
  She introduced herself and gave me her business card. The breakfast finished and we all left to get on with our daily lives. That evening I entertained every excuse I could find not to do anything about my fear of speaking in public... BUT, I was not happy to ignore this fear anymore and let my pathetic excuses overrule.
  
  I made a commitment and went to see Geraldine. She explained how she could help and we got to it. There is a real process involved - there are techniques and exercises and it all works. Geraldine is an expert at what she does and she applies her craft in a very personalised, professional and thorough manner.
  
  In my business I am paid to negotiate and the skills that Geraldine helped me develop and hone have improved me as a professional negotiator and also as a person. I have been able to apply more purpose and display more confidence in my day to day activities.
  
  It's quite simple really, if you want to make a change in this area of your life you MUST go and see Geraldine Barkworth and be open to her help."

  HELEN HUNTLY-BARRATT, SENIOR SALES CONSULTANT, BYRON BAY FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE

• I began my journey with Geraldine at her public speaking women's retreat. The safety of this small group continued in the on-on–one coaching session with Geraldine over the year that followed. In her unique manner, Geraldine kept me focussed and on track to achieve the goals I had set for myself. The sessions are gentle, caring and completely without judgement so that you feel "safe" to explore the depths of your inner self. And, lets be honest, that is where we least like to go but really need to in order to move forward.
  
  I'll really miss my frank and fearless conversations with Geraldine and can only recommend that you embark on a personalised journey to be cool, calm and connected. "

  DAGMAR GANSER, INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE NATUROPATH, WWW.TRUEMEDICINE.COM.AU

• Confidence & Connection e-workbook is a wonderful and generous resource to refer back to. It brought greater awareness to what I was learning. Helpful for staying on track and practicing."

  EMELIA, NATURAL THERAPIST

• Thank you so much for the huge part you played in helping me to face my fears of public speaking and to understand that my audience wants to hear what I have to say as long as I give them what they want - connection. I can see now that speakers who rely on putting up a mask, rob their audience of the authentic experience of being with them. Thanks for that valuable lesson."

  ELISE WYNYARD, ART THERAPIST

• Geraldine Barkworth has coached me both in group training and individually. Her training has helped me learn to enjoy communicating my passion to others and really connecting with my audience. Pass the microphone thanks, I love any chance for public speaking now! I’ve had lots of positive feedback about my public speaking skills since training with Geraldine. I highly recommend you talk with Geraldine if you want to deliver your message in a way that people will hear."

  OLWEN ANDERSON, NUTRITIONIST- NATUROPATH, WWW.OLWENANDERSON.COM.AU

• Thankyou for the magic you helped me achieve. I overcame my "herd of dinosaurs" in my tummy and can now speak confidently and comfortably in public. It was a huge experience and learning curve to actually see myself on film talking to the group and be so at ease with it. Thankyou! Thankyou! Thankyou! I will be singing your praises far and wide for some time to come."

  SUE FIANDER, PARALEGAL

• It's no secret, I'm a big fan of yours and of this course - I do feel like I've changed a lot since starting and I AM, in fact, more cool, calm and confident than I've ever been in front of an audience or in my day to day. Thanks"

  CASSANDRA DODDS, DWELL BUILDING SERVICES