Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What makes the Outside Voice Collective approach to public speaking training different from traditional presentation coaching?
Traditional presentation coaching often focuses on techniques, formulas and creating a particular style of speaker. While these approaches can be useful, we believe great communication starts with understanding the individual.
At Outside Voice Collective, we help leaders and professionals develop a communication style that feels natural, confident and authentic to them.
Our public speaking training goes beyond simply improving presentation technique. We help people understand what holds them back, build confidence and develop the skills to communicate with clarity, credibility and impact without feeling like they need to become someone else.
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Who is your public speaking and leadership communication training designed for?
Our workshops are designed for executives, leaders, managers and professionals who want to communicate with greater confidence, clarity and influence.
This includes people who need to:
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Present strategic ideas to senior stakeholders
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Speak at events, conferences or panels
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Pitch ideas and influence decision-makers
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Lead high-pressure conversations
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Communicate during times of change
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Represent their organisation with confidence
Our approach is particularly valuable for people who are experts in their field but want to strengthen how they communicate their ideas and create greater impact.
You don’t need to consider yourself a “natural” public speaker. We work with people who have something important to say and want to develop the confidence and skills to say it effectively.
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What skills do you cover in your leadership communication and public speaking workshops?
Our public speaking and presentation skills workshops help leaders and professionals communicate with greater confidence, clarity and impact.
We focus on the practical skills needed to influence audiences, share ideas effectively and communicate authentically, whether presenting to a team, speaking at an event or contributing in high-stakes conversations.
We cover:
Building confidence and overcoming presentation nerves
Understanding the barriers that can hold people back from speaking with confidence, and developing practical techniques to manage nerves and feel more comfortable presenting.
Preparing and communicating with clarity
Learning how to shape ideas, prepare effectively and communicate key messages in a way that is focused, engaging and easy for audiences to understand.
Strategic storytelling and compelling presentations
Developing storytelling skills that help bring ideas to life, connect with audiences and create presentations that are memorable.
Executive presence and authentic delivery
Strengthening your communication style through greater awareness of voice, body language and presence, helping you communicate with confidence while remaining authentic.
Handling questions and speaking under pressure
Building the skills to think on your feet, respond to challenging questions and communicate effectively in unexpected situations.
Developing long-term communication skills
Using feedback and reflection to build sustainable habits that continue beyond the workshop.
Our approach is practical, personalised and designed for real-world situations. We don’t believe confident communication is about becoming a different type of speaker. We help people understand their strengths, develop their own style and communicate in a way that feels natural and impactful.
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What outcomes can participants expect from your workshops and how do you measure success?
Our workshops are designed to create lasting improvements in how people communicate, not just help them deliver a better presentation on the day.
Participants typically leave with:
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Greater confidence when speaking in front of others
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A clearer understanding of their communication style and strengths
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Practical tools to structure ideas and tell more compelling stories
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Increased awareness of their voice, body language and presence
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More confidence handling questions and high-pressure conversations
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A stronger ability to communicate with authenticity and influence
We measure success through practical application, reflection and feedback throughout the workshop. Participants practise real scenarios, receive constructive feedback and identify specific actions they can take into their day-to-day roles.
For organisations, we work with you to understand your objectives and define what success looks like, whether that is building confidence across a leadership cohort, strengthening presentation skills, improving stakeholder communication or supporting people to have greater impact in their roles.
The goal is not simply to create more polished presenters. It is to help people become more confident, effective communicators who can share their ideas and influence others.
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Who facilitates the workshops at Outside Voice Collective?
Every workshop is delivered directly by our two founding coaches, combining over 40 years of experience across senior leadership, coaching, organisational development and complex stakeholder environments.
Yatin Mistry is an accredited leadership coach, certified NLP practitioner and mindfulness teacher. Before moving into coaching, he spent a decade as an Agile IT consultant in London, supporting complex, multi-stakeholder work with organisations including the Home Office, BAE Systems and Network Rail. His work focuses on helping leaders develop greater self-awareness, confidence and clarity.
Susie Cuthill is a facilitator, certified coach and senior leader with over 20 years’ experience developing people, partnerships and high-performing teams across the charity and social impact sector. Her previous roles include CEO of The Proud Trust and senior leadership positions at The King’s Trust, where she led major partnerships and worked with diverse audiences to turn complex ideas into clear messages that drive action.
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What options do you provide for communication workshops, and what is the investment?
We offer tailored, in-person public speaking and presentation skills workshops designed for organisations looking to strengthen how their teams communicate in important moments.
One-Day Workshop
A focused, practical session tailored to your organisation's context. Includes individual practice, feedback and tools participants can use immediately.
Investment: £3,300 + VAT
Two-Day Extended Workshop
A deeper programme allowing more time for practice, feedback and applying skills to real workplace scenarios.
Investment: £4,800 + VAT
We can also explore bespoke options depending on your organisation's needs.
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Can your workshops be delivered online or adapted to suit different needs?
Yes. While our workshops are designed to be highly interactive and engaging in person, we understand that every organisation has different needs, schedules and ways of working.
We can explore bespoke options including online delivery, shorter sessions, extended programmes or tailored content designed around your team's specific challenges and objectives.
We work with organisations to create the right format, ensuring the experience remains practical, engaging and relevant, whatever the delivery approach.
If you'd like to discuss what would work best for your organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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How do your programmes help leaders overcome self-limiting beliefs and imposter syndrome?
Many experienced leaders struggle with self-doubt, especially when stepping into bigger roles, presenting to senior audiences or navigating high-pressure situations.
Our programmes help leaders understand the internal barriers that can affect confidence and communication, and develop practical ways to move through them.
We explore:
Recognising the thoughts that hold you back
Helping leaders identify assumptions and internal narratives that can limit confidence, such as feeling they need to be perfect or believing they are not the right person to speak up.
Building a more confident mindset
Developing the ability to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and build greater confidence in how you communicate and show up.
Understanding your inner critic
Exploring the thoughts that appear under pressure and learning how to manage them rather than letting them define your performance.
Recognising your strengths and evidence of success
Building confidence based on real experiences, achievements and moments where you have communicated effectively.
The goal is not to remove nerves or uncertainty completely. It is to develop the self-belief and communication skills to lead, present and speak with greater confidence.
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How do you ensure your communication and presentation skills workshops are inclusive?
We believe confident communication doesn't look the same for everyone.
Our inclusive approach to communication training recognises that there is no single "right" way to present, lead or use your voice. Great communicators are people who understand their strengths, connect with their audience and communicate in a way that feels authentic to them.
Both Susie and Yatin have extensive experience working with diverse groups, supporting people from different backgrounds and perspectives to build confidence and strengthen their communication skills.
We create supportive and challenging spaces where people feel able to participate, experiment and grow. We also work with organisations to understand accessibility needs and make appropriate adaptations to the format, materials, pace or activities.
Our aim is to create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, develop their skills and be heard.
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Do you offer individual coaching alongside your workshops?
Yes. Alongside our group workshops, we offer individual coaching for leaders who want more personalised support with their communication style, confidence and executive presence.
This can be particularly valuable for people preparing for a major presentation, stepping into a bigger role or wanting to strengthen how they influence and communicate at senior levels.
Ready to help your team communicate with more confidence?
Every organisation and every group is different. Whether you're looking to develop stronger presenters, support emerging leaders or help experienced professionals communicate with greater clarity and impact, we can work with you to design the right approach. If you'd like to explore how Outside Voice Collective could support your team, get in touch for an informal conversation