Communications and Marketing
Public Speaking
Deliver clear, confident presentations. Build structure, manage nerves and hold your audience's attention.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
All levels
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Private / bespoke course
Select a date that suits you or your team.
Content fully customised. We'll quote based on group size, location and any bespoke material you'd like covered.
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Who this course is for
This course is for professionals at any level who present in meetings, pitches or conferences and want to speak more confidently and clearly — including managers, specialists and sales teams who need to structure talks effectively, manage nerves and engage audiences with authority.
Prerequisites
No prior experience needed.
What you'll learn
Understanding what makes a compelling speaker, enabling you to communicate ideas with clarity, confidence and genuine connection.
How to define your purpose and message clearly, empowering you to deliver persuasive speeches that leave a lasting impression.
Developing storytelling techniques that captivate audiences, helping you build narratives that inform, inspire and motivate action.
Learning how to control your voice, breath and body language, enabling you to hold attention and express confidence naturally.
Understanding how to manage nerves and perform under pressure, helping you appear calm, credible and in command.
How to adapt your style to different business or professional contexts, empowering you to present confidently in any setting.
Developing structured thinking and concise delivery, helping you communicate key points effectively in meetings and client presentations.
How to reflect on your recorded performance constructively, enabling you to identify strengths and make continual improvements in your role.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Structuring your speech
- Understanding what makes a compelling public speaker
- Clarifying your objectives and desired outcomes
- Analysing your audience and their expectations
- Defining your key message with clarity and focus
- Organising ideas into a clear and memorable structure
- Discovering and shaping your personal speaking style
- Identifying strengths and recognising areas for improvement
Developing your story
- Generating ideas quickly and creatively
- Building a logical flow that keeps attention
- Creating openings that capture immediate interest
- Crafting purposeful and lasting conclusions
- Keeping your audience engaged through storytelling and example
- Using language, rhythm and imagery to create vivid impact
Finding your authentic voice
- Developing breath control and vocal strength
- Projecting your voice with clarity and confidence
- Using tone, rhythm and emphasis to maintain interest
- Creating presence through pace and pause
- Connecting genuinely with your audience through eye contact and sincerity
Speaking with confidence
- Managing nerves and speaking confidently under pressure
- Using posture, gesture and expression naturally
- Reading and responding to audience reactions
- Adapting your delivery to suit audience size, context and culture
- Handling questions or interruptions with confidence and composure
Presenting in a business context
- Clarifying your presentation objectives
- Identifying audience needs and expectations
- Structuring your presentation to meet business or client goals
- Choosing appropriate visual aids and knowing when to use them
- Using visual materials with professionalism and restraint
- Communicating complex information clearly and persuasively
- Practising concise delivery for time-sensitive situations
Delivering and refining your performance
- Preparing and rehearsing effectively for public and business settings
- Managing your space, presence and energy during delivery
- Recording and reviewing your performances to assess progress
- Identifying your strengths and areas for further improvement
- Applying constructive feedback to develop long-term confidence
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this Public Speaking course suitable for me?
This course is ideal for anyone looking to communicate with greater clarity, confidence and impact. Whether you're a professional pitching to clients, a team leader presenting to their team or someone who simply wants to overcome nerves when speaking publicly, our Public Speaking course will help. With our help, you'll learn to refine your storytelling, engage audiences more effectively and deliver polished presentations under pressure. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to learn and grow as a speaker.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Public Speaking course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Public Speaking course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
How is the content taught throughout the Public Speaking course?
Our Public Speaking course is extremely interactive. You will be practising your public speaking skills throughout the day, under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Public Speaking course?
For private classes in Public Speaking, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Public Speaking course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials.
What support is available after I attend the Public Speaking course?
We offer ongoing support to our Public Speaking course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Reviews
Just finished a bespoke course in Photoshop and AI. Learned an awful lot. My trainer was very knowledgeable and was very happy to answer lots of questions that I had throughout. Highly recommend.
Rachel P — June 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course.
Quadrotech — June 2026
The trainer was excellent. He kept the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get clarifications. The pleasant office is well situated, so easy to find and get to.
UNICEF — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Our trainer shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples.
Adobe — June 2026
The training was great, thank you. My trainer was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with new knowledge and skills. And thanks for sending the materials across.
Live Union — June 2026
Our trainer was great. Very knowledgeable and also flexible with adjusting to our very specific questions and scenarios. I learned loads and look forward to using my new Figma skills.
Adobe — June 2026
One of the better training sessions I've had in years. I highly recommend anyone who wants to learn more about Figma, but also any other Adobe Creative Cloud application, to take courses here.
Adobe — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.
Hannah Griffiths — June 2026
First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
MOD — June 2026
We found the course very useful and wished that we had more time. I was really impressed by our trainer's expertise in software that's being updated very frequently.
Baillie Gifford — May 2026
Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.
NVIDIA — May 2026
Excellent training session with a knowledgeable instructor.
Gallagher — May 2026
Great course! Instructor went at a good pace and broke down complex functions into simple steps.
Adam W — May 2026
The trainer's knowledge was very strong and he was able to answer all my questions. Admin staff were very friendly and helpful.
VCCP — May 2026
Very helpful, informative training. Relaxed atmosphere and felt very comfortable asking questions.
The White Company — May 2026
Our trainer was very approachable and knowledgeable.
Bond Pearce — May 2026
Learnt so much - great training! Thank you
John R — May 2026
Probably the best course I have been on. Very thorough and entertaining.
Cancer Research UK — May 2026
10/10. Incredible knowledge, AMAZING hints and tips - Tony is a game changer, made everything so simple to understand but taught us so much that will really change the way we present!
Broadwick Studio — May 2026
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