Speak & Empower
Master Public Speaking & Storytelling to Inspire, Influence, and Lead with Impact
Speak & Empower
Our flagship leadership and communication program designed to help executives, founders, and thought leaders speak with confidence, inspire action, and build influence—whether in meetings, on stage, or online.
Speak & Empower is for you if you are:
Leaders, VPs/ Directors, and Senior Managers
Build executive presence to stand out. Distinguish yourself with a communication style that clearly conveys your value and vision, in the boardroom, online, or on stage.
Empower your teams and the people you lead.
Entrepreneurs, Owners, Founders & CEOs
Master public speaking, storytelling, investor pitching, and media training to take your brand and business to the next level.
Stand out, engage key stakeholders with confidence, and transform as leaders.
Coaches, Consultants, MCs & Content Creators
Transform into powerful communicators and storytellers who articulate a compelling vision and mission.
Engage, uplift, inspire, and motivate any audience with confidence and poise.
Unlock your full potential by mastering the art of powerful communication.
Unlock Your Voice. Unleash Your Superpowers.
Learn the secrets of world-class communicators.
In today’s world, the most powerful and effective leaders aren’t just experts in their fields—they are master communicators.
🚀 Are you ready to Master the Transformational Skills to
Speak with confidence in high-stakes meetings, boardrooms, or on stage?
Deliver investor pitches, sales presentations, or keynotes that truly inspire action?
Show up with authenticity and authority in front of an audience—whether online or in person?
Build thought leadership that expands your influence and attracts new opportunities?
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Build executive Presence & Influence: Communicate with clarity and confidence in high-stakes meetings, boardrooms, and media appearances.
Influential Communication: Master the art of storytelling and impactful presentations to inspire and lead with confidence.
Handle Difficult Conversations: Navigate high-pressure conversations, feedback, and negotiations with authority and empathy.
Build Thought Leadership: Position yourself as a trusted industry voice through keynotes, panels, and written content.
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Master the Startup Pitch: Deliver compelling investor pitches and attract funding.
Storytelling for Growth: Craft a compelling brand story that attracts customers, partners, and talent.
Speak with Confidence: Overcome stage fright, think on your feet, and own the room.
Build Visibility & Influence: Leverage media, speaking engagements, and social media to build credibility.
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Own Your Voice: find your authentic voice, and communicate with confidence across platforms.
Captivate Audiences: Master stage presence, pacing, and audience engagement.
Monetize Your Message: Turn your speaking skills into revenue through keynotes, courses, and content.
Thought Leadership: Build a deep bench of content and powerful personal brands to attract new opportunities
Participants leave with our Core Curriculum around Public speaking and Story-telling
Speaking is grounded in body and presence of mind, leads from the heart, and speaks into the spirit of shared humanity.
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Presence of mind: renegotiate your relationship with fear, and unlock your charismatic confidence from within
Learn techniques to transform anxiety and nerves into gratitude and excitement before a talk
Access flow state: embrace the mindset and decode neuroscience of world-class speakers
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Learn vocal warm-up techniques: freeing your authentic voice
Learn vocal power and projection—volume, pacing—rate of speech, and vocal variety—intonation, pitch, melody, and timber
Unlock your vocal DNA & introduction to vocal archetypes: craft your speaking style suited for any given context
Talk tool: Connection
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Why stories captivate audiences: The DOSE effect (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphins)
The Hero’s Journey & proven TED-style storytelling frameworks
Develop a story bank: collect purpose, leadership, and customer stories
Talk tools: Humor, Revelation
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Body language, gestures, and non-verbal communication: learn to harness non-verbal cues to project competence.
How to speak with conviction and authority
From the boardroom to panel and podium: techniques to handle Q&A, objections, and difficult conversations in high-stakes environments
Talk tools: Explanation, Persuasion
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Participants pick from their story bank of purpose, leadership, and customer stories to develop toward a TED-style keynote or “Big Idea” talk
For founders working on their pitch, or senior leaders in corporations, they can also opt to create story-driven presentations about their company / product idea
Best practices: how to design simple yet powerful visuals and slides
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• Craft Your Signature Message: Develop a unique, memorable speaker brand that aligns with your expertise and audience.
• Get Booked & Monetize Your Voice: Secure speaking engagements, build influence, and create revenue opportunities.
• Expand Your Visibility: Leverage LinkedIn, YouTube, and podcasts to grow your audience beyond the stage.
• Elevate Your Digital Presence: Create a compelling speaker bio, website, and promo materials that make you stand out.
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Live speaker showcase + expert feedback: participants prepare their final talk or presentation to deliver in front of an audience.
Virtual showcase or in-person event, depending on the cohort; community sharing, feedback, & networking
Next steps: speaking opportunities and advanced tracks
The Big Idea TED-style talk
A transformational in-person experience for Speak & Empower participants.
Participants deliver their “Big Idea” TED-style talk in front of an audience.
The talk will be recorded live.
Location
Held in Saigon/Dalat/Bali, Paris/Lisbon/Bordeaux as a destination retreat for an immersive weekend experience of learning & transformation (additional cost)
Online/virtual showcase for remote participants who cannot travel*.
* The retreat programs are being built based on your interest and co-creation with us. Please indicate in your application form if you are interested.
Testimonials - Success Stories
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"Henry was my leadership and communication coach for two months. We primarily worked on project management, establishing OKRs, KPIs, communication skills, and the ability to prioritize projects that have the most impact for my career and for the organization. I appreciated Henry’s expertise in content marketing and storytelling, coupled with his insights as both an empathetic leader and a coach. He empowered me to ask critical questions for both my holistic career/ personal development and making an impact on the business."
George Mack, Content Marketing Manager, Check Point Technologies
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"One of the first things Henry encouraged me to do was to dive deep into my 'why.' It was a transformative moment in our partnership because my ‘why’ took many formations, and I greatly appreciated Henry's flexibility in adapting to these shifts. With a clear understanding of my purpose, we then focused on the 'how.' Henry's coaching style was what I needed to thrive. His positivity and support served as a constant source of inspiration, leaving me excited to put my newfound knowledge into practice after every session. He provided a nurturing and judgment-free space for me to ask questions, explore new ideas, and even be vulnerable when necessary. His wealth of knowledge and expertise is invaluable."
Rachel Ambroziak, Associate Director, Talent Attraction, Blueprint Medicines
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“Henry was my public speaking and communication coach for 3 months. During our time together, Henry coached me on various powerful storytelling and presentation techniques, such as the storytelling arc, methods to warm up my voice, and tips on how to engage the audience in my presentations at work. I appreciated the way Henry constantly encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and put these newly acquired skills into practice.”
Jeren Browning, Digital Group Lead, Idaho National Laboratory
