Testimonials

Miriam is a talented and supportive speaking coach. She helped me tap into my connection to what I wanted to say, and to say it in a way that was more engaging. She taught me how to streamline and liven up my PowerPoint slides, and encouraged me and listened in a way that made me feel more comfortable than I ever have with public speaking. Most importantly, Miriam helped me shift my focus from worrying about what people would think of me to feeling excited about what I wanted to share. I can't recommend her highly enough – she's terrific!
M.J. Mazzotta PhD
Environmental and Natural Resource Economist, EPA

My sincere appreciation for all your preparation and wonderful delivery on mastering presentations. The exercises were challenging and invigorating! Any time you can keep a group like ours engaged without a break, and I do mean ALL were engaged, it says much about your preparedness and value of the program. Thank you!
Gary Monti
VP of Engineering
Business Innovation Group
BT Global Services

I was confident in my speaking and presentation skills. I had been presenting for 20 years, so I was circumspect when my boss pointed me to work with Miriam. I did not realize that I was creating my own glass ceiling by the limits I was putting on myself and my approach to speaking/presentations. There were no gimmicks, but there was magic in working with Miriam. The results were powerful. As a result of working with Miriam, I broke through that glass ceiling and was promoted. I see speaking and presentations in an entirely different way and have thoroughly revised my approach which is measurably more impactful and compelling. I am excited about the connection I can have with audiences through speaking and presenting now. I more than highly recommend Miriam, especially to those of us in the corporate world who do not think we need it.
Mark Stadtmueller
Solutions Director
Unified Communications, US & Canada
BT Global Services

"I sought Speaking Mastery's help in improving my public speaking skills and capabilities. Using the techniques Miriam taught me I now have a stronger, clearer, sharper voice, am breathing more efficiently, and am able to speak longer without tiring. Additionally, I have a renewed sense of self assurance and deliver my material with more confidence. I highly recommend Speaking Mastery to anyone who desires to improve their public speaking and presentation skills."
William T. Giannini
Assistant Chief of Operations (retired),
Providence, RI Fire Department
President, Global Training, LLC

"My fear of public speaking was so overwhelming that I was definitely self-limiting my ability to advance my career. As a senior leader in a multi billion dollar organization, it is critically important that I convey a high level self-confidence in front of large groups. Miriam Goldsmith helped me achieve what I thought was unachievable. She helped me find my voice, overcome my intense anxiety and build more confidence around the art of public speaking. Additionally, she taught me invaluable communication skills that I use everyday to be more effective in every aspect of corporate culture. I am so thankful to have her as a mentor and coach supporting my career and my life goals."
- Francine DellaBadia Sr. Vice President, COACH Inc.

"Following a recent management presentation, I realized how far I have come in my style and skill level since you began coaching me early this year. From structuring ideas to delivering my material, my level of poise, self assurance, and positive feedback received has made presenting a joy. You have helped me to achieve a level of personal comfort and professional confidence that I would never have thought possible a year ago. Many thanks to you, Miriam."
- Paul Martineau, President, The Employers Association

"Once again I wanted to thank you for providing all of us with such a wonderful opportunity. I have become a true study and observer of people, their body language, and their personalities. It is simply amazing to me that during conversations and meetings that I have this sense of clarity that I have never had before. I can read and telegraph the direction of a meeting or conversation very quickly. This has empowered me to be more confident and to be able to manage and overcome distractions so that I can be more effective with my speaking. The one way I can explain it is when I saw the Grand Canyon for the first time. The size and expanse....my whole being and mind feels this way. All I can say is unbeleivable!! I never thought this was a way to become a better speaker and communicator. I truly feel that you have taken me to another level. Thank you!"
- Jim Beaulieu, Director, Pharmacy Clinical Services, Lifespan