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At the crucial point in your career, your success lies largely in how you present yourself and your brilliant ideas – as an entrepreneur, self-employed person or manager.
I will show you how to improve your presentation skills and communication with exclusive training and how to present yourself with confidence. Benefit from > 20 years of experience in large consultancies.
And the doubts are working in you?
It would be a dream if everything were so much easier…
Isabel contacted me because she always felt uncomfortable speaking in front of groups. Being the centre of attention wasn’t really her thing. However, as it was always necessary in her job, she decided to make a change. We worked on her public speaking skills in almost 5 sessions and in the end she even had a little bit of fun when she stood in front of groups and was able to present her topics.
I recently completed a coaching session with Barbara to improve my presentation skills. I was often nervous and insecure in front of an audience and my presentations didn't come across as professional. Thanks to Barbara's coaching, I have learnt to present myself more calmly, confidently and professionally. She gave me lots of helpful tips and tricks that I was able to put into practice straight away. I found the exercises on breathing techniques and body language and the feedback on my presentation exercises particularly helpful. And of course Barbara's patient and humorous approach to things - we laughed a lot ;). The sessions definitely paid off for me and I can absolutely recommend Barbara!
Let me introduce myself:
Two decades at top companies such as PwC, EY and KPMG not only taught me how to prepare proposals. In particular, I learnt what exactly convinces and how to inspire. I led teams that landed numerous major contracts.
Over the last ten years, I have focussed on igniting the fire of presentation skills in my colleagues. Insecurity was yesterday. With specially developed training/workshop concepts and personal coaching sessions, I transformed timid speakers into genuine artists of persuasion.
Last year, I added to my expertise with further training in storytelling, video creation, virtual presentations and, most recently, as a trainer.
So I’m more than ready to revolutionise your performances both offline and virtually. And to ensure that your presentations bring both applause and real results.
If you want to take your expertise to the next level, now is the time to act. Come into the change – it will only get better.
I’ll show you how to reach your audience with confidence. And also how to keep them hanging on your every word and leave a lasting impression.
Decades in project management have left their mark. Every project is planned in detail and the goal is precisely defined. Coupled with flexibility and agility, your offer is on schedule.
My creativity surprises many people. Ideas and out-of-the-box thinking are often the missing spice for offers. A grain that makes your offer or presentation special and successful.
Especially when things get stressful or you are personally very committed, it is important to have a good sense of tact when working together. Motivation and humour are qualities that make me stand out.
I had the pleasure of meeting Ramona Schwarz when she was preparing for a major event with over 250 women – The Female Innovation Forum hosted by the Swiss Network Ladies Drive. She had been nominated for the Design Award, which she went on to win. In several sessions, we worked together on the short pitch for her product, a menstrual cup.
In the end, she was a happy and satisfied winner – and not just of the award.
Barbara prepared me for a major event in her training and I am delighted with the results! Despite the short time available, she helped me with specific, effective tips that I was able to implement immediately. With her friendly and motivating manner, she not only raised my presentation to a new level, but also gave me the courage to step out of my comfort zone. Thanks to Barbara, I was able to present myself confidently and convincingly. I can recommend her to anyone who wants to prepare for presentations professionally and authentically!
I combine the best of different worlds for you – both proven presentation expertise and the knowledge of which points really lead to success.
Using tried-and-tested methods and tools, I will guide you safely through the analogue and digital jungle to your presentation in person or virtually. And in a structured, planned way.
The following 3 stages show you the most important topics that we will work on together to gradually achieve your goal.
Targeted analysis of your current or future challenge(s).
Do you currently have an important presentation planned, a crucial pitch to an investor, a job interview or are you presenting projects again and again?
The first steps to strengthen your performance skills
Depending on the objective, further training courses will follow in order to further apply and memorise the knowledge acquired. The following is an excerpt of possible areas of work:
Coaching with Barbara is transformative and highly valuable! Her expertise led to many aha moments, especially regarding my public image and communication. We explored gender-specific communication styles and escalation techniques, and a highlight was developing my personal signature story. Barbara’s guidance was professional and sensitive, helping me craft a story that is both authentic and impactful. I now feel much more confident in my presence. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to improve their communication skills!
This session was extremely fruitful and useful as it raised awareness that we can / have room to improve our presentation skills.
A “warm thank you and applause” to you for taking the time to organize, prepare and facilitate the training and the exercises.
As discussed during the conclusion of our session, and endorsed by others, a one-off session would not be enough if we want to behave more spontaneously and bring more impact during client presentations.
Thank you again !
I attended her presentation training and came out as a different person.
She will use, simple techniques to trim you as a presenter and eventually you will use these techniques without even consciously choosing them.
I strongly recommend her trainings to become a natural presenter.
Thank you and good luck with your new venture!
What else is worth knowing:
From C-level executives and middle managers to entrepreneurs and anyone who wants to optimise their presentation skills in person and online.
Especially in the current business environment, where there are more and more offers and competition, it is all the more important to stand out with impressive presentations.
But of course also those who want to increase their chances of promotion or in the application process with an outstanding presentation.
My unique combination of knowledge of communication consulting in the corporate world, personal appearance expertise and decades of consulting services form a strong foundation.
In training sessions, I not only rely on a well-thought-out mix of theory, but also on practice-oriented exercises that are always enriched with a pinch of humour.
My trademark is my personalised approach, especially in one-to-one coaching sessions, where I leave each coachee to develop their own individual personality.
I do not offer off-the-peg counselling, but always adapt the collaboration to the challenges of my clients.
The biggest hurdle is certainly the issue of time. One fits all’ may save time, but it is not necessarily successful, as the addressee quickly realises this.
It is important to focus the available time correctly. The right tools generate high efficiency. In addition, my clients benefit from my neutral view, which uncovers blind spots.
Then there is the classic fear of public speaking during presentations and appearances. Coupled with insecurity regarding posture and gestures, as well as the need to appear competent and confident.
Many people juggle this with the fear of how they will be perceived by others. Fear of being judged by others plays a central role here, which is why intensive communication training and mindset work is necessary to overcome these barriers.
Even if it is tempting, I do not recommend reaching into the drawer to recycle the last slides.
The customer/addressee will sense whether this is a standardised, off-the-peg presentation or one that has been tailored to them. Going the extra mile pays off and significantly increases the chances of success.
This is a universal principle: people buy from people. This is because no AI, however advanced it may be, can replace the human charisma that makes a lasting impression on the other person in presentations and speeches.
Due to digitalisation and the rise of virtual meetings, many of us are unfortunately a little rusty in the art of direct communication.
We often hide behind screens, but true persuasiveness only really unfolds when our entire being, including our body and our rhetoric, actively participates in the conversation.
People long for authentic communication. This allows us to really convince the other person and possibly even influence a decision significantly.
We start by defining your challenge and goal together.
For presentations, your status quo and your desired goal are important. My experience shows that every coachee has their own challenges. From speech anxiety and stage fright to more specialised topics such as storytelling or quickly building confidence when dealing with others.
Together we develop a customised plan.
Pitch training sessions benefit from practical exercises that allow me to gain insight into your specific needs, building on our subsequent sessions to achieve the desired outcome.
The sustainable impact of the collaboration is my priority.
For offers, it goes beyond winning an order. Showing my customers what adjustments they can make, what needs to be considered and simply bringing a breath of fresh air into the process. Some of my questions have already turned one-way streets into multi-lane motorways.
When it comes to pitches, my clients are more confident and relaxed with their presentations. Just recently, a coachee proudly told me about her success, how she was able to present confidently to over 100 people thanks to her newly acquired self-confidence.
That is the added value of my presentation coaching! It is impressive when coachees perform with routine and persuasiveness, with videos often serving as vivid before-and-after comparisons.
Just an excerpt, but if you want to know more, let’s talk.
In spring, an exciting journey began with Eveline Käppeli-Karrer and two other homestaging ladies. Together, we prepared their Homestaging pitches from scratch: analyzing the audience, defining their unique selling points, writing a powerful script, and countless rehearsals with signature storytelling sessions. In the end, these three women captivated the audience – and the applause was well-deserved!
We (two colleagues and I) hired Barbara to prepare us for a presentation at a symposium. As we all had little experience in this area, we were looking for professional support - and Barbara was the perfect choice! With her open and humorous manner, she guided us step by step through all the important elements and accompanied us on our way to the stage. Thanks to her support, we successfully mastered our performance. I can only warmly recommend Barbara and would use her again at any time for further projects. Thank you Barbara, for your great help!
