I was one of her very first clients when I took her two day speaker course approximately four years…read moreago. She is a very charismatic, fun, and very knowledgeable person. She made me feel much more comfortable with speaking in front of the other classmates. Thanks very much, Doris!

Doris' public speaking program is highly effective at increasing your confidence and speech…read moredelivery. She pushes each person, providing constructive feedback, great tips and a safe space to practice. Highly recommend!!

My daughter has been taking public speaking and debates class for couple of years now. It has been…read morean amazing experience for her. From the very first day, Larry created a fun and engaging environment where my daughter felt comfortable and confident participating. She loves to research the topics for her debates. Larry typically picks something that is current and interesting for his students. Larry is an exceptional teacher who truly has a gift for bringing out the best in each and every student. Under his guidance, my daughter has developed a strong sense of self-assurance in her public speaking abilities and honed her debate skills. Larry is extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter and has a unique ability to explain complex ideas in a way that is both engaging and easy for students to grasp. His dynamic teaching style, sense of humor, and high energy level make the lessons enjoyable and memorable for students. Recently my younger daughter started taking lessons with teacher Larry and the outcome has been the same, she can't wait for the next public speaking class.

From the owner: We are creating a culture that allows our students to learn and perform in a fun and creative…read moreenvironment, that will produce life long learners, captivating speakers and confident young leaders. Come and see what Parents and Students are saying about I SPEAK California.

I joined Public Speak Easy's 2 years ago and I'm very glad I did. This group is very welcoming, and…read moreeverybody is so approachable and fun to talk to. I feel more confident in my speaking abilities now, and it makes such a difference for me in my career. I'd highly recommend this club for beginners and shy speakers!

I joined this club in January 2017 after a very long academic struggle for public speaking. Not…read moreonly did I feel very welcomed initially but it was a safe space for me to make mistakes and grow. It's an extremely encouraging environment and very diverse as well.

Sam has been an incredible help in my career and in my personal life. She coaches with the perfect…read morecombination of empathy, intelligence, curiosity and pragmatism. Sam handles big and small: from communication in meetings and presentations to rethinking your career. Sam highlights what matters. She'll prompt you to think about big changes in achievable steps. If things get tough or you start to fall back into old patterns she'll help you recognize the pattern and move past it. She genuinely cares about the people she works with and it shows.

Sam has been a before and after for both my personal and professional life. Coming from another…read morecountry where English is not the first language has been somehow challenging, and I have struggled at communicating feedback, decisions, or stories because I felt very self-doubtful. After several sessions, I noticed that we weren't tackling specifically that, but many other aspects of how I talk, the words I use, why I say the things I say, among other things, that all indirectly were adding or affecting me in many other ways, but super related to my insecurities. Sam has helped me feel more confident with myself and with my inner voice (no pun intended). I have become more mindful of the words I use, in a natural way. I can't stress enough how much Sam has impacted me personally and professionally. So grateful to have met her!

Janet is an outstanding teacher with extensive experience in coaching non-native speakers who want…read moreto improve their language skills. She is quick to identify and understand your challenges during the trial class and designs personalized modules that cater to your specific needs. Janet is patient when correcting repetitive mistakes and provides constructive, consistent feedback. She is also flexible with scheduling, making it easier for you to find time for lessons. Beyond language skills, Janet is someone you'll enjoy getting to know. She is friendly, approachable, and genuinely interested in your life story. As a kind, honest, and easy-going person, she creates a comfortable learning environment. Throughout my time learning with Janet, I've gained a much better understanding of native speaker intonation and effective communication. My pronunciation has significantly improved after just a few months of coaching. I now comprehend the reasons behind my accents and am actively working to avoid reverting to my old habits, ensuring I deliver my messages more clearly. You will achieve remarkable results and gain a friend and mentor through her class!

I highly recommend Janet to any non-native speakers who would like to improve their American…read moreEnglish pronunciation and delivery, and speak with confidence. I had worked with Janet for two and half years. Her sessions are highly customized to the client's needs and interest. I've learned a lot from Janet. I'm happy to say I can now speak English much more fluently and native-like. I will surely keep improving my spoken English by applying the techniques I learned from Janet, such as linking, reduction, inflection. Janet is very knowledgeable and has a keen curiosity and continual desire to expand the breadth of her knowledge. We read articles on history, culture, science, etc. Our conversations were always interesting and inspiring. I look forward to working with her again in the future.

I like how this Toastmasters is run smoothly and efficiently…read more I think that everyone can gain immense knowledge and tools on how to improve one's public speaking, interpersonal, and communication skills by attending Toastmasters meetings.

We asked Arjun to speak at the New Museum Los Gatos for our new docent training program. The…read moreresponse was overwhelming. He gave our docents excellent tips and tools for them to enter our program successfully. He was an excellent communicator and personally acknowledged all participants, setting an excellent example for their future tours. I would highly recommend Arjun for any group or one on one training. We would be delighted and plan on asking him back for further training in our future program.

From the owner: I am an Executive Coach and teach Fortune 500 Leaders & Startup CEOs powerful speech and business…read morecommunication skills. Let's prep you for Investors, create an improvement plan for your workplace, and help you become a respected leader! Rated #1 Speech Coach in San Francisco by Thumbtack for 2015 and 2016

I worked with Surina for a number of years. What started out as "presentation training" evolved…read moreinto so much more than that; I would call it "executive training." Surina took the time to get to know me and my teammates well. She was able to understand our individual perspectives and how they effected our development as executives. She was able to help us understand how our words, mannerisms and tone combine to create an image that supports or detracts the message we want to impart to our audience. She was well prepared with new insights in each session. She was honest and thorough with feedback. I feel that my time with Surina helped to significantly enhance my interactions with clients, boards of directors, teammates and direct reports. Working with Surina was a great benefit to my career development.

Because of Surina's various audiences, she brings more than one perspective to the table. This is…read morehelpful not just for interviews, but for client pitches, crisis management and the lot. I can't say enough good things about Surina. She runs a professional shop with institutional quality yet puts her personal attention and touch to it. Well done. I recommend Dynamically Speaking with zero hesitation.

Joie is an incredibly coach. She is awesome. When you first meet with her, she has this brightness…read moreabout her. She immediately eases you. She has a great depth of knowledge and experience in what she does. She has great intuition. Her wisdom and clarity -she can zoom in what the issues are and works on them with you. She has so many tools and resources up her sleeve. My meetings with Joie were important in figuring out the root of my problems. Her experience with emotional intelligence, something I knew nothing about, is/was invaluable. Since I have met with her, I, still to this day, utilize the tools and insight she has given me. Thank you for always having a smile when we meet. Your kindness, your support and understanding - I appreciate you. You have made a difference in my path to healing.

She is a marvelous speech coach. She is my "go to" person when I have to prepare for a major…read morespeech, officiate a wedding or a funeral. She is soooo good at what she does. She has the ability to provide a stellar analysis of my speeches and offer of ways to improve them in remarkable ways. Her masterful advice and guidance calms me down which in turn enables me to make meaningful and powerful presentations. She even shows me how to modulate my breathing to make more impassioned and empowered speeches. A session with her is a gift that I give myself when I need to do a fabulous job!