“ … You proved yourself a true professional from the first day we worked together. You had reviewed tapes of my speeches and a debate before meeting me. We had thirty minutes to go before the next debate. In that time you summarised your observations and gave me three suggestions for improvement in my delivery. I incorporated your suggestions and immediately noticed a difference. I particularly want to commend you on your ability to work under pressure, for your patience and your ability to work with my communications staff. You became a member of the team instantly and your observations on messaging were incredibly helpful. We often worked together in less than ideal situations – a hotel lobby, a taxi, a kitchen, a room full of people – yet you remained calm, focused and pleasant.
If you can work successfully under the pressure of a leadership campaign surrounded by political pundits, I believe you are the best in your field!”
I hired Sheelagh to prepare the entire executive team for a an upcoming business review with the global CEO (including myself). The feedback regarding her services was exceptional and the increased confidence and technique of each presenter was obvious. She is professional, dedicated and develops a positive relationship with her clients. An excellent voice and presentations skills
coach.
Sheelagh McNamara works magic! I knew that improving my communication skills would help me create a stronger emotional connection with my audience and increase my effectiveness as a leader. Over 6 weeks Sheelagh helped transform my presentation style. As a result, the international presentation for which I was preparing was a huge success. I had more people than I can count
approach me afterward to tell me that they were inspired, and my speech was the highest rated of a 2-day conference. In addition, Sheelagh’s coaching has helped me create a more effective style in more informal communications situations, even one-on-one meetings. I couldn’t be more pleased with the return on my investment, and I recommend her highly to anyone who wants to increase their influence.
“Working with Sheelagh McNamara is intensely personal. She has the rare ability to identify and heighten one’s unique voice and presence–a distinct advantage.”
Sheelagh has a ‘third eye’ which enables her to see room for improvement and to make those 2mm adjustments which take a performance from good to great to brilliant. As someone who spends a lot of time on her feet I thought I was reasonable good at it. What I realised was that there is another level of opportunity to ‘up my game’. Love her insight, love her approach and trust her
advice. No better coach …
As CEO of an International business with operations across 12 countries I have for many years presented to all types of audiences. I was introduced to Sheelagh McNamara as someone with the credentials and a proven track record with many
senior executives and politicians. When I first met Sheelagh I had a reasonably high level of scepticism. I thought I had done enough presentations over the years to believe Sheelagh could not teach me much. I was wrong. Any scepticism I had vanished within the first 10 minutes of meeting Sheelagh. I would encourage any CEO to improve their presentation skills through training
and I would recommend Sheelagh for that role.
“The most valuable training I have ever spent with anyone in the presentation field. I found your insight, suggestions and training to be extremely valuable.”
“As the corporate spokesperson and Director of Communications for a publicly traded company, I required the specific services of a voice and presentations specialist to prepare my CEO and myself for television and public appearances. Sheelagh’s expertise, professionalism and grasp of our needs was inimitable. If your goal is to improve the quality and communication of your corporate message I highly recommend that you work with Sheelagh.”