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I have coached clients for television appearances on:

"The tools I learned from Gillien Goll allow me to present my material with confidence. The results have been immediate and effective." --Eric Levin, HBO

• The Oprah Winfrey Show
• Good Morning, America
• Good Day, New York
• MTV
• Court TV
• CBS Morning Edition (The Early Show)
• Various other news broadcasts

PUBLIC SPEAKING AND PRESENTATION SKILLS:
I developed this program working with actors to overcome stage fright.  The process was so effective and worked so well in the acting arena, I began to get inquiries from business professionals asking if I could help them as well.  What I did not know at the time was that the terror of public speaking is and remains the number one fear in the USA.

In the business and corporate world, I observed that business professionals often lacked certain skills that come naturally through acting training: the ability to communicate information and to be at ease in front of an audience.  Once effective communication skills were acquired, the fears greatly diminished or vanished altogether.

Adapting techniques I devised coaching actors, I developed methods giving people tools they need to succeed in presenting themselves to the world.
And it works.

"Two weeks after taking Gillien Goll's Public Speaking course, I had to present to 75 people, and did great!" --C. C., Ph.D., Psychologist

For starters:

Because many enter this arena with trepidation, we begin in a safe and comfortable environment.

Most speakers get themselves into trouble when, feeling they have to act the part of the speaker, they are not being themselves.  This contributes to paralyzing fear. When you try to be someone you are not, it feels artificial and uncomfortable. And it is ultimately self-defeating.  Only when we stop trying to be someone we are not, will we have the energy, power and concentration available to communicate comfortably.

Remember, audiences leave your presentation with an impression of what they've seen and heard.  When presenters are themselves, they project a sincerity that helps get the message across.

Here's how I work:

• I start by creating that safe environment.
• I teach specific communication tools so that participants understand just what it is they want to express.
• I show how to interact with the audience to achieve that objective.

Ultimate Goal:  To project your true self and thus remove the walls between you and your audience so successful communication can take place.

Each session is individualized to the needs of the client(s).  Videotaped playback is used so you can see the results.

"The presentation went great! Thanks to Gillien Goll." --Lesley Ann, Attorney

I offer:

• One-on-one coaching for individuals
• Full and half-day workshops for groups
• Group lectures and demonstrations.

I will help you: Interact and work with an audience of one or many. Feel in control in any presentation situation (including job interviews, sales meetings, etc). Communicate powerfully. Make a good first and last impression. Sound conversational while using written speeches or notes. Allow for spontaneity and humor. Translate nerves into charisma. Use variety in vocal inflection. Feel assured and powerful. Project confidence through body language and eye contact. Understand the use of visual aids. Integrate all skills necessary to make a great presentation.