Crunch Time

Intervention

You've procrastinated but it's not too late...

You have chicken scratch on some crumpled pieces of paper and a couple of ideas floating around.

You’ve fired up PowerPoint and made some random notes.

Presentation day is looming. You have a few weeks (or days!) before you’re scheduled to be stage-ready.

There’s no judgment. You’re busy. I get it. The days fly by with a mountain of demands on your time. The presentation that you agreed to deliver kept being pushed to the back burner.

In the back of your mind you were thinking, “Once I sit down to build this presentation I’ll get it done in a flash”. When you finally sat down you realized the big job in front of you.

You’ve got a ping-pong match going on in your head and you’re the only player.

public speaking anxiety That’s where I come in.

The stakes are high but you’re in the weeds and it feels like it might be too late to make a difference. That’s where you’re wrong. It IS crunch time — I’m here to get you out of this mess and prep you for the stage so you can shine like the experienced professional you are.

You’re feeling the pressure because you want to take this presentation to the next level and really make a difference – to others and your career. You have no one to bounce ideas off of that you trust…someone that understands the psychology of influence and persuasion.

Tim Oakley, Director of Procurement, GCGC

For anybody who has listened to a presentation from a business leader and said to themselves, “I wish I could communicate like that, but it’s just not in my DNA”, my response would be, “Yes it is. Go see Janice”.

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I get speakers prepared for their time on stage – from TED events to keynotes to board meetings. I’ve probably worked with clients in your industry. (I’m the hidden asset behind many successful speakers.)

I’m on fire when the pressure is on and deadlines are tight. It’s my sweet spot.

I’ll take the pressure off your shoulders, have your ideas flowing, and get you stage-ready. I’ll guide you to make sure:

Your opening will raise eyebrows.
The speech will be laser-focused.
Your talk will flow seamlessly.
You’ll hold your audience’s attention (for your entire presentation).
And with your last words, your audience will be clear about what they need to do.

It would be my pleasure to work with you to create a presentation your audience (and colleagues) will talk about for a long time (in a good way of course). One they use as an example of what a great presentation is. A talk that will have your career trajectory shooting up (not down!) or help you clinch that sale you’ve been courting. And not to mention the confidence (and thrill) you’ll feel when you walk off the stage to well-deserved applause.

COMMON QUESTIONS

I don’t know anything about Powerpoint, can I still do this?

You may not need Powerpoint. But if you do, I have graphic designers that will take the job of creating a deck off your shoulders.

I feel like so much is riding on this speech, is that normal?

Yes, it’s absolutely normal. As your event day gets closer you’ll increasingly feel the pressure. That’s where I come in – to help you manage your nerves.

Should I suggest someone else do the presentation since I’m so behind?

It’s your choice of course. Do you want to grab the opportunity to have your voice heard or leave it for someone else to reap the rewards?

Would it better if I just “wing it” — off the cuff speaking is supposed to be the best type of speaking skill, right?

If you were at a networking event and simply introducing yourself, of course. But we’re talking about an important presentation. Do you want to leave such a critical opportunity to chance and come across as disrespecting your audience by arriving unprepared?

Do I really still have time to get this right?

Absolutely! Well, that is if you are committed to digging in and investing the time.

Can’t you just write my speech for me and then I can just read it on stage?

I could, but you’d be happier with the results if we collaborate on a script. This way you’ll ‘own it’, making it easier to deliver in your authentic voice.

Why shouldn’t I just go to Toastmasters?

Toastmasters uses a templated model. You need all the attention focused on you while working with a partner who cares about your success.

Make the most of the time you have left — even if that’s days or weeks.

Use your time crunch to your advantage instead of seeing it as an obstacle.

Book Your FREE Presentation Intervention Assessment

Let’s schedule 20 minutes to chat to see if we’re a good fit to help YOU NAIL YOUR PRESENTATION.

On your call we’ll discuss:

why you took on the challenge of this presentation and what made you excited to accept
what steps you need to take to get your mojo back
how far along you are in drafting your speech/presentation (it’s perfectly fine if you’re still in ideation stage)
the ah-ha moment you plan to leave your audience with
how you want to feel when you walk off stage.

I get a thrill, goosebumps actually, every time a client walks off the stage and immediately shoots over a text that says, “I NAILED IT!”

AJ McLean, Portfolio Manager – Managing Broker, McLean Group

Janice has an incredible ability to read people. At the initial meeting to review my first draft, she could tell I had a lot of outside help and called me out. Janice and I rewrote a genuine, concise and organic speech that truly was mine.

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If you don’t see a convenient time in the scheduler: Send me an email and we’ll make it happen.

During our first call, we will determine right fit and alignment. It’s not a coaching call.

Your investment to work with me to get you stepping out on stage confidently (when you’re in the weeds and the delivery date is soon) starts at $3,900. This offering is for folks that are committed to ‘head down’ hard work and getting it done.

It would be my honor and pleasure to work with you.

Janice

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Annette Birkman, Lawyer, Author & Speaker

I really appreciated Janice’s honesty and straightforwardness. It made it easy for me to use her feedback because I didn’t have to spend time trying to figure out if I was on the right track. She effortlessly guided me through the entire process and didn’t leave me stranded at any time.

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“I liked Janice’s approach of offering a workshop to an intimate group of women. By attending her workshop I learned how to prepare a presentation and the importance of using the three-theme rule. I gained confidence in learning the skills of how to position my body, breathing, and voice projection. I would recommend Janice’s workshops to middle to senior managers.”

Evi Mustel

Mustel Group, Vancouver, BC
“By attending one of Janice's workshops and reading her newsletter, I have learned new skills and ideas that have greatly improved my abilities in speaking and teaching workshops. Janice can help you learn how to truly engage your audience, not just present to them.”

Monique Steensma

CEO, Mediate BC
“Janice is one of the most valuable people I have ever met. She is not only a customer-service oriented and honest team player but also an inspiring strategist. Smart co-worker. Experienced developer. Her experience and expertise and dedication makes her view solutions instead of problems. I can highly recommend working with Janice.”

Deborah Downs

Manager, Drake International
“I was thrilled earlier this year to be asked to address an audience of nearly 2,000 incoming university students. The speaking format was something totally new to me, and because I wanted to 'knock it out of the park' I contacted Janice. My previous training in public speaking was always done through in-person day-long workshops. Because Janice and I were in different cities, we worked together online. At first, I wasn't sure of how well an online interaction would work -- but Janice was exceptionally organized and fully present, and as a result, her online support far exceeded any training I'd previously received. The best part of working with Janice was that she was honest, encouraging and always constructive. She continued to push me to improve specific parts of my speech and its delivery both through on-the-spot feedback and reference to examples of speakers that shared my similar goals, and to speaking exercises -- until I was sure that I was going to give the audience my very best. I would work with Janice again in a heartbeat, and strongly encourage anyone who is tasked with an important speaking opportunity to reach out to her, too. ”

Tara Cookson

Gender equality & social policy specialist | Seattle Women's Commission | Ladysmith: A gender equality venture
“You have lifted me a mile above the ground!! Thank you for the bottom of my heart.”

Lara Marchionni Jones

Career Coach
“I have a feeling that my work with you, when I look back at it in a few years, will be pivotal in my trajectory. That rainy morning, sitting at your glass table when I connected with not having to be perfect. That and everything that followed will be pivotal. Thank you for providing me with the space to go there. I have also come to understand that I have to keep doing this. I have to keep speaking, putting myself out there and growing. I thought to myself after the presentation: "Ok, when is the next one? When do I do this again?" You certainly would not have heard me say that 6 months ago! Janice, I cannot thank you enough. I will keep all your pearls of wisdom close to my heart and keep working on all those things you allowed me to see. You are amazing at what you do. ”

Denise Doucet

Clinical Counsellor, Stopping the Violence Program at Atira Women's Resource Society
“Janice...has brought us to a new level in terms of confidence, connections and sense of possibility. We credit her insight and vision in helping us bring our message to the bigger stage, as well as bringing media interest and exposure. We wish her every success and look forward to working with her again.”

Madeleine Shaw & Suzanne Siemens

Founders ~ Owners
“Janice was brought on to work with a diverse group of practitioners in preparation for a large conference we were hosting. Janice was able to work with each presenter individually, and in pairs, assessing their strengths and weaknesses. Janice’s commitment to the quality of our event was clear from day one; she was actively invested in the development of each presenter.”

Kati Varga

Business Brain, Design Eye | Marketing & Advertising
“I reached out to Janice as I was looking for one-on-one coaching to strengthen my public speaking skills as well as coaching to enhance my executive presence in the workplace. I interviewed a number of other coaches during my search and I was immediately impressed by Janice’s professionalism and clear interest to understand and customize her coaching to fit her clients. Previous to Janice, I had not had any personal coaching and was apprehensive that the coaching would be a formulaic process that she applied to each client. However, I found that Janice spent the time to get to know me, understand my career goals and was able to adapt and customize our coaching sessions to maximize the benefit to me. I felt she genuinely cared about my success and was flexible with my busy work schedule. I found her style encouraging and considerate, but also thought provoking and inspiring. Janice not only helped me gain confidence and build a succinct and persuasive message through my presentations, but she also helped me bring awareness to my diction and the subtle yet powerful influence it has on my everyday language. I am very happy to have found Janice and would recommend her to anyone looking for similar coaching.”

Samantha Fan

Senior Manager, Assurance Services at BDO Canada LLP
“You helped me so much, Janice! You would have been proud. People were coming up to me saying they felt my message and they thought I was so brave. The way I spoke and took pauses was very effective! I felt proud. You are a great teacher and coach!!! ”

Jeanine Hunter

Senior Transport Manager, Loblaw Co Ltd

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