WHY FOCUS ON COMMUNICATION & PERFORMANCE?

Somebody somewhere (some “when”?), told us a story about ourselves and our voices and we believed it. Whether that story was “you’re just the quiet one” or “you’re too loud”, or “you’re obnoxious and bossy,’ or “women aren’t as effective communicators because their voices are higher pitched than men’s”… fill in the blank, right? The list of stories is endless.

But whatever story we were told, we accepted it as truth, and that belief created limiting boundaries for us about what we could say, where we could say it, how loud we should be or what tone of voice we should use – and maybe it even throws into question if we should use our voice at all.

So our voice, perhaps physically and definitely figuratively, ends up either stifled and rusty from lack of use or hoarse and tired from trying to sound acceptable. And attempts to use it authentically and in service to ourselves (to better our relationships, or level up our businesses, or create a better work environment) can trigger serious anxiety or fear.

I have lived this out in painful ways and have fought hard to find my voice, to break through the barriers holding me back, and to live and communicate authentically. And I couldn’t have done it alone; I have had mentors and coaches and friends who have acted as guides on the path for me.

Now, my life mission is to help you discover your limitations by leading you through powerful vocal coaching techniques, untangle the stories that keep you living in your limitations, envision the person you can become, and to transform into that person by locking in new beliefs and practical skills that allow you to consistently own your voice and use it authentically with calm clarity and grounded confidence.   

I developed and utilize the four-part D.U.E.T. framework described above drawing on 20+ years and thousands of hours performing, communicating professionally, leading teams and coaching individuals. You’ll walk away from our work together understanding not only how to effectively wield the power of your physical voice in any setting, but also with the confidence to navigate through your anxiety and fear to communicate with strength and clarity in front of any audience (professional or personal).