Talks that
move people
Public speaking is one of the most powerful tools for storytelling, inspiring people and building trust. Attention is focused and expectations are high for the speaker and the brand. The opportunity is to use stage time deliberately. To create clarity, momentum and belief in a message or position. With cameras everywhere, speakers have more reason to be amazing because the amplification of thier presentation goes well beyond the room.
Public speaking is a
performance with purpose
Public speaking does involve performance. Presence, delivery and energy matter. But performance without substance collapses quickly. What makes presentations strong and compelling is clear thinking, relevance and persuasive structure. Many capable professionals struggle because they focus on delivery before shaping intent. This program teaches you how to combine substance with performance, so your public speaking delivers for you, the brand and the audience.
Program outcomes
Compelling performance
Hold attention and command the room with confidence and energy that feels natural and credible – not forced or performative.
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Momentum under pressure
Maintain rhythm, composure and connection when nerves kick in, questions interrupt or unexpected disruptions.
Adaptable delivery
Read the room and adjust tone, pace and emphasis in real time, ensuring your message lands across audiences and settings without losing authenticity.
Messages land, stories remembered
Shape and deliver ideas and messages through stories that are clearly structured, so audiences follow, remember and act.
Powerful presentation modules
All modules incorporate public speaking theory, practice, writing, improv-based technique and activities.
Defining communication
The role of presentations
Core tenants & defining success
Importance of purpose
The LUUP5 method
Listening and understanding audiences
Listening and building a brief
Understanding context
Developing understanding
Gap identification
Key messages, proof and stories
Presentation structure
Personalisation
Personality
Writing for ears, not eyes
Designing Theatrics
Voice
Body
Movement & space
Practice techniques
Grounding
Mind and body regulation
Distractions
Program options
Powerful Public Speaking is designed for real delivery, not just theory. Participants work from shaping ideas to building structure, writing speeches and delivering talks or presentations in live environments. Learning blends clear frameworks with extensive practice, including improv-based activities that build quick thinking and the ability to handle distractions so presentations hold together under pressure.
Public
Learn with and from peers and practice in front of an intimate audience.
Duration
In person: 2 days, 9am - 5pm including breaks. Based on 3 participants per group.
Online: 3 hours per day, 5 consecutive days, including breaks.
Capacity
3 participants per group to allow ample practice time.
Location
Chasing Albert (Kogarah, NSW) or online.
Requirements
Laptop, notebook, pen.
Pricing
$2,500.
Includes
Training materials.
Review previous written presentation, speech or recordings.
Morning & afternoon tea, beverages (in person only).
All training recordings for review and development.
Debrief report with development recommendations.
Optional post training support.
Upcoming Training Dates
Lead by a
practising expert
This program is led by Marie El Daghl, a communication expert with over 25 years’ experience writing, designing and delivering presentations and speeches for leaders, teams and major brands. Marie has worked across every stage of public speaking – shaping ideas, building narratives, training speakers and delivering under pressure. She has a rare, end-to-end understanding of what it really takes to deliver a knock out presentation.
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"Marie’s outstanding communication experience and expertise not only makes her a great trainer – but great at spotting what is hindering the delivery of key messages."
Sarah Pike
Former VP Marketing & Communication
"Marie is a great trainer, very knowledgeable and precise. She gives the right piece of advice to each participant. She creates a great environment to learn and progress. Highly recommend!"
Participant
Jurlique
"Marie looks at communication on an individual and organisational level. Her training is thorough, well put together, highly engaging, and effective. I highly recommend her."
Tamara Jawad
PR & Public Affairs Manager
"Marie listened. She took my thoughts and aspirations for the business out of my mind and perfectly articulated them in the most beautifully simple and inspiring way."
Abraham Hatoum
CEO
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"In two sessions Marie transformed the way I approach public speaking. Her personalised approach is what sets her apart. Marie is a true professional."
Matthew Beach
Chairman
Lead with clarity,
not theatrics
This program is grounded in Chasing Albert’s LUUP⁵ methodology – a practical way of thinking about communication that starts with listening, intent and audience need before structure and delivery. You’ll work with real public speaking scenarios, shaping ideas, sequencing messages and designing delivery so meaning lands clearly and with impact. Nail your own performance style using voice, body and movement. The result is presentations that are focused, credible, engaging and memorable, even when stakes are high.