Welcome to The SpeechCoach:
Professional Speech & Voice Training

The SpeechCoach is a Sydney-based business which specialises in speech coaching, training and related speaking and writing activities. The programs and services are flexible, ideal for small groups or one-to-one tuition.

The program content can be customised to suit the specific needs of individual or corporate clients and can be delivered in-house.

The SpeechCoach Accent Reduction Workshops


ONE DAY SMART* SPEECH WORKSHOP
*Sonya Maybury’s Accent Reduction Techniques - This ONE DAY practical workshop provides simple, effective methods to improve English pronunciation and reduce an unwanted or strong foreign accent. Identify pronunciation problems, learn how to pronounce English speech sounds easily, modify an unwanted or strong accent, plus more. Ideal for people born or trained overseas, including: doctors, engineers, accountants, teachers ...read more


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SPEAK BETTER ENGLISH THE
SMART* WAY
*Sonya Maybury’s Accent Reduction Techniques
Reducing a strong accent and improving English pronunciation can be quite simple. Sonya Maybury has prepared this FREE Accent Reduction Techniques Booklet - learn the secrets to smoother speech - download Today!

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Recent SpeechCoach Articles: June 2011


How to become a confident global communicator
Doing business with people who speak English as a second language is challenging. To avoid misunderstandings it pays to become a smart, global communicator. Check out these simple guidelines. ...read more

The King might shudder if he could hear today's speech
King George VI worked very hard to overcome a severe speech defect. Today's presenters do not stutter or stammer, but they frequently mispronounce the Queen's English. Here are some examples: ...read more

The SpeechCoach Programs

Presentation Skills Training for Professionals
   
Program covers: information mapping, writing, editing, rehearsing and delivering a
polished presentation.
Recommended for: keynote speakers, executives, entrepreneurs, salespeople.
   
English Pronunciation & Accent Reduction
   
Program uncovers the secrets of speaking English fluently as a second language.
  Includes techniques to reduce an unwanted accent and maximise speech clarity.
Recommended for: people born or trained overseas, including doctors, engineers,
  accountants, teachers, technicians, telemarketers.
   
The Voice Makeover
   
A flexible coaching program designed to suit individual needs. Program includes: voice
enrichment, voice projection, vocal variety, diction and speech clarity.
Recommended for: professional speakers, actors, trainers, coaches, salespeople


The SpeechCoach Services

Special Occasion Speeches
 
  People often dread making speeches at weddings, engagement parties or 21st birthdays. The SpeechCoach offers a discreet, personalised service to help people research, write, rehearse and deliver a poised, memorable speech. One happy client remarked: "I surprised myself. I sounded like a professional."
   
Speech and Image Enhancement
   
  A personalised coaching program to help people make the most of themselves. It covers personal style and presentation, dress, grooming, speech and confidence.
   
Sonya Maybury The Speaker
   
  Along with her training and coaching activities Sonya finds time to speak at meetings and functions. Her topics include: Dressing For Success, Doing Business with People Who Speak English as a Second Language and The Pitfalls of The English Language.

Sonya is described as "a witty, sometimes irreverent, entertaining speaker."


About Sonya Maybury


Sonya Maybury is an established professional trainer. Her career in adult tertiary education and management spans 25 years. Her qualifications include an arts degree in literature and language and international speech teaching diplomas.

Since commencing her own business in 1994, Sonya has successfully trained people to give polished, professional presentations; helped people to reduce their strong accents and speak clear English; and coached people to give entertaining, memorable speeches at social celebrations.


Contact The SpeechCoach

For further information on The SpeechCoach Programs and Services, please contact us:

  The SpeechCoach
335/4 Young Street
Neutral Bay NSW 2089
Tel: 02 9909 3532
Mobile: 0418 457 497
Email: info@thespeechcoach.com.au

 

 

 


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