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

The SpeechCoach Services
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Special Occasion Speeches |
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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." |
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Speech and Image Enhancement |
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A personalised coaching program to help people make the most of
themselves. It covers personal style and presentation, dress, grooming,
speech and confidence. |
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Sonya Maybury The Speaker |
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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
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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
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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:
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Sonya Maybury

Presentation Skills

Special Occasion Speeches

The Speaker
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