Speak With Confidence, Captivate Your Audience, Accelerate Your Career Growth
Are Your Presentation Skills Holding You Back?
Missing promotion opportunities, or not closing deals due to lackluster presentations?
Anxiety, or fear of being judged when speaking to a group?
Knowing you have expertise but struggling to communicate it engagingly?
Getting lost, or overwhelming your audience with too much information?
What's At Stake?
Loss of credibility and respect among peers, bosses, or clients
Stagnant career or missed revenue opportunities
Wasted potential to influence, lead, or inspire
Imagine feeling this way a year from now - how many opportunities will you have missed due to poor presentation skills?
Join the Speak UP! Presentation Skills Academy and conquer public speaking fears, craft powerful messages, and deliver presentations that set you apart!
"Being at the precipice of the most important role in my career, I sought out James because of his own great speaking abilities. He coached me through some misperceptions I had about myself, and helped build my confidence which allowed me to deliver the most impactful presentation of my life. I am now enjoying that new role thanks in large part to James' valuable coaching. I would highly recommend James Jeffley!"
~Melody Phipps, Managing Director, Deloitte LLP (retired)
Thankfully, there's a better way...
Speak UP! Presentation Skills Academy
What It Is: A comprehensive, structured program to transform your public speaking and presentation skills.
Key Benefits: Conquer anxiety; craft compelling messages; engage any audience; improve your career or business opportunities.
Who It's For: Mid-career professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants - anyone who needs polished speaking skills for professional success.
Program Overview & Curriculum Highlights
There are 12 courses total, grouped into 4 stages:
Module 1: Foundational Skills & Confidence
Overcoming Fear & Speaking Anxiety
Structuring Your Message & Crafting Clear Content
Delivery Skills & Audience Engagement
Module 2: Compelling Content & Impromptu Speaking
Storytelling & Emotional Connection
Visuals & Slide Mastery
Q&A & Impromptu Speaking Mastery
Module 3: Advanced Techniques & Audience Influence
Persuasion & Influence
Virtual & Hybrid Presentations
High-Stakes Presentations & Conferences
Module 4: Mastery, Branding & Growth
Personal Branding & Thought Leadership
Panel Discussions & Media Interviews
Reflection, Mastery & Next-Level Development
Program Structure
There are lots of ways you can experience the academy:
A La Carte: you can take any course you'd like
Curated Menu: you can choose any of the modules to learn more skills and have a richer experience
Build Your Own: you may select three courses from any module to address specific growth areas
The Academy: you may sign up for ALL twelve courses, taught over a 12-month period
Key Skills Taught:
Manage / Overcome Stage Fright
Structure clear, engaging presentations
Handle Q & A with ease
Refine delivery (voice, body language, gestures)
Master storytelling, visuals, persuasion, high-stakes events, and more!
Why the Speak UP! Academy?
Personalized Feedback & Practice: There will be a new course taught monthly; with weekly practice sessions; real-time feedback and coaching; recordings of the workshop to play at your convenience.
Real-World Application: You will have assignments and exercises that simulate workplace presentations, meetings, pitch scenarios, etc. You get to practice before you "play" for real.
Community / Peer Support: You will have access to a Private LinkedIn group for Q&A, networking, and feedback for the duration of your course.
Proven Methodology: A Multi-Faceted Learning Experience for Real-World Speaking Success
The Speak UP Academy is built on a practical, results-driven methodology designed for busy professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Our approach ensures that you not only learn presentation skills but apply them immediately with real-world feedback.
We combine multiple learning modalities to reinforce key skills:
✅ Live, Interactive Workshops – Learn in a structured yet engaging environment with expert instruction and group participation.
✅ On-Demand Training – Access recorded sessions so you can review key techniques at your own pace.
✅ Live Feedback & Coaching – Get direct, real-time feedback on your delivery, structure, and impact.
✅ Peer Support & Community – Join a private LinkedIn group to practice, network, and receive ongoing insights.Our methodology blends proven speaking frameworks, real-time application, and iterative feedback—ensuring that every participant develops confidence, clarity, and presence in front of any audience.
"I hired James for consultation composing a keynote address at the "Young Women and Money Conference”. His expertise gave my presentation structure, fluency and flow. He went beyond expectation with his time, knowledge and wisdom. With his guidance, my audience was transformed with a message of hope that moved them into action with their finances. He made a huge difference in my presentation.
If you need support from a master communicator, you would be wise to contact James."
- Veronica Dangerfield, Senior Financial Health Educator, Patelco Credit Union
1:1 Coaching Option
For those with proficient or advanced speaking skills who just need a bit of "polishing," consider 1:1 coaching. We will spend up to one hour discussing whatever aspect of your speaking needs honing. (Additional sessions may be needed to maximize improvement.)
1 Sixty-minute session: $300
3 Sixty-minute sessions: $750
6 Sixty-minute sessions: $1,350
Payment Options
You may pay for any program in full and enjoy discounted pricing where applicable!
If you need a little extra time to pay, the following options are available:
The 3-course modules may be paid in 3 installments of $350 each. (Total: $1,050)
The 12-course full Academy may be paid in 4 installments of $297 each. (Total: $3,564)
"But, what happens to the discount if I pay in installments?" You're still receiving a discount on a payment plan - just not as much as if you had paid in full up front. This is a standard practice.
You can also consider paying in full on a credit card, or applying for a loan from a trusted financial institution.
Return on Investment (ROI)
Q: How do I know this will be worth it?
A: You won't - until you do the work. What you DO know is you need to improve your presentation and public speaking skills in order to have a better impact in your job and improve your career opportunities.
Here's some data that may help you decide to invest in yourself:
Companies with highly effective communicators experience a 47% higher total return to shareholders compared to those with less effective communicators.
Organizations with strong communication practices are 3.5 times more likely to significantly outperform their industry peers.
A study by the MIT Sloan School of Management found that a 12-month soft skills training program delivered a 250% ROI within eight months, primarily through enhanced productivity and employee retention.
Businesses with approximately 100 employees spend an average of 17 hours weekly clarifying previous communications, costing around $525,000 annually. Effective communication training can significantly reduce these expenses.
Action-Based” Guarantee (For Live Classes & Coaching)
Your success in the Speak UP! Presentation Skills Academy depends on your commitment and participation. If you complete all course exercises, attend all live sessions, and apply the strategies taught but still don’t see an improvement in your speaking confidence, let us know within 30 days, and we’ll work with you to find a solution—whether that’s additional coaching, extra resources, or another approach tailored to your needs.
"Redo” Policy
We are committed to your success. If, after completing your program and implementing the techniques, you don’t feel confident in your presentation skills, you can retake your program at no additional cost within 12 months.
“Partial Credit” for Future Services
Due to the nature of digital products and live training, we do not offer refunds. However, if unforeseen circumstances prevent you from completing the course, we will apply a portion of your payment as credit toward a future course, workshop, or 1:1 coaching session within six months, per our discretion.
No Refunds on Digital Materials
Refunds will not be offered on digital materials, including workbooks, presentation decks, audio/video programs, etc...
