How to Improve Public Speaking Skills for Business Professionals | Coaching with Frances Saxton

How to Improve Public Speaking Skills for Business Professionals

A Complete Guide to Speaking with Confidence, Clarity, and Influence

Public speaking is no longer optional for business professionals — it’s essential. Whether you're pitching to investors, leading a team meeting, presenting on Zoom, speaking at a conference, or hosting a live broadcast, your communication skills directly impact your credibility, influence, and success.

At Saxton Elite Acting Coaching, I’ve coached hundreds of professionals, including:

• Lawyers

• Doctors

• CEOs

• Pharmaceutical reps

• Business owners

• College students

• TV newscasters

• TikTok influencers

• Fitness professionals

• Gallery owners

• Corporate sales teams

…and more.

My Public Speaking Coaching Program is designed specifically for influencers and business professionals who want to elevate their communication, strengthen their presence, and speak with confidence.

👉 Start training today: https://www.francessaxton.com/public-speaking

Let’s break down the most effective ways to improve your public speaking skills.

⭐ 1. Practice Regularly — Repetition Builds Confidence

The more you speak, the more comfortable you become.

Practice:

• Presentations

• Sales pitches

• Introductions

• Live streams

• Interviews

• Company updates

Record yourself, rehearse out loud, and refine your delivery. This is exactly what we do in coaching sessions — structured, targeted practice that builds confidence fast.

⭐ 2. Know Your Audience

Great speakers tailor their message.

Ask yourself:

• Who am I speaking to?

• What do they care about?

• What problem am I solving for them?

• What tone will resonate?

Executives, clients, and online audiences all require different approaches. We customize this in your coaching plan at Saxton Elite Acting.

⭐ 3. Organize Your Content Clearly

A strong presentation has:

✔ A clear introduction

✔ A structured body

✔ A memorable conclusion

Business audiences appreciate clarity, efficiency, and direction. We work on structuring your message so it flows naturally and persuasively.

⭐ 4. Use Visual Aids Strategically

Slides, charts, and visuals should support your message — not distract from it.

Tips:

• Keep slides clean

• Use minimal text

• Highlight key points

• Use visuals to reinforce, not replace, your speaking

This is especially important for sales teams and corporate presentations.

⭐ 5. Strengthen Your Non‑Verbal Communication

Your body speaks before you do.

Focus on:

• Eye contact

• Confident posture

• Open gestures

• Relaxed facial expressions

• Grounded presence

These are the same techniques I teach to executives, influencers, and newscasters to help them appear credible and trustworthy on camera and in person.

⭐ 6. Manage Anxiety with Proven Techniques

Even top CEOs get nervous.

Use:

• Deep breathing

• Grounding exercises

• Positive visualization

• Mindfulness

• Vocal warm‑ups

In coaching sessions, we use acting‑based techniques to reduce anxiety and build calm, confident delivery.

⭐ 7. Seek Feedback from a Professional Coach

Feedback accelerates growth.

I provide:

• Voice analysis

• Articulation training

• Tone and pacing adjustments

• On‑camera presence coaching

• Script and presentation refinement

• Weekly exercises for rapid improvement

This is why companies like Verizon, Fairgrounds St. Pete, Parker & Parker Art, LIVE LLC, Huger, Thesis, and The Works trust this program to train their teams.

⭐ 8. Join Speaking Groups or Practice Communities

Groups like Toastmasters can help you practice in a supportive environment. Pairing this with private coaching creates powerful, accelerated growth.

⭐ 9. Learn from Skilled Speakers

Study:

• TED Talks

• Industry leaders

• Influencers

• Executives

• News anchors

Analyze their:

• Tone

• Pacing

• Storytelling

• Confidence

• Structure

Then apply those techniques with guidance.

⭐ 10. Commit to Continuous Improvement

Public speaking is a skill — not a talent.

Improve by:

• Attending workshops

• Practicing weekly

• Working with a coach

• Recording yourself

• Reading communication books

• Challenging yourself with new speaking opportunities

Consistency builds mastery.

⭐ BUSINESS TESTIMONIALS

“Retaining Frances Saxton was one of the most important decisions I have made… After seeing the benefit of Frances’ coaching, I will not hire anyone without her approval.”   — Ronald K. Parker, Ph.D., Chairman, Parker & Parker Art

“After one session with Frances, I improved significantly… I can speak more confidently, clearly, and calmly.”   — Olivia Mansion, Fairgrounds

⭐ READY TO IMPROVE YOUR PUBLIC SPEAKING?

Whether you're an influencer, business professional, CEO, or someone preparing for a major presentation, I’ll help you:

• Speak with confidence

• Improve articulation

• Strengthen your voice

• Deliver with clarity

• Build executive presence

• Communicate with impact

✔ Public Speaking – 30 Minutes ($100)

✔ Public Speaking – 45 Minutes ($150)

✔ Private Coaching Packages Available

👉 Book Now:   https://www.francessaxton.com/public-speaking

👉 Schedule a Free Consultation   Let’s discuss your goals and build a plan that gets results.

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