Speak with Confidence

Science-backed performance anxiety solution grounded in authentic Zen-derived mindfulness.

Professional confidently speaking in front of group after overcoming public speaking anxiety

Own the Moment

Achieve your full potential

Enjoy the spolight

Gain a winning edge

Advance your career

Free Introductory Lesson!

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Dr. Fish's 90-Sec Intro to Speak with Confidence

Let Your Authentic Confidence Shine

Show up with grounded presence in any situation

The Cost of Doing Nothing

The impact of performance anxiety

Job Performance

81% of professionals believe they could perform their jobs better with more confidence in public speaking.

Career Advancement

64% of professionals say lack of confidence in public speaking holds back their careers.

Earning Power

People with poor speaking skills earn 10% less than their peers with strong communication skills.

Exclusive online course with coaching options

Groundbreaking Solution

Self-paced and flexible

Short, focused lessons

Mindfulness-based, science-backed method

1:1 coaching options

Limited enrollment

Private forum

Live Q&A

Guaranteed results

You'll learn how to work with your anxiety instead of fighting it to stay clear, composed, and present when the stakes are high.

What You'll Learn

Mindfulness directly from Zen practice, NOT diluted McMindfulness

You’re Not Broken

Understand what speech fright really is, why it’s not your fault, and how to stop treating it like a personal flaw.

Quiet Amid the Noise

Learn simple yet powerful, Zen-based mindfulness techniques that calm spiraling thoughts and reduce symptoms of anxiety.

Stop Avoiding

Replace avoidance and over-preparation with grounded, values-based action as the source of courage and commitment.

Mindfulness in Action

Apply the Speak with Confidence READ method to real-world speaking situations, from internal meetings to external presentations.

Like Blowing Bubbles

Turn mindfulness into a sustainable habit so your confidence keeps growing long after the course ends.

Dr. David Lee Fish, Ph.D.

Creator of Speak with Confidence

Dr. Fish earned his authority on performance anxiety the hard way, through years of nerves sabotaging performances, lectures, and other high-stakes moments.

His turning point came from Zen-rooted wisdom learned as a student of the same Korean master who taught the pioneer who brought mindfulness into the mainstream, Jon Kabat-Zinn. That lineage revealed a different way to relate to anxiety. It's one that doesn’t require you to “conquer” it, but to work skillfully with it.

Drawing on this tradition and his professional work with performers, speakers, and atheletes, Dr. Fish built a simple, powerful method to help people move from spiraling nerves to grounded presence whenever they speak, perform, and compete in front of others.

click to learn more about Dr. Fish’s unlikely road to becoming a leading authority on performance anxiety

“I’m all too familiar with the nemesis known as stage fright. Dr. Fish has helped me better understand and deal with this unwelcome guest.”

Mel Fair, actor (Halloween, Super 8, Justified, Weeds)

”This is an essential weapon in the arsenal of any serious public speaker or performer. Dr. Fish is a revolutionary. DO THIS!!!”

Pat O’Connor, artist manager & CEO (POC Media, Inc.)

The Proven Solution

Breakthrough method born of real results

Dr. Fish’s 5-Day STAGE FRIGHT Solution book is the proven backbone of the Speak with Confidence course. The course takes the method further, turning the book’s insights into guided practice, step-by-step video lessons, and real-time application you can use immediately.

Readers consistently praise the book for cutting through shortcuts and clichés, exposing the real roots of performance anxiety, and delivering practical techniques that produce results.

Reader Praise

“When I was younger, public speaking was one of my greatest fears! I wish I had this resource back then.” —KC

This self-help book resonates with a lot of people who struggle with stage fright. A great read!” —AL

It was like this book was calling out to me!” —DB

“A book that covers an important part of today’s life where people need to express themselves to succeed. Has come in handy in my life.” —AK

“A great do-it-yourself book that can help anyone with anxiety.” —SH “Really helpful for my peer interactions and work.” —SH

“Stage fright could destroy a career at some point, hence, I’m going to recommend this to anyone I know suffering from it.” —NG ‘

“I love that it gets to the root of the problem.” —KR

“highly recommended to everyone who wants to improve themselves for public speaking and doing presentation be it in university or at work.” —MK

“Author David Lee Fish, Ph.D. comes to this brief but impressive self-help book on overcoming stage fright with excellent credentials.” —BL

FAQ

Who is Speak with Confidence for?

Speak with Confidence is designed for anyone who speaks in front of others, especially professionals in leadership or public-facing roles, including executives, managers, consultants, sales professionals, founders, educators, and experts who need to communicate clearly and confidently under pressure.

How is this different from typical public speaking courses?

Most courses focus on performance tricks. Speak with Confidence focuses on the root of speaking anxiety — your nervous system — using mindfulness, not gimmicks.

Will this fit my busy schedule?

Yes. The course is structured around short, focused lessons you can complete in under an hour. You work when you have time, and you can revisit modules any time. It’s built specifically for people with demanding careers.

Do I need prior experience with mindfulness?

No. You’ll learn simple, practical mindfulness exercises from the ground up. The focus is not on becoming a meditator. It’s on learning tools that help you perform better when you speak.

What if I want one-on-one help?

Several of the course tiers include personal coaching, so you can get the level of support that fits your needs, whether it’s guidance for a specific presentation, help applying the method to your work, or ongoing accountability. You can choose a tier with coaching when you enroll or upgrade later if you decide you want more individual support. The VIP tier gives you extensive private, one-on-one training designed for professionals whose careers demand confident, high-stakes speaking.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes. Complete the Speak with Confidence course and if you don’t see a noticeable improvement in your ability to speak with greater confidence, Little School of Fish will refund your tuition.

FREE Introductory Lesson

Tame Your Nerves. Unleash Your Confidence.

Imagine standing in front of clients, colleagues, or investors feeling clear, present, and grounded. You're able to say what you mean and lead the room with natural confidence and without anxiety hijacking you.

That transformation is possible. The first step is yours.