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Tame your Nerves. Unleash your Confidence. Ignite your potential.

Speak with Confidence is a clear, pratical solution for professionals  who want to stop freezing under pressure and speak with natural confidence


Created by Dr. David Lee Fish and based on science-backed, Zen-derived mindfulness, this program shows you how to stay clear, grounded, and in control whenever the stakes are high.

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Is Speak with Confidence for me?

It is if:

you want greater confidence when you speak in front of others

your mind fogs or your voice shakes when the stakes rise

you avoid speaking opportunities

you want to improve your presence in professional or social settings

you feel like speaking anxiety makes you less clear, less convincing, or less yourself

​​One Course, Four Tiers

All tiers of the Speak with Confidence course give you the exclusive mindfulness method developed by Dr. Fish and every core tool. Advanced accelerators add more support, guidance, and opportunities to apply what you learn. Click on each tier to learn more.

Essential
Enhanced
Elite
VIP
Essential

Essential Curriculum

Designed for independent learners who want the tools and lifetime access to practice on their own.

  • Complete five lesson curriculum
    Gives you a clear, structured path that removes guesswork and builds confidence step by step.
  • Guided mindfulness exercises
    Train your mind to so anxiety loses its grip when you speak.
  • Personalized READ Method cue card
    Keeps the method at the core of Speak with Confidence at your fingertips during real speaking moments.
  • "In-Class" Showcase
    A dedicated opportunity to take what we’ve learned off the page and into a live, online presentation. A supportive, low-pressure "Speaking Lab" where you can grow with others enrolled in the course.
  • Online progress log
    Shows your improvement over time during and after the course, so you stay motivated and consistent.
  • Certificate of Completion
    A permanent, shareable record of the courage it took to stop letting performance anxiety undermine your confidence.

Enhanced

Enhanced Accelerators

Enhanced Accelerator

For professionals who want guided implementation and real-time answers. Don’t just learn. Implement with a safety net that offers greater Speed and Clarity.

The Enhanced tier includes everything in the Essential tier plus:
  • Live Q&A Sessions
    Get your specific questions answered every week so you never hit a dead end.
  • Moderated Forum
    Join a curated circle of peers. Share wins, troubleshoot obstacles, and network with others on the same path.
  • Enhanced Lessons
    Deep-dive modules that go beyond the 'what' and show you exactly 'how' with over-the-shoulder execution.

For less than the cost of a single professional consultation, you get direct access to our experts and a community to inspire you and keep you accountable.

Elite

Elite Accelerators

For leaders who want personalized feedback and accountability. The shortest path to mastery via expert mentorship. The Elite tier pairs the curriculum with direct mentorship to ensure you execute greater confidence when speaking in front of others to a professional standard.

  • Two Private 1:1 Sessions
    A deep dive into your specific goals. We’ll audit your progress, refine your strategy, and give you a custom roadmap for the course and beyond.
  • Personalized Feedback
    Don't wonder if you're doing it right. Submit your work and receive expert critiques to polish your results.
  • Elite Support
    Skip the queue. You get a dedicated priority channel for a 24-hour turnaround on your most pressing questions.
  • Special Bonus Lesson
    Take your speaking to the next level with Dr. Fish’s special training in Power Presence and Flow.


This isn't just a course. It's a partnership. By getting personalized eyes on your work, you avoid the costly mistakes that can set you back months. It’s the closest thing to a guaranteed ROI.

VIP

VIP Accelerators

For those who want extensive hands-on coaching, immediate support and the highest level of care. The ultimate experience for high-stakes leaders.

The VIP tier is designed for executives, founders, and keynote speakers who cannot afford to leave their message to chance. This is our highest level of proximity, providing the white-glove support needed to command any room, from the boardroom to the main stage.

The VIP tier includes everything in the Elite tier plus:

  • "Panic Button" Access A direct, private line for emergency coaching. Whether it’s a last-minute media request or a sudden shift in a presentation deck, your coach is available for instant troubleshooting and mindset calibration.

  • Extensive 1:1 Coaching Move beyond occasional check-ins. You receive extensive, private coaching sessions. This sustained proximity allows us to peel back every layer of your performance, address deep-seated anxieties, and refine your unique "voice" until your delivery is effortless.

  • Monthly Strategy Intensives Beyond the lessons, we meet every month to audit your upcoming speaking calendar to ensure your communication style evolves with your career.

This is the pinnacle of the Speak with Confidence experience. You aren't just buying a seat in a course; you're securing a professional "Chief Communications Officer" for your personal brand. When the stakes are this high, the VIP tier ensures you don't just speak—you lead.

Lifetime Access

You own Speak with Confidence. You don't rent it.
A one-time investment unlocks the course forever.  

Guaranteed Results

Complete Speak with Confidence, and we'll refund your
tuition if you don't enjoy a noticeable improvement.

Try FREE Introductory Lesson!

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FREE Introductory Lesson

The free introductory lesson comes straight from the opening module of the Speak with Confidence course.


In the Introduction, you'll discover

Who Speak with Confidence is for (and not for)

The huge misunderstood connection between confidence and nerves

Why you need to do something about your performance anxiety

The science-backed mindfulness solution to the anxiety undermining your natural confidence

A simple mindfulness exercise to reveal the power of focus

The Silent Struggle individuals with performance anxiety face

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