A leadership communication course to help you overcome speaking anxiety and build confident leadership presence

Delivered over 8 weeks with self-paced videos and live practice sessions

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"PresentVoices’ group program helped me find the spark of confidence that I needed to embrace my own speaking style."

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Stop overthinking. Start leading with empathetic presence.

You're the expert in the room. You know your work deeply. In one-on-ones with your team or colleagues, you're clear, thoughtful, in your element.

But put you in front of senior leaders or dominant personalities, and something shifts. Your heart races. Your mind goes blank. The clarity you had five minutes ago disappears.

Here's what you need to know: This isn't a communication issue.

You communicate perfectly when you're comfortable. The struggle is status anxiety. It's situational. In certain rooms, you defer to authority even though you have the expertise.

That's not a flaw. That's a response to systems designed to keep your voice small.

You're not broken. The rooms are broken.

Does this sound familiar?

You over-prepare for meetings with senior leaders, then still freeze when put on the spot. You spend hours crafting the perfect talking points, rehearsing in your head. But when the moment comes, your mind goes blank and you can't access anything you prepared.

You're confident doing the work, but lose yourself when you have to talk about it. Leading your team? Easy. Presenting to executives? Your voice speeds up, you over-explain, you can't get to the point. The gap between your expertise and your ability to articulate it feels impossibly wide.

You watch less experienced colleagues get recognition because they "sound more polished." They're louder. More confident. They perform dominance well. Meanwhile, you're doing the actual work—and staying invisible.

Your empathy feels like a liability, not a leadership strength. You sense when someone's uncomfortable. You read the room. You care about impact. But instead of using that as power, you second-guess yourself, apologize for speaking up, make yourself small to make others comfortable.

This work isn't about becoming someone you're not. It's not about "executive presence" training that makes you feel like you're performing. It's about using presence over perfection. It's about leveraging empathy as the focusing tool it was always meant to be.

Express Yourself Everywhere

Leadership Communication Course

Delivered over 8 weeks with self-paced videos and live practice sessions.

Self-Paced Video Lessons

Work through the curriculum on your own schedule. Three core modules with practical frameworks you can use immediately in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations.

what’s included

Live Practice Sessions

Twice a month over two months, get reps with the tools in a supportive group environment. These aren’t coaching sessions—they’re practice spaces where you build comfort speaking on the spot. You'll practice alongside others at different stages of their journey.

Personalized Playbook

All frameworks and tools in one place that you can customize for your needs. Your go-to resource for any speaking situation—from preparing for presentations to navigating difficult conversations to managing up.

Lifetime Access to Materials

Keep everything forever. Revisit lessons as you grow into new leadership roles. This isn't a program you complete and forget—it's a toolkit you'll use throughout your career.

Investment

Express Yourself Everywhere: Leadership Communication Course

One-time payment: $997
3-month payment plan: $347/month

Pre-sale price (the lowest it will ever be): $697

Hey, I’m Lee

I never saw myself as an expert, either.

I was confident doing the work. But the moment I had to talk about myself, I'd freeze.

Then I realized: perfectionism was making it impossible for me to be present. The moment I stopped trying to "fix" my voice, I could speak fully and freely.

I've spent 10+ years helping empathetic leaders do the same. My clients report 94.3% improved confidence, not because they became someone else, but because they stopped performing and started liberating their voices.

about this work

  • "PresentVoices group sessions helped me find the spark of confidence that I needed to embrace my speaking style."

    Mina Whangbo, Attorney

  • “My coworkers have noticed my increased confidence, and more importantly, I feel it.”

    Veterinarian

  • “Lee's empirical and practical methods have helped arm me with tools to strengthen, empower, and trust in my distinctive voice.”

    U.S. Military Officer

  • "I found myself feeling more comfortable and confident in situations that used to intimidate me."

    Chief Wellness Officer

  • "I have learned to observe the way I speak and communicate, and to embody the tools I needed to be able to reach how I want to be perceived."

    Luciana Garcia, Coach

  • "I learned to let go of those values and practices of patriarchy and white supremacy that make me feel less significant and less worthy to be heard."

    Toya Northington, Artist + Activist

  • "I have gained a foundational confidence from these sessions which is invaluable and has become the foundation of my communication growth journey. I now feel that I have a framework to approach social situations which before would give me hesitation and anxiety."

    Jennifer Jiminez

  • "I appreciate how we were given a opportunities to practice the tools in such supported spaces. I also received positive feedback which further strengthened my ability. Most importantly though, I have gained a foundational confidence from these sessions which is invaluable."

    PresentVoices Participant

  • "PresentVoices has given me an arsenal of tools to use when public speaking, having impactful conversations and speaking off-the-cuff. I highly recommend the program to anyone looking to speak more powerfully while maintaining who they are, with clarity and in the most effective way."

    PresentVoices Participant

  • "Attending the group collective sessions was very helpful as I could find similar challenges in everyone's experiences and learned from their practice as well."

    Engineering Leader

the curriculum

PART 1: EMBODY CONFIDENCE: Building Comfortable Confidence

You're confident when you're comfortable. This section gives you tools to anchor yourself in your body instead of getting lost in thought.

Lesson 1: Get Out of Your Head and Into the Present Moment

Learn to anchor yourself before speaking in high-stakes moments.

What to expect:

  • Physical techniques to ground yourself when status anxiety hits

  • Why presence matters more than perfection

  • How building physical awareness regulates our nervous system

Lesson 2: Prioritize Comfort

Reclaim your right to take up space and stop performing.

What to expect:

  • How to lean back into your authority instead of pushing forward

  • Why comfort isn't weakness—it's the foundation of confident communication

  • How prioritizing comfort for others helps us build confidence

Lesson 3: Consolidate Focus

Direct your attention intentionally instead of scattering.

What to expect:

  • Focus techniques you can use in any moment

  • Why consolidating attention is the antidote to overthinking

  • Physical anchors that ground you in the present

Lesson 4: Oxygenate Your Body

Change how you sound by changing how you breathe.

What to expect:

  • How breath connects to vocal stability and presence

  • Breath technique for nervous system regulation

  • The difference between shallow anxiety breathing and grounded, supported breath

What changes after Part 1:

✓ You stop spiraling in your head

✓ You have physical tools to ground yourself before speaking

✓ You understand your struggle is a rational response to broken rooms

✓ You can regulate your nervous system in real-time

✓ You can access calm and confidence even when authority is in the room

PART 2: OWN EXPERTISE: Owning Your Leadership Identity

Articulate your unique perspective so you always know how to contribute your expertise in any setting.

Lesson 1: Map Your Zone of Expertise

Identify what only you know and build your authority map.

What to expect:

  • How to identify your unique zone of expertise

  • Building your authority map so you can speak from genuine knowledge

  • How to stop seeking external validation and find internal validation instead

Lesson 2: Introduce with Impact

Position your expertise clearly in any context.

What to expect:

  • Crafting a powerful way to introduce yourself that positions your leadership

  • Making it conversational and authentic, not memorized

  • Adapting your introduction for different contexts (networking, presentations, interviews)

Lesson 3: Prepare to Be Put on the Spot

A consistent approach to preparing for any speaking moment without over-preparing.

What to expect:

  • Why over-preparing is exhausting and doesn't work

  • An adaptable framework you can personalize for any moment of preparation

  • A consistent foundation for preparation so you build confidence

Lesson 4: Scaffold Not Script

Build flexible talking points that let your authentic voice through.

What to expect:

  • Why scripts make you sound robotic and keep you in your head

  • How to create scaffolding (not scripts) for flexible preparation

  • How to organize your thoughts on the fly

What changes after Part 2:

✓ You stop deferring to authority

✓ You position yourself clearly and confidently

✓ You express your expertise spontaneously without scripts

✓ You prepare without over-preparing (saving hours of mental energy)

✓ You respond with clarity when put on the spot

PART 3: LEVERAGE EMPATHY: Using Empathy as Your Focusing Tool

We don't need more Executive Presence—dominant leaders who struggle with actual connection. The world needs Empathetic Presence: people who can speak truth clearly.

Lesson 1: Empathetic Influence

Shift from performing confidence to generating trust.

What to expect:

  • How to use empathy to read the room and adapt your approach

  • Why seeking external validation keeps you in your head

  • Re-centering your audience instead of over-prioritizing perception

Lesson 2: Strategic Silence

Learn to pause intentionally instead of filling space.

What to expect:

  • How to replace filler words with intentional pauses

  • Why slowing down builds presence and makes you sound more confident

  • How to end statements with impact instead of trailing off

Lesson 3: Manage Conflict with Clarity

Navigate difficult conversations as a form of care, not combat.

What to expect:

  • A framework to use in any moment of potential conflict

  • How to disagree respectfully while standing firm in your perspective

  • Giving and receiving feedback that builds trust

Lesson 4: Leading in Dominant Cultures

Maintain your empathetic approach in competitive environments.

What to expect:

  • How to stop shrinking yourself to fit in

  • Building allies and creating space for others who lead differently

  • Managing up and across

What changes after Part 3:

✓ You use empathy as a focusing tool, not a distraction

✓ You speak up for yourself and others without apologizing

✓ You navigate difficult conversations with clarity and care

✓ You lead with authentic authority in dominant cultures

✓ You ask for resources, promotions, and opportunities with conviction

✓ You create space for other empathetic leaders to rise

Testimonials

  • "Attending the group collective sessions was very helpful as I could find similar challenges in everyone's experiences and learned from their practice as well.”

    — Engineering Leader

  • "PresentVoices group sessions helped me find the spark of confidence that I needed to embrace my speaking style.”

    — Mina Whangbo, Attorney

  • "I learned to let go of those values and practices of patriarchy and white supremacy that make me feel less significant and less worthy to be heard."

    — Toya Northington, Artist & Activist

  • "Lee helped me learn to trust myself and my voice, to be more present with others, to understand and manage my nerves, and shared fantastically easy and practical tools that I know I’ll be using for years to come! "

    — Sarah Karges, Psychotherapist

  • "Within just a few weeks, my speaking nerves dramatically diminished and I felt more confident presenting to clients and speaking off the cuff."

    — Alex Honeysett, CEO

  • "They help you be more of yourself when speaking, not less. And, they give you brilliant tools to do so."

    — Christina Ferguson, Founder and Chief Storyteller, Parable

  • "The single best professional development training I have taken part in."

    — Zachary Rosen, CEO at Pantheon

  • "I have become clearer on who I am and what my purpose is - and how to communicate the impact I can have on my clients."

    — Alex Hurworth, UX Leader

  • "PresentVoices offers a consistent avenue to amplify your authentic voice, bolstering confidence in yourself and your expression. If you seek to tap into your authentic voice in a safe space, this is where you should be."

    — Dr. Bobbi Snowden President, InVested in You Incorporated

  • "I leave the sessions feeling so refreshed, inspired, and supported. It's a great reminder that so many of us have similar fears around communication, and being reminded that I'm not alone is so encouraging."

    — Haley, Product Manager

  • "Lee's focus on providing various tools to disrupt the behaviors and habits that trigger my nervousness and anxiety when public speaking was a game changer for me."

    — VP, Actuary

  • "I have gained a foundational confidence from these sessions which is invaluable and has become the foundation of my communication growth journey. I now feel that I have a framework to approach social situations which before would give me hesitation and anxiety.”

    — Jennifer Jiminez

  • "I appreciate how we were given a opportunities to practice the tools in such supported spaces. I also received positive feedback which further strengthened my ability. Most importantly though, I have gained a foundational confidence from these sessions which is invaluable.”

    — PresentVoices Participant

  • "PresentVoices has given me an arsenal of tools to use when public speaking, having impactful conversations and speaking off-the-cuff. I highly recommend the program to anyone looking to speak more powerfully while maintaining who they are, with clarity and in the most effective way.”

    — PresentVoices Participant

What questions are coming up?

  • I work with people across industries and seniority levels who want to leverage empathy to make an impact. I’ve worked with many physicians, software engineers, product managers, data science leaders, tech executives, nonprofit leaders, activists, engineering leaders, CEOs, and sales leaders.

  • The program lasts for two months. Over that time, you’ll watch self-paced videos (three modules over twelve videos). Most people complete all three modules in 2-3 weeks, but you have lifetime access—go at your own pace.

    The live practice sessions are 60 minutes, twice a month. Can't make one? Join the next. The tools you learn will save you hours of over-preparing for meetings and presentations.

  • Yes. Here's why: You're not broken, and your voice doesn't need fixing. When you consolidate your focus in the present moment—in your body, not your brain—you stop reinforcing the belief that you're not good at this.

    You've been working hard to "get better." We're going to work differently. We'll build comfort and confidence through practice, not perfection. You'll feel improvement quickly.

  • Most programs teach you to perform confidence or "executive presence." They give you scripts. They teach you to sound polished.

    This work is the opposite. It's about liberating your voice, not perfecting it. You'll learn flexible frameworks (not scripts) that let your authentic voice through. You'll use your empathy as a strength, not something to hide.

    This isn't about becoming someone you're not. It's about being more fully yourself.

  • This fear makes sense—especially if you've tried other approaches that didn't help. But here's what's different: We're not asking you to fix anything. We're building on what already works for you when you feel comfortable.

    You get lifetime access to all the video lessons. You can revisit the frameworks anytime. You can choose to continue in the live practice sessions for continued support after the program for a monthly fee. This isn't a quick fix—it's a repeatable process you'll have forever.

  • The fear isn't the problem. The fear makes sense. You've been in rooms where dominant voices get heard and depth gets ignored. Your body is responding to that.

    Overcoming fear isn't about "getting over it" or building false confidence. It's about building tools that help you stay present even when the fear shows up. Tools that replace over-preparation with focused presence. Tools that help you stop performing and start speaking like yourself.

  • Public speaking anxiety isn't just nerves. It's often status anxiety. You're confident in your expertise, but around senior leaders or dominant personalities, you get quiet.

    The physical symptoms are real: heart racing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing. Your body responds to the threat of dominance in the room.

    The struggle isn't your voice. It's situational, systemic. You need personal, practical tools to help you regulate your nervous system and anchor your attention in the present moment.

  • Yes. The video lessons give you proven frameworks that work for thousands of empathetic leaders. The live practice sessions give you supportive witnesses and real-time practice.

    This isn't therapy. It's not in-depth coaching. It's skill-building and practice. If you realize you want more personalized support, private coaching is available—but my group programs have been fully impactful for past participants!

  • Now is exactly the right time. You learn these tools best when you're not under pressure. Practice them in low-stakes moments first. Build muscle memory. Then when the high-stakes opportunity comes, you're ready.

    Waiting until you "need" it means you're learning under stress. Start now. Be ahead in two months.

  • Yes. We offer a 3-month payment plan at $347/month. We also have limited pay-what-you-wish spots for those working in social justice or who have lost their livelihood. Email lee@presentvoices.com to apply.

    This work will open more opportunities for you. We'll work on positioning yourself for promotion, negotiation, and visibility. For many clients, this investment pays for itself.

  • Yes. Anxiety and attention challenges show up in similar ways. The tools in this program help you consolidate your focus in the present moment—which is exactly what helps with both speaking anxiety and attention regulation.

    Full body focus equals presence. More presence means more confidence and deeper connection.

  • Yes, I offer two private coaching paths:

    Executive (3 months): $1,700/month

    Expert (6 months): $1,600/month

    Both include bi-weekly private sessions, action plans, real-time support between sessions, and monthly group practice.

  • Executive presence is usually code for performing dominance. It's about projecting authority, commanding rooms, looking polished.

    That's not what the world needs.

    We don't need more dominant, disconnected leaders who struggle with actual connection. We need Empathetic Presence: people who can speak truth clearly, who use their empathy as a focusing tool, who align their voices with their values.

    Empathetic Presence means you stop performing confidence and start embodying it. You stop deferring to authority and start trusting your expertise. You get out of your head and into the present moment.

Have more questions? Email me at Lee@presentvoices.com

This work is for you if you:

  • Are stepping into your first leadership role and want to lead with authentic authority

  • Manage a team and want to communicate with clarity without performing dominance

  • Are an empathetic professional tired of watching less experienced colleagues get promoted because they "sound" more confident

  • Want to use your voice to influence and advocate for what matters

  • Are ready to stop shrinking in rooms that matter

  • Believe empathy is a leadership strength, not a weakness

This work is NOT for you if you:

  • Want to perform dominance or command rooms through intimidation

  • Expect results without practicing and building new muscle memory

  • Are looking for scripts or a "fake it till you make it" approach

  • Want someone to fix your voice instead of learning to liberate it

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Investment

Express Yourself Everywhere: Leadership Communication Course

One-time payment: $997
3-month payment plan: $347/month

Pre-sale price (the lowest it will ever be): $697

Ready to stop performing and start leading?

The world needs people who can speak truth clearly, who can articulate what matters, who can align our voices with our values.

Not next year. Not when you've practiced enough. Right now.

ENROLL IN EXPRESS YOURSELF EVERYWHERE

Questions? Email lee@presentvoices.com