SOME WORDS FROM our long-TERM CLIENTS…

“Michael has exceptional empathy, empowering you to better link expression with the messages you want to convey, and the relationship rapport you want to develop. He is an astute listener, and knows what he knows and doesn’t know. You feel you have the presence of a real partner - still in the room with you - carrying through from the preparation to the live situation; thus, Michael engenders in you a sense of calm, confidence, and self-assurance that you can take away with you”  

-Global Executive Search & Board Advisory Partner

"I fully endorse the cynospeak program, which has really assisted me over the last few months. I had not analysed my delivery in terms of speed and tone. Previously, I would look to get to the end of the speech very quickly, thereby missing out on the opportunity to communicate well. The techniques have slowed my delivery, allowing me to articulate much better, and to emphasise the right content. My personal issues with speech-making were centered around self-confidence. These techniques have made me believe in myself again. My thanks to a really skilled and great coach!"

-UK Business Development Director, Corporate & Commercial Finance

"A unique teaching method to enhance one’s vocal delivery whilst engaging with an audience. As someone used to public speaking but who wanted to improve upon my performance as my audiences grew, I decided to enlist his help and was amazed at the result. Without giving too much away, his utilisation of numerous, specialised vocal exercises allowed me, within a matter of hours, to noticeably increase my projection and clarity, allowing for a far greater degree of confidence. The techniques are so simple and effective that they have now become an integral part of my training regime and I have already made use of them in recent media interviews. For anyone considering this type of process I would strongly recommend cynospeak as your first option!"

-International Security Consultant & Author

“My sessions with Michael were deeply inspiring. With his guidance and techniques, he helped me to find my authority and individuality as a speaker. He encouraged me to engage with the emotional contours and resonance of my words, which ultimately led to me being able to deliver them with confidence, authenticity and impact."

-Award Winning Composer, Conductor & Orchestrator

“I’ve always been terrified of public speaking, clamming up, turning red, unable to speak, often not expressing the exact message I wanted to get across, as succinctly as possible. Quite simply, I couldn’t have written or delivered any of the speeches I have without the help and guidance of Michael.  He helps me to clarify exactly what I want to say, how to structure it, and in what tone to deliver every point to get the message across.  The cynospeak method uses a number of techniques, using language and tone to encourage your audience to really listen to what you are saying, engage, and act accordingly. Michael listens very attentively, he does his research about your subject, and guides his client to come up with what is necessary, almost without realising it.  He has the gift of making someone feel it is their idea when, in fact, it was his.  He wears his knowledge very lightly, incorporates humour, focus, integrity, and a real understanding of the subject, helping his client to feel more confident. In short, cynospeak is by far the most effective method of helping anyone to be at their best, and most persuasive as a communicator.”

-Dasha Shenkman OBE

"While very used to the communication of brisk, efficient and technically correct information, after going freelance I found that the variety of professional situations in which I was required to speak necessitated an almost completely different set of verbal and vocal skills. cynospeak’s bespoke training methods radically altered my public speaking mindset and totally expanded and improved my portfolio of delivery skills”

-Former Special Adviser to Ministers, Civil Service

“Whilst I had some limited experience of singing, I had very little confidence in my voice and, in particular, public performance. Having been made aware of Michael’s music and communications coaching background, we began working together on a regular basis putting into place a variety of critical techniques, including those of cynospeak. Through understanding and applying those techniques, both my voice and general confidence in performance have improved dramatically. Michael coaches in a calm, patient and non judgemental manner, which allows for a freedom of expression that was vital to my progress.  We continue working together both in person and online, and I am delighted to be able to offer my endorsement.”

-Chartered Valuation Surveyor & Commercial Property Development and Investment Director

"Michael is infinitely knowledgeable and an excellent coach. He prepared me for a gruelling interview process after a number of years out of the workplace.  I hold him single handedly responsible for my success. He helped me to prepare for a presentation in an unfamiliar subject area, challenging my arguments at every step and ensuring my presentation was properly structured and balanced.  I have always hated public speaking and interviews and suffer from terrible nerves but Michael made me feel confident and able to perform under pressure.  I would highly recommend him to anyone approaching a presentation, interview or important meeting.  He will ensure you perform at your very best!"

-Project Manager, International Media Group

“For most of my life I was afraid of public speaking.  I was also somewhat extremely and unhealthily self-conscious of the sound of my voice whenever I produced speech or song. Through Michael - I corrected all of that. He is so incredibly knowledgeable, and vastly experienced on how to get the best out of your voice that - not only will you get better at speaking, you will become the absolute best you could ever be at speaking. Together, we built a new ability to communicate successfully, but more importantly - we instilled a lifelong confidence in my spoken, and now-liberated voice. I've applied his teachings from client meetings, singing, and recordings, to just about every meeting with a stranger, and it is immense how much my life has positively changed since engaging with and applying Michael's teachings.  I have him, his patience, his understanding, enjoyable activities, and even more impressive faith in me, to thank.”

-Technology Consultant & Ornithologist

"Although unavoidable in my working life and my social life, making speeches of any sort had never been an activity I felt confident about. It took a painful public speaking meltdown to finally convince me I really needed to find a way to get around my limitations and insecurities. Because the cynospeak approach is so supportive, personalised and hands-on, I was amazed how quickly I shed the doubt and got right into the important and highly enjoyable business of making the most of my voice. The difference is incredible! Now I feel I really know my authentic voice and how to use it!"

-Captain, Royal Army Medical Corps

"cynospeak is unlike any other method of public speaking training - the others depend almost entirely on convincing you that you are a better speaker than you are - the cynospeak approach actually makes you into a better speaker than you ever thought you could be - the difference is profound and potentially life changing!"

-Committee Member, Equity UK

"cynospeak's unique training methods enable and empower you to speak with absolute confidence and maximum impact!"

-Leadership & Personal Development Tutor/Coach, Institute of Leadership & Management