Life is simply better when you.....

You can learn new skills: Even if you are already doing well you can always go that extra mile and learn greater skills to maximise your potential. It is not just at work you need these skills either, every aspect of your life will improve if you learn to communicate with confidence.

The spoken word: Speaking in public can be daunting but with coaching and little practice it can become a joy. I offer one on one coaching to help you to develop the skills needed to articulate correctly and this will help you to develop confidence in yourself.

The Written word: Expressing yourself is so important and sometimes it is difficult to find the right words. I can teach you how to write more effectively or I can write that important piece for you. I write speeches for weddings as well as submissions, requests, brochures, advertising copy, marketing letters, letters of introduction, other letters and documents as required. 

Interview Techniques: Qualifications and on the job skills are not always enough to get you the career of your dreams. Learn how to communicate effectively by preparing yourself, using the right body language and dressing to impress in the appropriate setting. If you are well prepared and confident you will have the edge over others, there is no coming second in a job interview. Interview techniques are very important when trying to make the right impression, learn some tips and tricks that will help you in all areas of your life.

Image: How you look and come across to others is important too. I can help you improve your image through dress, colour and body language so that you learn to give others a winning impression of yourself.

Speaking is an art form. Learn how to speak confidently and expressively. Learn how to prepare and construct a speech, Learn opening a speech and concluding a speech. Learn appropriate gestures, how to rehearse your speech. You will learn the use of word power and word pictures, how to use your voice effectively and how to improve your reading and listening skills as well as develop the ability to use notes impressively and most importantly ........

"How to overcome nervousness"

I would love to help you achieve your goals in life, to grow more confident and to excell

Ring Karen Matheson in Cairns

Business: (07) 4051 9676

Mobile: 0413 184 033

Email

At Work: dress with confidence, present the right image at interviews and in the workplace, be noticed in a positive way, communicate effectively, be positively assertive, improve overall performance, improve work relationships,   learn motivational techniques

At Home: improve personal expression, develop good listening skills, become more aware of the needs and communication skills of others, be proactive in solving domestic matters with fairness and ease. Good and positive communication is essential for healthy relationships

In Life: become a winner, overcome obstacles with ease, speak effectively and confidently, learn how to start a conversation with other people, use your body language, improve your image and gain confidence

Public speaking and public image: speak in public effectively and confidently, create a first impression, use your voice effectively, impact on your audience, presentation skills, improve your Image, breathing techniques, write a speech (following a simple formula) 

Interview techniques: how to overcome nervousness, sell yourself with style and confidence

You can never have too many communications skills - consult karen now

Gain important life skills that you were never taught in school or even in the mainstream of life, become more confident and let me enable you to Present with Style.

In just a few short lessons you will feel yourself become more special, more powerful, a stronger person.

Perhaps you feel the need to be able to sell yourself better or maybe you feel terrified when you walk into a crowded room and do not know anyone there. I can give you tips and strategies that will overcome your fears. You will learn that introductions don’t take long and what an important role body language plays in our every day life.

Overcoming your fears can be a gigantic hurdle in life, but when you learn the basic elements of how to build your confidence through personal training and coaching in a quiet non threatening environment.

You will become more aware, less fearful, more positive and self assured. Armed with skills that will simply make life better for you and you will be ready to face the world, Presenting with Style.

About Karen

I have been passionate about public speaking and the power of words for many years and recently won the Far North Queensland Speaker of the Year award for 2010 through Rostrum, the longest running speaking organisation in the world. I am also an accredited, qualified critic/evaluator of speeches through the Rostrum Movement this enables me to help you improve your speaking skills.

My professional background is management, public relations, sales, fundraising, promotion, advertising, marketing, supervising and training staff, real estate agents,and volunteers.

In these roles I have specialised in motivating others to exceed expectations. I have excellent negotiating skills, job selection skills, very strong sales ability, ability to develop solutions, write creatively, be organised, enthusiastic and highly professional.

I have been a successful small business owner since 2003. My areas of work have included Real Estate Sales, Aged Care, Hospital Public Relations and Administration, and Community Care. I am passionate about Community issues and volunteer for several organisations being on both management committees and out in the field.

We need many skills learned over a lifetime to have a balanced life. I look forward to being able to share these skills with you and help you to be the best that you can be. 

Karen Matheson

Telephone: (07) 4051 9676
Mobile: 0413 184 033
Email: karenincairns@bigpond.com