Transform the way you communicate.

Learn to tell stories that move people and speak with confidence, joy and authenticity.

Whether you're pitching to investors, presenting to your team, or speaking at a conference: the key to connecting with your audience is story.

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At ‘The Art of Public Speaking’, Esther de Bruijn offers group training and personal coaching on public speaking with confidence.


Based in Berlin & Amsterdam. Working internationally, in person and online.

Do you experience nervousness before speaking up in public?

Do you struggle to structure your ideas into a compelling narrative?

Would you like to become a more confident and inspiring speaker?

I am Esther de Bruijn and I would love to show you the joy public speaking will bring you, once you manage to get past the nervousness and authentically communicate your ideas and visions. 

New doors will open & you can take your career to a next level - once you learn how to master the art of public speaking.

From ‘simply’ speaking up in meetings, to presenting something in front of your team or giving a TED-talk in a full theatre: I’d love to coach you!

Find out more about what I offer here.

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What I offer

  • Three women doing a public speaking excercise, looking motivated and interested

    In-company trainings

    Book a half or full-day seminar for you and your colleagues, to train your public speaking muscle together.

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  • Two women, 1 coach and 1 coachee, cheering happy, behind microphone

    1-1 coaching

    Deep dive into your public speaking journey!
    Let’s get you ready for a big speech or presentation.

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  • Colourful, creative room, with participants in workshop setting and 1 woman behind microphone

    Off-sites

    Get out of the office with your team & enjoy a fun day of learning together, in an inspiring environment.

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  • Paper, pens, stationary for workshop, put together on a high table

    Story Coaching

    Storytelling is the most successful way of connecting your message to your audience. In story coaching, I help you find your story and craft it in a compelling narrative.

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A selection of my clients

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What the people I’ve worked with say:

  • "This workshop was amazing! You conducted this workshop with such passion and a beautiful vibe. Went home with a big smile & had loads of fun while learning new things!"

    Eka Neumann, Globalcontact consulting

  • "Working in this pitch training was a transformative experience for me. Esthers guidance on body language helped me convey confidence and engage my audience effectively. Her insights and coaching style were incredibly valuable, and I feel there’s so much more I could learn from her!"

    Gasimova Narmin, PhD student at Politecnico Milano

  • "Esther was able to lead us in a comfortable yet interesting journey: facing our fears and the correct usage of the voice were a game changer!"

    Mirko Merchiori - People Services Manager

  • "What an engaging and fun way to overcome the fear of public speaking and showing up with confidence. Esther created a safe space for us to practice and grow. I can really recommend this as a team activity and I loved to see all the progress we made!"

    Lara Schweinebart, Team Lead People Services