
MY STORY
I've had a love affair with the stage for as long as I can remember. Not because I'm chasing fame – but because I believe in the power of authentic connection. Every time someone steps back from sharing their voice because of fear or anxiety, the world misses out on something valuable. And I'm here to change that.
Here's what I know for certain: public speaking isn't a gift bestowed upon a chosen few. It's an art form, one that I've dedicated my life to understanding, breaking down, and rebuilding. Like any art, it requires dedication, practice, and a willingness to see beauty in the details.
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I'm obsessed with the science of communication. When others see a TED Talk, I see a masterclass in pace and timing. When I watch executives in meetings, I'm studying the subtle power plays in their body language. While some people collect stamps or trade stocks, I collect those "magic ingredients" that turn good speakers into unforgettable ones. Prior to Charismaki, I pursued a sales career to improve my own influence, persuasion, and personally experienced what getting rejected feels like over cold calls, so I could put myself in your shoes when it comes to embracing fear.
Kobe Bryant once said, "the world is your library." That quote lives in my bones. I find speaking lessons everywhere – in street performers commanding crowds, in children telling stories, in the way different cultures navigate conversation. Every observation becomes a tool I can pass on to others.
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Let me be clear: I'm not here to claim I'm the world's greatest speaker. What I am is dedicated. While others spread their focus across dozens of skills, I've chosen this one craft. I break down the complexity of human communication into pieces you can actually use. Because something extraordinary happens when people find their voice – they don't just speak better, they live better. Trust grows. Opportunities appear. Real connections form.
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My mission isn't just about teaching public speaking. It's about helping people feel comfortable in their own skin and, in turn, making others feel comfortable too. It's about turning that anxiety into excitement, that fear into fuel.
Think of me as your speaking scientist, your communication craftsman, your confidence catalyst. I've dedicated my life to this art so you don't have to – but I will help you master it.
