It’s not always easy to speak to groups. How do we connect with an audience authentically, tell a good story, and convince them of our message? How do we do that when we don’t feel as confident as we would like? And yet being able to relax and be ourselves when we speak is perhaps one of the most important factors in giving a professional presentation. It can help us stay focused and creative when we speak – which in turn supports us to get our message across with confidence and more authority. This workshop is not about tips, tricks and techniques. It’s about building genuine strength as a speaker – from the inside out. The skills we’ll practice are useful for all forms of professional communication - in meetings, departmental presentations, at conferences, and also in one-to-one conversations. Bring an attitude of open curiosity, and a willingness to try something new, and you might be surprised by what is possible.
Relax into the speaker role
Strengthen your professional presence
Connect more easily and authentically with your audience
Speak with confidence and engage your listeners
Get your message across more clearly, and with more impact
Stay open, flexible, and creative – and inspire people
Date and Time:
The course will take place on 25 and 26 June 2026, running from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on both days.
Please note that this course is GIGA internal only.
About the Trainer:
Millie Baker studied English and German philology and received her MA degree from the University of Heidelberg. Based in London, Millie has been working internationally since 1999 as a trainer for scientific presentation and communication skills. In 2016 Millie founded The Speaking Adventure, which offers group training and coaching in academia and beyond.
