Speakeasy Coaching

13/07/2026

Lots of fabulous events coming up.
If you want to find out what it's like to work with us, then there's never been a better time.

Here's whats coming up:
Beginners comedy course Worthing and Brighton Sept
https://brightonstandupcomedy.co.uk/courses/beginners-comedy-course/
Find your Voice masterclass- Brighton 25th September
https://speakeasycoach.co.uk/pitch-and-present-masterclass/
Public speaking and comedy course taster sessions Thursday 13th August
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/comedy-public-speaking-taster-tickets-1993327402921
Monthly Speakeasy Networking: Women with Personality- 27th August, 24th Sept, 22nd Oct
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speakeasy-networking-women-with-personality-tickets-1993323773064
Comedy Course graduation night 20th August 2026
https://brightonstandupcomedy.co.uk/the-graduation-gig/

13/07/2026

What a lovely way to end the week.

I had the pleasure of speaking at the Merriman Grange networking event this morning about communicating with confidence, personality and impact.

I shared my journey as a stand-up comedian, including some of the highs, lows and lessons along the way.

One of my biggest tips was to use humour in your business communications and when you speak. It’s a brilliant way to connect with your audience and make yourself more memorable and relatable.

The idea that using humour in business somehow reduces your professional gravitas is nonsense. It’s a myth.

Whether you’re introducing yourself at a networking event, pitching to a client, leading a meeting or standing up to present, your personality isn’t something to hide. It’s often the thing people remember most.

We’ve also got some brilliant local events coming up, including a public speaking and stand-up comedy taster session, plus a new monthly Speakeasy networking event for women. You’ll find them all on Eventbrite.

If you're looking for a speaker who'll bring a bit of humour, energy and practical advice to your next event, let's have a chat.

06/05/2026

PITCH & PRESENT: BE HEARD IN THE ROOM
21st May | Brighton

Brilliant ideas mean nothing if nobody listens.
Too many professionals hold back in meetings, over-explain, ramble when nervous, or struggle to influence senior people with confidence.

This masterclass is designed to change that.

Pitch & Present is not about becoming a “salesperson.” It’s about learning how to communicate with clarity, authority and impact.
We’ll cover:
• Executive presence
• Influencing stakeholders
• Presenting with confidence
• Being heard in the room
• Handling pressure and nerves
• Leadership communication
• Speaking with personality and authority

Perfect for:
✔ Business owners
✔ Team leaders
✔ HR professionals
✔ Managers
✔ Anyone who wants to communicate more effectively at work

Ideal for individuals or team bookings.

Delivered by comedian, coach and speaker Louise Stevenson, combining communication expertise with techniques from stand-up comedy to help you engage naturally and speak with confidence.

Brighton | 21st May
Limited spaces available.
Message me directly for details or booking info.

The Masterclass Series These masterclasses aren’t about “selling” in the traditional sense. They’re designed to help professionals communicate with greater influence, authority, and confidence in the workplace. From stakeholder management and executive presence to difficult conversations, vi...

08/04/2026

😄 Proof your team-building day can actually be fun.

This team showed up…
And within minutes:

Dave from Finance was delivering like a keynote speaker
Sarah from HR was getting laughs
And the whole room realised presenting isn’t nearly as scary as they thought

🎤 No awkward icebreakers.
No corporate clichés.
No one banging on about “projecting your voice” like it’s 1987.

Just practical, confidence-building communication skills your team will actually use… delivered in a way people genuinely enjoy.

That’s the difference.

💬 With 85+ recommendations, our clients don’t just attend these sessions… they feel the impact long after.

Because this isn’t just about presenting.

It’s about:
• Speaking up in meetings
• Communicating clearly across teams
• Building confidence with clients and stakeholders
• Creating a consistent, credible voice as a business

At Speakeasy Coaching, we turn:

➡️ Nervous speakers into confident communicators
➡️ Rambling updates into clear, impactful messages
➡️ Quiet teams into engaged, collaborative ones

And yes… people actually look forward to it.

If your team’s ready to step up, we should talk.

📩 Get in touch to build a happier, more productive team.

29/03/2026

If you’ve ever wanted to feel calmer presenting, pitch without waffling, or stop your nerves hijacking your brain mid-sentence, here’s what’s coming up locally:

🎤 Pitch & Present – 21st May- BrightonA practical, high-energy workshop to help you structure your message, speak with confidence and actually enjoy presenting. Perfect for business owners, freelancers and anyone who has to “sell” themselves or their ideas.

🎭 Beginners Comedy Course – starts May in Worthing and September-BrightonEight weeks, seven workshops and a live graduation gig. It’s not just about stand-up. It’s about confidence, storytelling and finding your voice. You don’t have to be the loud one in the room. Many aren’t.

🎤 Out of the Box Networking & Comedy Event – 4th June, WorthingNetworking with a difference. The aim is to create genuine connections in a relaxed, social environment, followed by live stand-up comedy. A fun quarterly event for local professionals.💬

1:1 CoachingBespoke sessions for public speaking, leadership communication, sales pitches or adding humour to your delivery.

All events info can be found through Speakeasy Coaching and Brighton Comedy Course websites. Or DM me. 🙌 https://linktr.ee/louisestevensoncoach

23/03/2026

Who can afford to be a speaker these days?

I’m seeing more “pay to play” opportunities creeping into the speaking world… and I’m struggling with it.

There’s a commonly cited insight from communication coach Carmine Gallo (author of Talk Like TED) that great talks can take around 20 hours of preparation for every minute of delivery.

So a 20-minute talk? That’s roughly 400 hours of work behind the scenes.

And now… speakers are being asked to pay to deliver it?

I’m always telling my clients: ‘Charge what you’re worth.’

They invest in coaching. They spend hours crafting strong, engaging content.

They rehearse so they can deliver with confidence and impact.

And then they’re asked to pay to share their expertise?

That doesn’t sit right. Because when you factor in travel, accommodation, and time away from the business, speaking can already be a significant investment.

I understand events are expensive to run. I really do.

But this trend feels disheartening.

I first saw it creep into the comedy circuit years ago. It caused a lot of frustration then… and I’m surprised to see it appearing more in the speaking space now.

It also raises a bigger question. Who can actually afford to speak in this model?

Because it stops being about ideas and expertise…and starts being about who can afford the entry fee.

Is it just me? Or are other speakers feeling this too?

17/03/2026

What a cracking testimonial. Thanks Rachael 🙌

Rachael attended the Pitch and Present Masterclass and shared this brilliant feedback.

These sessions are small, practical and very hands-on. People don’t just sit and listen. They practise, get feedback, and leave with techniques they can use straight away in meetings, pitches and presentations.

My background in stand-up comedy also means we cover how to manage a room, control nerves and use your voice with real impact 🎤
We also have lunch and plenty of laughs 😄

Next session: Friday 27 March
Chimney House, Brighton 📍

If you’re keen to change how you feel about speaking up, presenting and networking to raise your profile and win new business, the booking link is in the comments.

24/02/2026

This caricature made me laugh far more than it should have.

Somewhere between the giant grin, Brighton Pier glowing in the background and the slightly chaotic energy… it’s not completely inaccurate.

As most of you know, I run Speakeasy Coaching and Brighton Comedy Course.

Which means I spend my days helping people:

• speak with more confidence
• structure their ideas properly
• lead rooms without shrinking
• use humour to connect
• and realise they’re braver, and often funnier, than they thought

Sometimes that’s a corporate leadership team.
Sometimes it’s someone preparing for a huge pitch.
Sometimes it’s a nervous first-timer stepping onto a comedy stage.

Different rooms. Same foundations.

I now have 80+ recommendations on LinkedIn, which still feels slightly surreal and something I’m incredibly grateful for.

If you ever hear of a company looking for communication training, leadership development, presentation coaching, keynote speaking or comedy confidence workshops, please do keep me in mind.

It’s what I do, and I love it.
There's a Pitch and Present masterclass on the 27th of March.
and a beginners comedy course starting 10th March.
Get in touch if you want to discuss.

27/11/2025

Public speaking doesn’t have to be a daunting challenge.
With the right support, you can turn nerves into confidence and become a skilled, authoritative speaker. At Speakeasy Coaching, we offer tailored, transformative 1:1 coaching to help you speak with authenticity, clarity, and impact.
We're also big on bringing your personality into to your comms, so if that's your cuppa tea, then have a look at our coaching and book in a call for a chat.
https://speakeasycoach.co.uk/one-to-one-coaching/

17/09/2025

🎙️✨ Free Event — A Zest to Zen Podcast! ✨🎙️

Excited to be part of this brilliant line-up on the Zest to Zen Podcast — and yes, it’s free to join (I know, very generous!).

I’ll be sharing stories, insights, and practical tools to help you communicate with confidence and authenticity. There might even be a little sneak peek into my new thriller Die Laughing.

📅 Date: 18th September
⏰ Time: 11AM (UK Time)
🔗 Join us live on Zoom: https://lnkd.in/egbp4nbu

Come along, pick up some tools you can put into action straight away, and enjoy a lively session with a great group of speakers.

Who’s in?