Building Confidence
A practical seminar focused on understanding speaking nerves, preparing effectively and developing the confidence to speak clearly when attention turns to you.
John Dove · Private Sessions
The words that define
Confidence.
Bespoke public speaking and presentation coaching from a nationally ranked speaker and criminal barrister — for boardrooms, big pitches and the speeches that matter most.
The Practice
One coach. No shortcuts.
Exceptional results.
John Dove works privately with a select number of clients each year — corporate leaders facing pivotal moments, and individuals who want a speech that genuinely lands. Every session is built around you.
What We Offer
Coaching for life'sbiggest moments.
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One-to-One Coaching
Private, tailored sessions built entirely around you — your goals, your challenges, and the moment you're preparing for. Whether that's an interview, a conference, or simply feeling more confident day to day.
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Presentations & Pitches
Courtroom-tested techniques for executives and founders — structuring a persuasive argument, commanding a room, and handling tough questions without losing your composure.
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Wedding Speeches
Speech writing and delivery coaching for best men, maids of honour, parents and couples. We help you craft something genuinely funny, heartfelt and memorable — and deliver it with confidence on the day.
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Private & Corporate Seminars
Exclusive workshops for leadership teams, private members' clubs and high-end events. An expert-led experience built around your organisation's needs, delivered with the precision of a courtroom advocate.
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Public Seminars
Open seminars on confidence, presentation skills and public speaking — for anyone looking to develop in a supportive group setting. An accessible entry point, and a natural first step towards private coaching.
John Dove
Coaching built on
real expertise.
John Dove has spent years at the intersection of competitive speaking, legal advocacy and coaching. He founded Speed Mooting, an advocacy training company that has worked with thousands of aspiring lawyers, and brings that same precision to private coaching.
The work is always the same: understand what needs to be said, remove what does not belong, and prepare until the speaker can own the material.
- Criminal Barrister, Charterhouse Chambers
- Founder, Speed Mooting
- Nationally ranked competitive speaker, Association of Speakers Clubs
- President, Liverpool Speakers Club
- Private coaching across the UK
Public Seminars
Learn to speakwith greater confidence.
Public seminars provide practical guidance for people who want to become clearer, more confident and more effective speakers.
How to Deliver a Presentation
Learn how to structure, prepare and deliver presentations that are clear, engaging and easy for an audience to follow.
Public Speaking for Beginners
An introduction to the fundamentals of public speaking for people who want to become more comfortable, capable and confident in front of an audience.
Interested in a future seminar?
Register your interest and we'll let you know when new public seminars are announced.
Looking for something private?
John also works privately with individuals, professionals and organisations preparing for presentations, speeches and other important speaking situations.
Get in TouchWhat clients say
Words from the room.
John transformed how I approach a room. The investor pitch landed — and we closed the round.
I was terrified of the board presentation. John gave me complete confidence. The feedback was the best I've ever received.
My best man speech had people laughing and crying. Three months later guests still mention it. Worth every session.
Insights
Ideas for becominga better speaker.
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Ready to speakwith confidence?
Tell John what you're preparing for and where you need help.
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