For Melek, a Turkish professional working in sales for a U.S. based company, communication was central to her role. However, she often felt her pronunciation and delivery created barriers when connecting with clients. Seeking to strengthen her speech clarity, reduce filler words, and gain more confidence in presentations, she turned to The Elocution Coach.
The Challenge
Working in sales meant that Melek was constantly presenting and engaging with clients, but she noticed her speech wasn’t always landing the way she intended. She shared:
“There were many sounds I struggled to pronounce, which I believe significantly affected my articulation and overall communication. I also wanted to improve my presentation skills and needed help with using too many filler words and speaking too quickly.”
Beyond technical aspects, she also battled moments of self-consciousness, particularly when asked about her background. As she explained:
“I used to get in my head about my communication skills, especially anytime when the prospects asked where I am from ‘originally.’”
The Approach
With her coach, Shaunagh, Melek found a highly supportive and structured programme tailored to her exact needs. Each session focused on practical, measurable improvement.
“Shanaugh has been incredibly helpful. She has been tracking my progress and consistently working with me on the areas of my speech that need improvement. She shows me the correct way to pronounce sounds I used to struggle with, pinpoints mistakes in my technique, and prepares worksheets so we can practice them out loud together, often mimicking real-life scenarios.”
The blend of technical exercises, targeted worksheets, and scenario-based practice allowed Melek to tackle her challenges in a way that directly reflected her work environment.
The Results
As the weeks progressed, Melek noticed a significant transformation in both her speech and confidence.
“Now I feel very much confident and I feel like my speech has become much more clear.”
This clarity not only improved her communication with clients but also reduced the mental burden she once carried into sales conversations.
Conclusion
Looking back, Melek is proud of her progress and highly recommends The Elocution Coach to others.
“I highly recommend working with Shaunagh because she has been laser focused on helping me maximize the clarity and confidence in my speech.”
Her advice for others is clear:
“If there are certain words you struggle to pronounce and have been brushing off, or if you know that expressing yourself clearly isn’t your strong suit, I strongly suggest joining. Our speech is often the loudest expression of how we carry ourselves, and investing in how we speak can significantly improve the way we’re perceived and how effectively we communicate and bring great ROI on a professional and social level.”
If, like Melek, you want to strengthen your clarity, confidence, and presentation skills in professional settings, The Elocution Coach can help. Apply for your free consultation today and discover how tailored speech coaching can transform the way you communicate.
