Unlock Your Thought Leadership Potential
Coaching Programmes That Bring Your Vision to Life
It’s time to embrace your expertise, articulate your ideas, and accelerate your impact.
These bespoke coaching experiences are designed to help you break through your blockers, create transformational strategies, and position yourself as a recognised authority in your field.
“Helen is supportive, and extremely knowledgeable in her field. She helped me refine my personal core story to support me on my journey of key note speaking.
Alongside this she willingly shared how to elevate my current coaching business to make myself more widely appealing in the corporate world.
No question I asked, or concern I had was an issue for Helen.
Recorded zoom sessions, and unlimited what’s app access during our three months working together has been a huge game changer in how I run my business going forward.”
You’re ambitious, driven, and full of ideas.
You’ve done the ground work already and have established your business, getting results for your clients and focusing on what gives you the most joy and sense of fulfillment.
But instead of feeling like you are moving forward, you feel snagged in a loop of ambition, overwhelm and scattered thoughts.
Thoughts like:
“I have so many ideas, but I don’t know where to start or how to make them cohesive.”
“I know there is a story in there that can inspire others but i don’t want to tell my LIFE story”
“Why does it seem like everyone else has it figured out while I’m stuck trying to articulate it all?”
“What if I put myself out there and it doesn’t land?”
“Am I really ready to take the next big step?”
“Staying here feels safer, but I know there’s more to give”
You want to be seen as a thought leader, but fear of visibility, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome are keeping you smaller than you were born to be..
You know you’re capable of so much more, but figuring out how to align your ideas, strategies, and visibility feels like an uphill battle.
There are SO many ideas bubbling in your head, it’s hard to keep track of them all.
That often leads to inaction which means…
The keynote talk you want to share on a stage, remains as a rehearsal in your head.
The book you want to write and help thousands with remains in your Chat GPT, google docs and notepads.
The unique, tried and tested process that transforms your client’s lives is fragmented and hard to articulate to others.
When you go to events or conferences and are asked what you do, you always fall short of explaining exactly what value you provide, because there is so much!
Your visibility on social media is patchy and inconsistent and is based on random thoughts when the mood takes you.
The low level anxiety and urgent need to hurry up and do it all leads to not knowing even where to start.
The truth: you don’t have to figure this out alone.
“Some time ago, I sought a recommendation for someone to assist me in developing my keynote talk. Although I possessed ample content, I lacked a cohesive structure. Upon connecting with Helen, I found her assistance to be invaluable. She swiftly helped me pinpoint my key messages, authority statements, and valuable insights within my extensive content. Helen adeptly guided me in integrating storytelling and seamlessly linking sections. Her wealth of experience truly shines through. Patient and meticulous, Helen ensures she comprehends your objectives. Each session was invigorating as I witnessed my content and talk evolve and coalesce. We began crafting a workshop from my keynote, a project I eagerly look forward to continuing. Helen embodies kindness, compassion, and genuine care for her clients. If you seek to create a impactful and engaging talk, I wholeheartedly recommend consulting with Helen. Thank you so much Helen.“
“Working with Helen over the last few months has been incredible.
I knew that I needed help in shaping how I share the real value of the work I do with real clarity and creativity. Helen’s approach has helped me to achieve that.
The combination of Helen’s unique approach, her challenge, coaching, mentoring and accountability means that you can do the work at the pace that works for you to achieve the results you’re after.
In just six hours, I’ve developed my expert method around the 4 fundamentals of human change, created the first of several signature talks around this topic and have a strategy ready, all designed to help more people. And it’s just the beginning of this journey.
There was no way I could have achieved this without Helen’s support.”
The Foundation: Where We Begin
Each one of my coaching programmes starts with two powerful tools designed to bring clarity and direction to our work together:
The AIR Assessment
Uncover your strengths, barriers, and growth opportunities in areas of Authority, Impact, and Reach.
The Authentic Influence Assessment
Identify how you currently show up as a leader and pinpoint the strategies to amplify your influence and confidence.
“I recently had the privilege of working with Helen to write my story, and the experience was amazing. Helen has a way in helping you find and articulate your authentic voice.
What impressed me most was Helen ability to dig deep and ask the right questions, helping me uncover layers of my journey I hadn’t even considered. The thoughtful guidance made the storytelling process not just productive but deeply personal and meaningful. She helped me clarify my message, identify the pivotal moments of my story, and present it in a way that aligns with my professional goals.
The result has been great. A compelling, clear, and authentic story that I’m proud to share through all avenues such as my website and social media.
This process has elevated my confidence to share my unique story. I advise everyone to take the time to do this.
If you’re looking for a coach who can help you craft your narrative and elevate your personal or professional brand, I wholeheartedly recommend Helen. She helps you write your story so you own it.
Thank you, Helen for helping me find my voice and empowering me to share it.”
Hi, I’m Helen
I’m a Communications Strategist, Leadership Behaviour Expert, Podcaster, TED curator and Speaker Coach, helping people increase their impact, authority and reach through the power of their words.
I spent 15 years in the corporate world helping leaders deliver complex messages in compelling ways to thousands of people.
Along the way I picked up crucial tools in influence and communication and realised that literally ANYONE, no matter how inexperienced or unconfident, can connect with an audience, build trust and make a big impact.
I’ve been on the journey too.
I spent a good few years hiding. I lost my voice and vowed never to stand up and speak in front of people again. I wanted to be invisible as it felt safe.
But I knew I couldn’t stay that way.
After hitting a crunch point and committing to make a change, I gave a TEDx talk at the Brighton Dome, and have since gone on to help people land and deliver their own.
My journey has led to running speaker training programmes, live conferences, workshops, online courses and signature and keynote talks and becoming a TEDx event curator and speaker coach too.
I consult in large blue chip organisations supporting the transformation of their leaders through tried and tested strategies and approaches. I deliver keynotes, workshops and programmes and build long lasting sustainable relationships using my Chocolate Room Strategy
And I want to share it all with you.
“I can’t say enough amazing things about Helen. From the moment I met her, I felt as if I had know her for ages. She was kind and compassionate but most importantly she took my current talk and helped me to turn it into something that sparkled! Her knowledge about speaking and verbal communication within business is out of this world! She was a constant support to me during time we worked together and she always responded to all of my questions with the most brilliant answers and ideas.
If you have a desire to enter the speaking world or want to enhance the impact of your communication with others in a business context, OR you’re currently speaking but want to take it to the next level, you absolutely must work with Helen. You’ll not only leave each session with a smile on your face, but you’ll feel like it’s possible to achieve your dreams. Thank you Helen.”
Choose the Right Experience for Your Needs
The Idea Catalyst
(1 month incubator)
For you if you are ready to birth one game-changing idea into the world.
The Impact Architect
(3 month programme)
For you if you are ready to create a signature project and position yourself for greater influence.
The Thought Leader Engine Room
(6 month experience)
For you if you are ready to build the business engine that positions you as an authority.
Tony Brooks
“I have worked with Helen Packham for over 12 months and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Not only is it enjoyable, but our work gets results. We first worked on revamping my Keynote talk, which is now considerably stronger than the earlier version. I have been out delivering this both online and in person with very positive feedback.
Helen has also helped me with strategies to seek work, which I have been implementing. As an ex TEDx curator, Helen supported me through the application process (which went very smoothly) and also in structuring and delivering the TEDx talk in January 2024.
The feedback from attendees was incredible and it was a brilliant experience for me. In a broader sense, Helen has also worked with me on the writing of my second book and was one of the 10 test readers.
She is intelligent, enthusiastic, positive and has a wealth of experience to tap into. Her biggest strength is that she always does what she says she will do and is highly responsive, which so often isn’t the case in modern business life. I feel blessed to have her as my coach and cannot imagine a time when I would not have Helen involved with what I do.”
Tony Brooks
“I have worked with Helen Packham for over 12 months and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Not only is it enjoyable, but our work gets results. We first worked on revamping my Keynote talk, which is now considerably stronger than the earlier version. I have been out delivering this both online and in person with very positive feedback.
Helen has also helped me with strategies to seek work, which I have been implementing. As an ex TEDx curator, Helen supported me through the application process (which went very smoothly) and also in structuring and delivering the TEDx talk in January 2024.
The feedback from attendees was incredible and it was a brilliant experience for me. In a broader sense, Helen has also worked with me on the writing of my second book and was one of the 10 test readers.
She is intelligent, enthusiastic, positive and has a wealth of experience to tap into. Her biggest strength is that she always does what she says she will do and is highly responsive, which so often isn’t the case in modern business life. I feel blessed to have her as my coach and cannot imagine a time when I would not have Helen involved with what I do.”
Ready to Begin?
This is your time to step forward, own your voice, and create the impact you know you’re capable of. Choose the programme that feels right for you, and let’s bring your vision to life.
“Working with Helen has been hugely empowering. Whilst I have the experience and expertise in my field of stress, resilience and psychology around stress triggers. I lacked clarity on how to make these areas of expertise resonate with clients. My conceptional approach wasn’t landing the way I wanted it to – and my training lacked deep resonance with my audience. Helen’s expert method helped me to develop a powerful signature talk that absolutely does resonate with clients who have big ‘aha’ moments and strong takeaway actions. As a facilitator and trainer, this is exactly the response that I wanted from my work. Working with Helen has also meant that I had an effective and powerful outreach strategy that has enabled me to become visible in my field and helped me to land more interesting corporate opportunities.”
“Helen came recommended by a close colleague of mine. Shortly after that I was asked to deliver two talks at a festival conference. Before the session with Helen I felt confused with how to create impact through my story and deliver the message I wanted people to take-away. After time with Helen I felt very clear on how to structure both talks with clarity and simplicity. Helen is really compassionate but also direct and clear (great at communication). I felt supported, understood and I left feeling empowered and with work to do! Helen taught me methods on delivery, all the way to structuring my slides, After watching me speak, she gave me cues on how I could improve. I took all of her tips onboard and I felt at ease and confident on both stages. I have been booked for another event this year and I’m excited to continue my work with Helen as she’s the expert in this field. She really knows how to bring the best out in you and so your audience gets to experience that too. Thank you Helen.”
Frequently asked questions
Who is this for?
I designed these coaching programmes specifically for business owners, coaches and entrepreneurs who have the foundations of their business in place and are looking to take their expertise, skills and communication to the next level as outlined in each programme. I also support corporate leaders who are looking to develop their verbal communication skills or deliver a talk or presentation and academics who need to present their findings or research to an audience.
Do I have to be experienced as a speaker?
Not at all. I can start from the very beginning by helping you look at speaking as part of your business strategy, how you use your story, ideas, expertise and messages to communicate to your audience and how you to increase your authority, impact and reach. We will draw it all out of your head and put it into structures and strategies that you can confidently share and deliver with impact.
I am already experienced as a speaker, how can you help me?
If you are looking to take your skills to the next level, look at your communication (including speaking) as part of your wider business strategy and diversify your offering or branch out into corporate speaking or keynote delivery, I can help. The techniques and tools I use are gleaned from my years in corporate training delivery, my expertise in storytelling and my experience of delivering keynotes and a TEDx talk, becoming a TED curator and working with some awesome speaker mentors myself.
I need help sharing my story in my content marketing, can you help?
Yes. The core story work we do will enable you to use your story in your social media posts, blogs, videos, webinars or with the press. In podcast or radio interviews, anywhere that helps you get visible and recognised as an expert in your field. I use the latest cutting edge AI tools to support our process and 10x the output.
I want to know how I can land speaking gigs, does the programme cover this?
Part of our work together will be to form a strategy and action plan identifying where you want to speak, what the end goals are and how to do it the right way so you stand out and land the gigs. This will be formed from the perspective of your wider business strategy so that it is all aligned.
How does the process work?
After an initial assessment using the AIR assessment and Authentic Influence Assessment (And Hogan psychometrics if you sign up to the 6 month engine room package) we agree on the key outcomes you want to achieve by the end of our time together. We then meet in person (if in Sussex) or online for our sessions and dive into the process.
During our time together your receive coach in your pocket WhatsApp and email support for the duration of our work time together.
How is it delivered?
At the time of writing, I am able to offer in person in Brighton at Soho House or an agreed location in the Sussex area. If online, sessions will be held over Zoom and recorded using AI tools so that we don’t mix any action. Coach in your pocket support is given over WhatsApp voice note, text and email.
What makes you qualified to offer this service?
I have spent 20 years coaching and training senior leaders on how to communicate more effectively and make an impact with their words. My go to skills were in conflict resolution, influence, negotiation, presentations, events, and internal comms. I picked up the powerful tool of storytelling in this time and found it could be used by anyone regardless of confidence level or personality type to communicate with impact.
After leaving the corporate world I delivered a TEDx talk and went on to run speaker programmes and workshops. I have delivered key note talks, run my own events, am a radio presenter, podcaster and was a TEDx curator and speaker coach. I have also been lucky enough to be mentored by some amazing international speakers.
I continue to work with blue chip organisations delivering leadership behavior and communication programmes and giving talks using my tried and tested methodologies and chocolate room strategy.
What does the coach in your pocket support look like?
Depending on your needs, it is designed to put your plan into action. Whether that be putting your talk together and sending me videos for feedback. Helping you structure and reviewing your pitches, providing advice on how to share your story in your content or online marketing, and providing support and guidance if you are feeling stuck or worried about getting yourself out into the world.
I am a coach in your pocket through the support period to help keep you accountable and moving so that you achieve your dream goals. Contact me whenever you need and I will respond as a priority in my working hours.
Do you give refunds?
The programme is non refundable.
Can I talk to you before signing up?
Absolutely. I want to make sure that the programme is right for your specific circumstances. You can book a complimentary call with me here. Or email me hello@helenpackham.com. Connect with me on Instagram @helenpackham or connect with me on Linkedin.
More praise for Helen
“I worked with Helen to help me formulate my story. I had struggled for some time with what I wanted to say and how I would say it. I honestly didn’t think I had anything interesting to say or that anyone would want to listen. After just a few hours with Helen we had formulated my core story and decided on a list of further topics I could talk about. Either on stage or on my social media.
Helen is so warm and friendly so it was easy for me to share my life story with her. But what was impressive was how she distilled the relevant facts from my story in a sensitive and thoughtful way. She also helped identify the various platforms I could use to share my story and who I should be connecting with. I have since shared my story on Facebook lives, in my newsletters and on my website. I have had such a wonderful response from people and really feel as though I’m connecting with my audience on a much deeper level.
If you are looking for a way to share your core story a way that feels natural and genuine, you have to work with Helen.”
Max Gooding & Kate Wood
Noodle Co-Founders
“Helen has been a fantastic coach for us through the launch and beyond of our new business, Noodle.
She was crucial for helping us find and convey our story in a way that works for any audience and has given us so much practical advice too for our social media presence and podcast series.
She’s such a champion and gives us honest, usable insight as to where we should focus our time, money and energy.
She makes even the difficult parts of being an entrepreneur feel genuinely worth it – she’s been there, done it and knows what she’s on about.”
Michelle Roberton
Sexual Trauma and Intimacy Alchemist
“Helen supported me in creating a pathway of my core story in a way that was respectful to those I cherish aligned with my truth and of service to those I desire to support, while condensing it down and without minimising its strong message.
She made what for years, had seemed too ‘much’ take shape easier for me to believe ‘yes, I can share this’, ‘yes it is so time!’ Helen is the fairy godmother of making our passions to share our voices possible.”
“Helen is adept at drawing the story out of ideas and then helping to craft that story, making it flow in a gentle and encouraging manner so that I didn’t feel criticised.
Her energy coupled with her warm and supportive style makes the whole experience comfortable, at the same time I feel encouraged to take the next steps in making my talks more interesting.
Thank you Helen”