Academics & Researchers
Presence and connection for academics and researchers.
Brilliant research deserves to be communicated with confidence and connection. Yet many researchers find that stress, self-consciousness and physical tension get in the way of sharing their ideas with freedom, presence and enjoyment.
EMBODIED COMMUNICATION
Researchers spend years developing their expertise. But give far less attention to how that expertise is shared.
Over the last decade, I have worked with those in academia who experience:
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Anxiety before presentations, lectures or conference talks.
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Feeling disconnected from their audience.
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Speaking too quickly, running out of breath, or even losing their voice.
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Physical tension in their neck, shoulders, jaw and elsewhere.
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Difficulty staying truly present, and managing their 'inner critic'.
In my experience, this isn't solved with adding another layer of 'presentation technique' which simply gives you something else to be stressed about.
Instead, I focus on managing your physical response. Understanding how your body carries tension, freeing up your voice, and clearing the noise, so you can discover a more natural, present and connected way of communicating.
HOW I WORK
I want you to enjoy communicating and sharing your ideas
My practice draws on my work as a professional theatre director, alongside a decade of experience working with academics, researchers and leaders.
This unique combination of expertise has created a practice focussed on:
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recognising and releasing unnecessary physical tension
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finding a natural posture and alignment
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understanding the breath
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developing and releasing a natural, resonant and powerful voice
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truthfully connecting with an audience
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building sustainable confidence, rooted in authenticity and presence.
The aim isn't to turn you into a polished performer.
It's to free you up, so you can be the fullest and truest version of yourself.
"A real investment in my career as a scientist and lecturer, where communicating in a clear and engaging way can be as important as the research itself."
Dr Faith Taylor, King's College London
WHO I WORK WITH
I work with academics and researchers at every stage of their careers, including:
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PhD, Postdoctoral, and Early Career Researchers
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Lecturers and teaching staff
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Research Leaders and Groups
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Academic Departments, Schools and Institutes
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Independent academics and researchers
WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
1:1 Coaching
Tailored one-to-one coaching for researchers looking to develop confidence, prepare for presentations, interviews, lectures or media appearances. Or simply those wanting to feel more comfortable communicating their work.
Workshops
Interactive sessions for departments, research groups, and postgraduate communities fostering embodied communication, confidence and wellbeing.
Conferences & Research Communities
Practical sessions, keynotes and conference contributions designed to help researchers communicate with greater confidence, presence and connection.
"Really good session... helpful exercises to build up confidence in my own voice... The breathing exercises were really useful."
Workshop Participants from Lincoln Institute of Agri-Food Technologies, University of Lincoln
Ayjemal Kulhanova, Henley Business School
“A truly energising and insightful session - packed with creativity, relevance, and practical takeaways. Thank you for bringing such a unique perspective to leadership and communication."
Dr Soumya Mishra, India Institute,
King's College London
"I had been struggling to project my voice during long presentations. Marcus was really wonderful and insightful. In just three sessions, I found more confidence in myself and my voice. I also felt I could lecture for several hours without feeling tired or my voice thinning out. I speak in a voice now that is more natural to me and it has made a world of difference!"
CONNECT
If you're curious about working together, or would like to ask a question, please get in touch. You can use the contact form, book a free call below or drop me a message on WhatsApp.
I'm always more than happy to discuss the right format for you, your institution or event.
All pricing and availability on request.