
Paula Smith
Book a true expert in communication and leadership to totally engage your key people. Speaker, Master Trainer and Executive Coach with a 30+ year proven track record.
Your expert in Presentation Intelligence ® and Leadership Communication - Paula specialises in Leadership from the front of the room
Dynamic, inspiring, passionate and commercially savvy are all words that are used to describe Paula as a keynote speaker, trainer, MC and business coach. She is the author of the books Speaking in the Shower, Powerful Presentation Principles and Sell Your Story and is recognised as a leading authority in powerful presenting.
Some of Paula's past industry roles/projects and businesses include: Founder of the largest personal development school in Australia, State President of the National Speakers Association, Franchisor, Professional Speaker, Executive Coach/Consultant and Board Member of several school and business associations. She is currently the CEO of the Global Institute of Training and Presenting, a training company committed to delivering leading-edge and innovative workforce development solutions.
Paula also runs the on-line Presentation Academy.
Paula holds the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation by the National Speakers Association. Only a small number of professional speakers hold the CSP designation globally. Paula brings her rich life experience, presenting skill and infectious personality to the platform or training room every time.
Paula developed the first Presentation Skills Diploma Qualification in Australia and now the world-first Qualification in Neuropresenting ®, the leading-edge brain-friendly presenting/training programme and is also a lead TEDx speaker coach.
Paula is also the founding researcher in the world of Presentation Intelligence ® and the REL8 Human Behaviour and Relationship Profiling System.
Paula values long term business relationships and many of her clients have her returning year after year as a partner in meeting their organisational goals.
Her 30+ years' rich experience along with tertiary qualifications in adult learning, education, a master's degree and research in leadership communication and a PhD in organisational leadership ,ensures the intended message always gets across.
Although Paula specialises in all things Presenting, she also enjoys speaking about Leadership, Human Behaviour and Exceptional Communication. She has an active interest in small business/entrepreneurship and has coached hundreds of successful business owners over the years. She works with some of Australia's largest companies and government departments and is totally committed to behavioural change and long-term partnerships.
Paula is also a proud mum of 3, wife of 1 and friend to a few more. She has been seen attempting the occasional triathlon and enjoys hanging out on her Perth Hills property with a whole bunch of adorable Alpacas
Dynamic, inspiring, passionate and commercially savvy are all words that are used to describe Paula as a keynote speaker, trainer, MC and business coach. She is the author of the books Speaking in the Shower, Powerful Presentation Principles and Sell Your Story and is recognised as a leading authority in powerful presenting.
Some of Paula's past industry roles/projects and businesses include: Founder of the largest personal development school in Australia, State President of the National Speakers Association, Franchisor, Professional Speaker, Executive Coach/Consultant and Board Member of several school and business associations. She is currently the CEO of the Global Institute of Training and Presenting, a training company committed to delivering leading-edge and innovative workforce development solutions.
Paula also runs the on-line Presentation Academy.
Paula holds the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation by the National Speakers Association. Only a small number of professional speakers hold the CSP designation globally. Paula brings her rich life experience, presenting skill and infectious personality to the platform or training room every time.
Paula developed the first Presentation Skills Diploma Qualification in Australia and now the world-first Qualification in Neuropresenting ®, the leading-edge brain-friendly presenting/training programme and is also a lead TEDx speaker coach.
Paula is also the founding researcher in the world of Presentation Intelligence ® and the REL8 Human Behaviour and Relationship Profiling System.
Paula values long term business relationships and many of her clients have her returning year after year as a partner in meeting their organisational goals.
Her 30+ years' rich experience along with tertiary qualifications in adult learning, education, a master's degree and research in leadership communication and a PhD in organisational leadership ,ensures the intended message always gets across.
Although Paula specialises in all things Presenting, she also enjoys speaking about Leadership, Human Behaviour and Exceptional Communication. She has an active interest in small business/entrepreneurship and has coached hundreds of successful business owners over the years. She works with some of Australia's largest companies and government departments and is totally committed to behavioural change and long-term partnerships.
Paula is also a proud mum of 3, wife of 1 and friend to a few more. She has been seen attempting the occasional triathlon and enjoys hanging out on her Perth Hills property with a whole bunch of adorable Alpacas
www.paulasmith.com.au for all keynotes and programmes
Do you want to make every presentation and conversation count?
I'm a bit obsessed about powerful presenting and making an impact.
When you speak out and have your message heard, the ripple effect can be enormous.
I've been busy helping experts, entrepreneurs and organisations to grow their business and their brands by harnessing the power of speaking, powerful presenting and high-level communication skills for the past 30 years.
I love the...
REL8 - Human Behaviour and Relationship Profiling and Team Development
People make a team; People make an organisation. Not just processes, rules and objectives. It is critical we get to know our team members and colleagues on a more intimate level to ensure everyone in the organisation feels like they are a valued contributor.
So what makes a great team? What can threaten to destroy a high functioning team? And why do people leave teams or an organisation?
The purpose of a powerful team is to benefit from the diverse...
The Leadership Convsersation
Paula delivers a range of bespoke Leadership keynotes and master classes:
Topics can include:
The Leadership Conversation
The Neuroscience of Leadership
Leading with the brain in mind
Leading from the front of the room
Lead on Purpose - Women in Leadership
Values Based Leadership
Presentation Intelligence ® - Leadership from the front of the room
Paula is the global expert in Presentation Intelligence ®
Paula delivers a bespoke range of keynotes and master classes in the world of Presentation Intelligence - The art, science and practice of leading from the front of the room.
Topics can include:
Presentation Intelligence ®
The power of speaking
Storytelling for leaders
Presenting with the brain in mind
Communicate with impact
More than Train the...