Reviews - Con Koutsikas Public Speaking and Communication Trainer and Coach

Reviews

5.0
Based on 35 Reviews
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Matt Schultz
April 3, 2024

Absolutely exceptional! These sessions have been so good to be a part of. Everything I have learnt will not only help me in my professional life but also my personal. A big shout out to Con for the time and attention he gave to everyone during our time with him! Could not recommend enough!

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Lisa Lester
March 26, 2024

Cons Public Speaking and Communication course is literally life changing! If you are considering this course, don't hesitate. Amazing content delivered in a warm and engaging environment. Highly recommend.

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Urban Nine
March 26, 2024

This programme has improve my over all communication in professionally & personally. Thank you Con.

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Con Prokos
March 26, 2024

"I have participated in numerous self-development courses led by esteemed mentors, and I can confidently say that Con stands out as an exceptional mentor I have had the privilege of learning from. During my Speaking and Communication Coaching and Training course , Con imparted a profound insight to me, emphasizing that I hold an obligation to share my knowledge with others. This statement resonated deeply with me and served as a powerful source of inspiration. Encouraged by Con's words, I have continued my personal growth journey through his one-on-one coaching sessions. Con's belief in my potential, coupled with his genuine passion for his work, sets him apart as a remarkable teacher and mentor. His dedication to empowering others is truly commendable. I wholeheartedly endorse Con's coaching and guidance to anyone seeking transformative personal development. Thank you, Con, for your invaluable support 🤝🏽

If you're looking to improve your communication skills, I highly recommend Con's course. My initial goal was to boost my confidence in speaking and better understand audience psychology. However, what I didn't anticipate was the personal insights and increased self-awareness that occurred during the course. Understanding more about yourself, your 'blocks' and mindset inadvertently transforms your communication abilities—not only in public forums but also on a personal and relational level. Con's genuine, authentic, kind approach to teaching, his professionalism in presentation and the open, safe forum he facilitates was such a great experience for growth in more ways than just public speaking. It was one of the best investment I've participated in for some time for personal development. Thanks Con!

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Betty Bouras
March 26, 2024

I completed the Confident Speaking and Communication workshop which I attended to improve on my presentation skills. Con took the time to provide valuable constructive feedback on my strengths and areas of improvement required and to pinpoint specific areas where I could grow as a presenter. The workshop allowed me to interact with other participants as well and by the end, I felt much more confident in my ability to deliver engaging and impactful presentations and have a new found level of confidence in my approach to public speaking. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to enhance their presentation skills.

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Sarah Pacchiano
March 23, 2024

Incredible! I THOUGHT I would always have a fear of speaking in public. Going red, getting lost for words, feeling nervous... I signed up to Cons workshop because I knew I needed to improve on my confidence when speaking at work in meetings, while networking and eventually in front of large crowds as a public speaker. I wanted to be ahead of the game. There was nothing that I explained to Con that he didn't understand or that he hasnt seen before. He could ALWAYS provide a strategy or a way around my fear or the challenge I was facing in relation to communication. The workshops not only allowed me to improve, but they also allowed me to build relationships with some really supportive and like-minded people. Con walks the walk and talks the talk. He is genuine, a great communicator, and truly enjoys mentoring in this space and watching his students grow. I highly recommend Con if you are considering a course or mentoring for confidence and public speaking. It was a wonderful experience and I now have the tools and skills to further develope my career.

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Yuni H
December 22, 2023

I recently attended Con’s Confident Speaking and Communication workshop. In five weeks, I gained more confidence and skills than I did in months of attending other public speaking courses. Impressed by the workshop, I decided to continue my development through one-on-one coaching with Con. Not that long ago I was super nervous when I spoke in front of large audiences and delivered presentations at work. With Con’s guidance and practical tips, I now feel so much more confident and comfortable doing these. Con is passionate and holds me accountable while remaining exceptionally accommodating. Con ensures that the coaching is tailored to my schedule and commitments. This flexibility has been crucial in maximising the benefits of the coaching sessions. I highly recommend Con’s programs to anyone seeking not only to enhance their communication skills, but also to unlock new opportunities for personal and professional growth. It is one of the best investments I have made in myself. Thank you so much Con!

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David D
December 8, 2023

I recently had the pleasure of attending several workshops and public speaking engagements led by Con, and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed! His ability to captivate an audience and communicate complex ideas with ease is remarkable. Not only did he engage us with his dynamic presentation skills, but he also provided valuable insights and techniques that have significantly improved my own speaking abilities. His personalized approach to training ensures that everyone, regardless of their experience level, walks away with newfound confidence and skills. I highly recommend Con to anyone looking to elevate their public speaking. His expertise and charismatic approach truly deserve a 5-star rating!

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Richard Wilkinson
December 6, 2023

I can highly recommend Con's Confident Speaking and Communication course. I felt it challenged me, gave me great feedback and enlightened me on techniques confident and professional speakers use. Con taught me how to structure a presentation and how important body language is. I will be undertaking more training in the near future. Thanks Con.

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Matt “马文博”
December 5, 2023

Cons' expertise in public speaking and communication was outstanding. I gained immense value from his workshop, "Confident Speaking & Communication" and have successfully incorporated the tools and methods I learned into my professional endeavours. The workshop as conducted in a relaxed and well-paced manner, allowing for individual development while also providing opportunities to observe and learn from others who were also learning and presenting. This approach allowed for a comprehensive and enriching learning experience. ~ Workshop completed: Confident Speaking & Communication 4th Dec 2023.

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Katherine A
November 29, 2023
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April Dawn Hobbs
November 29, 2023

I am delighted to share my experience working with Con Koutsikas - Communicate with Confidence , who served as the MC for my Innovate Adelaide launch event. Con demonstrated exceptional consideration in every aspect of event planning, showcasing remarkable patience, expertise, and calmness in the lead-up to the launch. Given the significance of the moment and the high stakes involved, Con instinctively adopted the right approach. His thoroughness resulted in an incredibly seamless event, and the feedback I received was outstanding. Con's demeanour was characterised by calmness, a perfect balance of humour, impeccable timing, respectfulness, and exceptional organisation – qualities that define a consummate professional. Having Con as the MC undoubtedly enhanced the overall quality of my event, and I couldn't recommend him highly enough. Whether as an MC or for delivering communication and presentation skills training, Con is truly exceptional. Reach out to Con today to secure him for your next event.

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Polaris Centre
November 24, 2023

Con Koutsikas is an excellent public speaker and presented at the Polaris Business Networking Event on the subject of "Are you speaking your customers language." Con was engaging, informative and inspiring. 100% of Polaris business clients attending the event that completed the evaluation form said they would recommend Con's Session to others! 97.6% said they are planning on implementing the learnings from Con's presentation. Extraordinary results, Thank You Con, our team will be engaging you again to inspire our clients! Warm Regards Sasha.

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Alan Suridge
August 24, 2023

Con delivered his Effective Public Speaking course to the staff at Mates in Construction SA in 4 x 3 hour sessions. He tailored the sessions to suit our needs and we have noticed the benefits almost immediately. The staff picked up some great presentation skills and learned how to structure and continually evaluate our training sessions. It was also fun and a real team building exercise. We would happily recommend his services.

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Sunil Kumar Nair
August 7, 2023

I attended Con's amazing magnetic learning class in July 2023. Amazing learning techniques. This 5 effective days workshop takes you into another level giving you a direction for accepting criticism and compliments. This workshop was an eye-opening experience, both personally and professionally. Extremely impactful. I will continue to draw upon the skills I learned in this workshop for years to come and grow further with confidence. Every session you deliver a speech with conviction and better your learning. I appreciated all the speech evaluations done with clarity of improvements given to me. CON is a great leader and teacher, demonstrating the strategies of effective communication and public speaking throughout his facilitation and execution. This workshop allowed me to gain skills to handle crucial conversations more effectively and safely. I would recommend this class to anyone that is looking for ways to strengthen their communications skills on all levels.

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Nathan
July 31, 2023

I recently attended the CONFIDENT SPEAKING AND COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP with Con, and I must say it was an enriching experience. Con's expertise in the subject matter was evident as he provided valuable lessons and insightful tips to enhance my public speaking skills. This workshop is suitable for individuals at any level, allowing everyone to practice and improve their speaking abilities. I was truly impressed by the supportive and encouraging atmosphere fostered within the entire group. Highly recommended for anyone looking to boost their communication prowess.

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April 10, 2023
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Elizabeth Chryssidis
February 28, 2023

Thank you Con for sharing some useful hints on presenting and creating engagement, at our Business House Australia breakfast networking. It was greatly appreciated by all who attended.

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Michelle Braham
February 11, 2023

I attended Con's workshop to improve my public speaking ability and be able to communicate more clearly. I learnt to slow down, have less umms and be more impactful. At my first public speaking event following Con's course I was approached by 3 different people after my talk who complimented me by telling me that it resonated with their own personal experience and they found it inspiring. Great feedback!!! Thanks Con for your enthusiasm for a topic which many of us find difficult.

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Diala Jamal
December 20, 2022

I highly recommend Con’s confident speaking course. I have done so many public speaking courses in the past, and this was surely the icing on the cake. I learnt a lot about my own voice and how to create a more influential speech.

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Lena Likos
December 17, 2022

What an exceptionally inspiring course! Con's knowledge and expertise has taken my confidence to another level. I learned so many new tricks about presentation skills. I had no idea that there was a method to public speaking and presenting. A relaxed, engaging and fun way with plenty of opportunities to participate and put theory into practice in a safe and friendly environment. Highly recommended. Thank you Con Koutsikas.

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Harper Tai
December 15, 2022

Con is a very responsible, approachable and skilled speaking mentor. After attending Con's 5 weeks workshop about public speaking and effective communication, I have learned and improved greatly in speaking and communication. At the fourth week of the workshop, I got a job interview and Con gave me some very practical and constructive suggestions for my interview. Two weeks late, I received the call telling me I got the job. Thank you so much Con!

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Kylie Hood
December 12, 2022

I can’t recommend Con’s Confident Speaking and Communication course highly enough for anyone needing to improve their speaking skills, whether you speak publicly or not. There is an excellent mix of theory and practical implementation, with plenty of opportunity to practice your speaking in front of a group and gain valuable feedback. Con is an inspiring speaker and teacher, and I have come away with vastly more confidence in my speaking skills after completing his course.

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Anna Drummond
June 29, 2022

Con is clearly passionate about this topic of communication, and truly does go above and beyond to assist you to excel in this area. Week 1 I was very nervous, and by Week 5 my heart rate didn't even rise before speaking. Con provides very helpful feedback and guidance. Absolutely recommend Con!

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Amanda Taylor
June 29, 2022

Con is a great presenter who really engaged our audience. He provided great actionable tips and information. He was very well received and many participants had questions for him, which he answered very well. I'd love to engage Con again in future to bring his energy and enthusiasm to our events.

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Jackie Stringer
May 25, 2022

Con is an expert facilitator in public speaking and I would recommend his services to anyone looking to gain the skills and confidence to speak in public or just improve your impromptu speaking skills. Con's personable approach supports you to understand your own behaviour and how to improve the small things that make a big difference in speaking confidently. I cannot recommend his speaking course highly enough it is well worth the investment.

I recently completed an online Confident Speaking and Communication course with Con Koutsikas. I found the course content valuable and relevant to me and my business. Con is an experienced speaker and coach. His skills, care and attention to detail is evident in the way he presents his material and engages with all workshop participants. I gain a range of new skills and abilities through my participation and was able to gain feedback and valuable insights into my own speaking along the way. I would highly recommend Con Koutsikas to anyone who is looking to improve their communication for work, social or professional purposes.

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Cindi Cohn
April 26, 2022

I have thoroughly enjoyed Con's Speaking and Communication class online. It was a game changer. Con is focused, organized, entertaining, and genuinely focused on students growing and becoming better speakers. I gained valuable confidence and tools to be more successful. I highly recommend Con if you need speaking and communication upgrades!

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Emma Collins
April 13, 2022

Absolutely loved this course. It has honed my public speaking skills and communication skills. I feel growth that I have experience in a short period of time has been enormous. Con is a very passionate teacher and that comes across in his workshops. He is not afraid to hold you accountable and really push you out of your comfort zone so you experience the most amount of growth in a short period of time. The feedback after every session has been valuable as you are able to implement it into the next speech you present. Thank you Con!

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Sean
April 12, 2022

I have recently attended Con’s Confident speaking and communication workshop and I am delighted with the results. The hands approach to learning drilled in the techniques we learnt over the 5 week workshop. With Con’s constant feedback and advice, he allowed me to build up my confidence when in front of an audience and taught me how to deliver more effective and impactful speeches.

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Evan Zorba
March 1, 2022

One of the best educators I've seen. His knowledge and understanding of human behaviour is amazing. Keep up the great work Con.

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Sunil P Reddy
February 22, 2022

I recently attended Con's Confident speaking and communication course. I found it to be the most practical and pragmatic professional development course that I have attended till date. The structure and delivery were fantastic and so was Con's passion and enthusiasm. The focus was on " learning by doing" in a very comfortable environment rather than didactic lecturing. The improvement I found over the five week course was just great. Thanks Con.

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Kristi Hourigan
February 14, 2021

Having seen Con speak on many occasions over the last few years, I have to share how fantastic he is. He is so passionate about wanting to see others succeed and delivers his message with clarity and a touch of humor that makes learning enjoyable. Con creates a comfort in the room, where everyone feel safe to share, which really makes you get the most out of what you are learning. I feel like his confidence rubs off on you and by the time you leave - you feel like you can do anything! Thank you Con!

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Carlee Horsell
September 21, 2020

Con was a fantastic help with my first public speaking event. His advice and guidance helped me to prepare with a clear head and enjoy the moment. Thanks Con!

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“I recently attended Con’s ‘Confident Speaking and Communication’ course.   I found it to be the most practical and pragmatic professional development course that I have attended till date. The structure and delivery were fantastic and so was Con’s passion and enthusiasm. The focus was on ” learning by doing” in a very comfortable environment rather than didactic lecturing. The improvement I found over the five week course was just great. Thanks Con.”

Sunil P.R, Orthopaedic Surgeon

“Con is a great presenter who really engaged our audience.  He provided actionable tips and information. He was very well received and many participants had questions which he answered very well.  I’d love to engage Con again in the future to bring his energy and enthusiasm to our events”

Amanda T, General Manager CPA Australia (SA)

Absolutely loved this course. It has honed my public speaking skills and communication skills. I feel growth that I have experience in a short period of time has been enormous. Con is a very passionate teacher and that comes across in his workshops. He is not afraid to hold you accountable and really push you out of your comfort zone so you experience the most amount of growth in a short period of time. The feedback after every session has been valuable as you are able to implement it into the next speech you present. Thank you Con!

Emma C,  Psychosocial Coach for NDIS

“When we were told we had to attend another professional development course, I thought CRAP, not another one!  But you had me on the first session!  This was without doubt, THE best workshop I have attended.  Thank you”

Zac L, Architect

I have recently attended Con’s Confident speaking and communication workshop and I am delighted with the results. The hands approach to learning drilled in the techniques we learnt over the 5 week workshop. With Con’s constant feedback and advice, he allowed me to build up my confidence when in front of an audience and taught me how to deliver more effective and impactful speeches.

Sean R, Senior Customer Service Manager

“Thought I’d let you know that I had to present to a jury today for an AIA award submission.  I successfully pulled through it by applying all the skills you taught me.  It was so invigorating!!  Would not have been able to do it without you.  Thank you!

Mary P,  Senior Interior Designer

My staff and I (office of architects and interior designers) just finished a series of 4 workshops with Con, held over 4 weeks. The content was great, we all had fun and everyone has learnt a lot. Con is a clear and engaging presenter and this course was well worth the investment.

Sarah P, Principal

Thank you so much, Con, for all your help in developing my speaking skills. I greatly appreciate the extra time and help you offered to help me succeed on short notice. You gave awesome feedback, and I will forever remember to PAUSE!! You are genuine, intelligent, knowledgeable, and humorous, which makes for a great Speaking Class. I always looked forward each week to attending online. Thanks again!

Cindi C,  Corporate Performance Coach

Con has helped me to gain confidence in my public speaking with one on one training and also group workshops. I have learnt so many communication tools from Con that I can now use when facilitating groups, panel speaking and every day conversations. Con is extremely passionate and he genuinely wants to see people succeed and be able to speak with confidence. He is authentic, genuine and caring. His approach is welcoming and friendly – not intimidating. I highly recommend having a chat to see if he can help you speak up with confidence.

Tammy E,  Telstra Business Women of The Year Finalist, Entrepreneur, Elite Business Coach 

“One of the best educators I’ve seen. His knowledge and understanding of human behaviour is amazing. Keep up the great work Con.”

Evan Z,  Senior Corporate Trainer

Con was a fantastic help with my first public speaking event. His advice and guidance helped me to prepare with a clear head and enjoy the moment. Thanks Con!

Carlee H,  Principal Mortgage Broker

Last month I attended the workshop ‘Eliminate your fear of public speaking’ with Con. It was fantastic. He helped us work out where does our fear come from, understanding our brain, and how to overcome the fear of public speaking. He gave us tools to turn nerves into excitement. Instead of being nervous with public speaking, I now look forward to it.

Thanks Con for the great workshop, it has worked wonders!

Charlotte R,  Owner, Earthy, Earth Friendly Skin care

Public speaking and facilitation are not for the faint hearted. I’ve seen 1st hand someone that does this with ease and makes it work just the way it should. Con humbly delivers a very natural and engaging process that allows presenters to present and participants to participate.

Awesome work Con. Keep rolling.

Mark Robinson,  CEO

I looked to Con to assist in improving my speech delivery and controlling my nerves! In six short weeks and culminating in a successful final presentation to a group, he has given me the tools to speak with confidence. This has alleviated my nervousness and made the experience much more enjoyable. I would highly recommend Con to anyone who has public speaking aspirations”

Sarah G,  Senior Corporate Business Development Manager

Having worked with Con several times now I can proudly say this man knows exactly what he is talking about! He genuinely cares about helping others to succeed and find their confidence. Highly recommend if you’re in need of a little guidance!

Rachael Sharp, Principal, The Little Oak Studio

“Having seen Con speak on many occasions over the last few years, I have to share how fantastic he is. He is so passionate about wanting to see others succeed and delivers his message with clarity and a touch of humor that makes learning enjoyable. Con creates a comfort in the room, where everyone feel safe to share, which really makes you get the most out of what you are learning. I feel like his confidence rubs off on you and by the time you leave – you feel like you can do anything! Thank you Con!”

Kristi H, Founder and Owner, Mobile ID Cards

“The first thing you notice about Con is his strong, charismatic presence. He is immaculately dressed and presents as a credible source of knowledge. As the Master of Ceremonies, he provides the perfect balance of professionalism and courtesy with the right level of enthusiasm for the event. I am never bored listening to Con. His anecdotes and segues are insightful and (where relevant) have appropriate humour.”

Elizabeth O,  Educator and Author

“Con, I have to thank you. I had to re-film my Masterclass for my business and do 5 videos for my challenge funnel and I wouldn’t of had the confidence to do it if it wasn’t for your help last year. I noticed my videos….. my voice was louder and wasn’t mumbling or saying umm all the time. More confidence!! I have a long way to go but now I’m not afraid of the camera!! So thank you!!”

Kallie K,  Entrepreneur and Founder of KK Nutrition

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