Teri Kingston
 
Teri Kingston is one of Canada's Top Ten Speaking Coaches, an author, TEDx speaker, and the founder of Real Impact Speaking. She specializes in coaching executives, thought-leaders, and passionate individuals to deliver impactful messages, including on prestigious stages like TEDx.
Teri's own TEDx talk, “Can We Live Better by Talking About Dying?” gained over 50,000 views within the first 24 hours. Driven by a mission to amplify valuable perspectives, Teri believes in connecting deeply with every audience. Based in beautiful Saint Andrews by the Sea, NB, she treasures family time and chocolate.
Speaking Videos:Â
TEDx | Teri Kingston -Â Can We Live Better By Talking About Dying?
Michelle Weger
I hired Teri to help me prepare for the competition. Teri is known for her TEDx expertise (she literally wrote the book on it: Get Ready for TED When TED Is Ready for You) but what I want to highlight is her incredible gift for storytelling.
Teri has the rare ability to hear what details matter, what needs to be cut, what lines are truly funny, and what actually adds value for the audience. She can find the most important story nuggets hidden inside the bigger story and help you shape them into something powerful.
Her method for memorizing speeches is also one of the most effective systems I have ever used. I learned both my semifinal and final speeches faster and more accurately than anything else I have tried.
Teri is not a flashy or loud coach. She is unassuming, kind, and deeply nurturing. She works behind scenes to bring out the best in the people she works with by helping them show up as the best version of their true selves. Her depth of skill lifts every speaker she touches.
Charles Achampong
"Working with Teri genuinely changed how I show up on stage. She has a way of seeing through the noise and getting to what actually matters. Instead of trying to “fix” me or turn me into a different kind of speaker, she helped me trust my voice, sharpen the story, and get out of my own way.
Because of that work, I stepped on stage feeling calmer and more present than ever. I went on to place first in my Speaker Slam competition and second at the Grand Slam. But the bigger win was feeling grounded and confident while telling my story.
Teri’s impact is real. She meets you where you are, tells you the truth, and helps you become a stronger version of yourself."
Mark Salatino
Teri is sweet-hearted, kind woman that takes the time to help you write your speech. She is knowledgeable and has the expertise to help write a great speech. She is patient, supportive and understanding.
From having no speech to a beautiful story that I shared at the Speaker Slam event - I was proud of myself and I loved the whole experience with Teri. I highly recommend working with Teri.
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