Unleash Your Power to Communicate Authentically

When You Speak, Present and Lead

Sandra Zimmer, a public speaking coaching and training company, guides you to communicate authentically so you speak, present and lead with vibrant presence and confidence… just by being yourself.  Sandra helps you release what has been holding you back from communicating effectively and unleash your full potential so you can shine when you speak.

Improve Your Communication With Sandra Zimmer

For the last thirty years, I've been working with professionals who want to communicate with greater comfort and confidence in groups, meetings or presentations from my Houston, Texas based office. I help them develop a style of public speaking and leadership presence that is based on being who they are, rather than who they think they should be.

Through my innovative in-person and online programs, I'll help you uncover your unique way of engaging listeners, freeing your natural abilities to connect, inspire and compel attention.

Working together, we can achieve your communication goals so you can make the difference you want to make.

Set Up a Complementary Consultation With Sandra

If you are interested in coaching with me, I invite you to a complementary 20-minute consultation session.

I'll help to clarify your communication goals and identify the steps to achieve your vision. Your session will give us both a chance to see if we are a match to work together.

I Help Individuals, Corporations and Groups

  • Presentation Skills Coaching
  • Public Speaking Programs
  • Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
  • Leadership Presence & Gravitas
  • Interview Coaching
  • Vocal Presence and Projection
  • Diction and Pronunciation
  • Accent Reduction
  • Persuasion and Communication Skills

Getting Started With Sandra Zimmer

Individual Coaching

Experience the benefits of individual coaching with Sandra in any or all areas of her expertise. Coaching is available in person, by phone or by video conference.

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Group Courses

Live group sessions allow you to learn and practice public speaking and leadership presence skills. A supportive group environment enhances your learning experience.

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Online Courses

Through 21 video sessions with workbook exercises, the Sandra Zimmer Method helps you overcome public speaking anxiety and express yourself with ease and confidence.

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Corporate Programs

Tailored to your company's goals and time constraints, we develop public speaking, presentation skill and leadership presence programs to empower your team.

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Sandra Zimmer Testimonials

"Sandra taught me how to convert my fear and anxiety into positive energy and excitement.  The program was enlightening, soulful, spiritual, powerful and grounding. I value and respect her method which is not focused on mechanics, but rather a genuine connection with an audience, co-workers or friends. It is authenticity that captures an audience. Sandra gave me the tools and confidence to effectively convey my experience."

Katie Scott, Katie by Design

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2018-12-22T07:10:16-06:00

Katie Scott, Katie by Design

"Sandra taught me how to convert my fear and anxiety into positive energy and excitement.  The program was enlightening, soulful, spiritual, powerful and grounding. I value and respect her method which is not focused on mechanics, but rather a genuine connection with an audience, co-workers or friends. It is authenticity that captures an audience. Sandra gave me the tools and confidence to effectively convey my experience."
"Surprisingly, as we were waiting for the jury to come in, I didn't feel that bad. I had some nerves and a beating heart, but it wasn't debilitating at all. After my first sentence in front of about 50 jurors and my co-worker, it all went away. As I was speaking, I felt so comfortable. I went around the room, feeling like I was connecting with each person there. Nothing was really planned, it just seemed to naturally flow from one topic to the next."

Alex Boylhart, Civil Trial Attorney

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2018-12-22T07:16:45-06:00

Alex Boylhart, Civil Trial Attorney

"Surprisingly, as we were waiting for the jury to come in, I didn't feel that bad. I had some nerves and a beating heart, but it wasn't debilitating at all. After my first sentence in front of about 50 jurors and my co-worker, it all went away. As I was speaking, I felt so comfortable. I went around the room, feeling like I was connecting with each person there. Nothing was really planned, it just seemed to naturally flow from one topic to the next."
"My speech was life changing for me and for the audience.  I was so connected to the group and everyone was connected with me. There were 400 people there including our CEO, VPs and Directors.  People were crying and cheering! The people who knew that I have been terrified in the past were astounded at what I did. My CEO and VP said that I inspired them! "

Casey Davis, Boston Scientific

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2018-12-22T07:18:41-06:00

Casey Davis, Boston Scientific

"My speech was life changing for me and for the audience.  I was so connected to the group and everyone was connected with me. There were 400 people there including our CEO, VPs and Directors.  People were crying and cheering! The people who knew that I have been terrified in the past were astounded at what I did. My CEO and VP said that I inspired them! "
"Three people told me that they can hear my heart and Soul speaking when I got up to speak at that 3-day workshop.  I got up and spoke in front of 300 people at least 5 times!  Short, precise, and very profound and heart-felt!  Even the instructor said, "WOW!  Give her a hand!"

Tonica Pool, Mechanical Engineer, Conoco Chevron

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2018-12-22T07:29:37-06:00

Tonica Pool, Mechanical Engineer, Conoco Chevron

"Three people told me that they can hear my heart and Soul speaking when I got up to speak at that 3-day workshop.  I got up and spoke in front of 300 people at least 5 times!  Short, precise, and very profound and heart-felt!  Even the instructor said, "WOW!  Give her a hand!"
"As a psychologist, I have had much training in psychological principles, but your program is the first learning opportunity where I have seen sound principles put into practice. My clinical skills emphasized the value of authenticity, but your class actually taught me how to pay attention to my own feelings and sensations, and then to express them honestly. I am amazed at how powerful and freeing it is to just be aware of what I am feeling and thinking. The real treasure of your class is to use my own style – my own personality can shine through my speaking. I love how natural it feels now when I have the opportunity to speak."

Janida Rice, Rice Professional Group

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2018-12-22T07:30:25-06:00

Janida Rice, Rice Professional Group

"As a psychologist, I have had much training in psychological principles, but your program is the first learning opportunity where I have seen sound principles put into practice. My clinical skills emphasized the value of authenticity, but your class actually taught me how to pay attention to my own feelings and sensations, and then to express them honestly. I am amazed at how powerful and freeing it is to just be aware of what I am feeling and thinking. The real treasure of your class is to use my own style – my own personality can shine through my speaking. I love how natural it feels now when I have the opportunity to speak."
I have a whole new way of interacting with audiences with inner calm and presence. I can actually be with people in a way that invites their engagement and participation at a whole new level. I am no longer concerned with how I look or “doing it right.” The attention on my performance is minimal and my attention on my audience is paramount.  The result is that both my audience and I have a whole lot more fun and get related quickly."

Rob Longenecker, Entrepreneur

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2018-12-22T07:40:26-06:00

Rob Longenecker, Entrepreneur

I have a whole new way of interacting with audiences with inner calm and presence. I can actually be with people in a way that invites their engagement and participation at a whole new level. I am no longer concerned with how I look or “doing it right.” The attention on my performance is minimal and my attention on my audience is paramount.  The result is that both my audience and I have a whole lot more fun and get related quickly."
"Somehow, in your own style, you calmed everyone’s nerves and gave them the confidence to reach beyond what they thought they could do. Arriving later on Sunday night, I can’t fully appreciate the power of your transformational efforts but I am told, in certain cases, you were nothing short of a miracle worker. You helped this team shine!"

 Maura Dunn, COO & Chief HSE Officer, Infrastructures America, KBR

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2018-12-22T07:42:30-06:00

 Maura Dunn, COO & Chief HSE Officer, Infrastructures America, KBR

"Somehow, in your own style, you calmed everyone’s nerves and gave them the confidence to reach beyond what they thought they could do. Arriving later on Sunday night, I can’t fully appreciate the power of your transformational efforts but I am told, in certain cases, you were nothing short of a miracle worker. You helped this team shine!"