Qi Zhai-McCartney

This program gave me a clear framework for storytelling and connecting with an audience.

There’s a unique energy in the room, and you learn how to work with that energy and bring people into your message. It’s not just about speaking – it’s about creating connection.

What makes this program different is the strong focus on personal experience and how storytelling becomes a powerful tool in communication.

It’s helped me realise that this is just the beginning of my journey in public speaking, and I now have the tools and confidence to keep growing.

Even as an experienced speaker, this program pushed me to grow.

There are always new ways to improve, and what stood out to me was the combination of corporate speaking and theatre-based techniques. It gave me a completely new perspective on how to deliver a story.

A small shift in how I structured my story: bringing the action to the front – created a much stronger impact, even for me as the speaker. It allowed me to fully step into the moment and deliver from a more authentic place.

No matter your level of experience, there’s always another level to unlock, and this program helps you get there.

This program helped me build confidence and structure the way I tell my stories.

I’ve learned how to connect my experiences in a way that resonates with others, whether I’m speaking in public or even in everyday conversations. It’s made me a more intentional and effective communicator.

What stood out most was the environment. It’s a safe and supportive space where you can explore your strengths, try different approaches, and grow with the encouragement and feedback of others.

I’ve really valued being able to learn not just from my own experience, but from the stories and perspectives of everyone in the room.

I travelled all the way from Sri Lanka to attend this program, and it was absolutely worth it.

Every session and every connection added real value. One of my biggest takeaways was learning how to own the stage – not just standing in one place, but using movement and space to strengthen my message.

What I also loved was the diversity in the room. Everyone had a different story, and it reminded me that every message matters. If it’s important to you, it will resonate with others too.

I’m excited to take everything I’ve learned and put it into practice.

It was an incredible weekend. I loved the women I got to learn alongside. The energy in the room was so supportive, and the connections we built made the experience even more meaningful.

I was amazed by how much we covered in just two days, from story crafting to theatre-based techniques. It all came together in a way that felt both practical and transformative.

One of my biggest takeaways was learning how to truly use the stage. Before this, I didn’t really understand how to move, use my voice, or bring my story to life physically. Now, I feel like I can step onto a stage with intention and using space, gestures, and presence to support my message.

I walk away feeling so much more confident, not just in what I say, but in how I show up as a speaker.

Before attending this program, I had so many ideas for my speech, but I struggled to organise them in a way that felt clear, structured, and impactful.

Over the two days, I learned how to shape those ideas into a message that flows and connects with an audience. I now feel more confident in delivering something that is both convincing and meaningful.

It was also incredibly rewarding to see how much everyone else improved during the program.

I’d highly recommend this to anyone who has a lot to say but isn’t quite sure how to bring it all together.

It’s been an incredible two days at the KeyNote Women Speakers training.

What stood out most was hearing the powerful stories from the women in the room. There’s something really special about being in that kind of space.

We were given practical tools to speak with confidence and conviction, and it reminded me that there are so many important messages that deserve to be heard.

I would absolutely recommend this experience.

The biggest takeaway for me was discovering a system I can rely on and realising my own strength as a speaker.

I walked away feeling proud of myself. Speaking in front of others is something I can do now, and that confidence is something I didn’t have before.

What stood out most for me was the connections and the women in the room.

I came in wanting to share my story, but I didn’t know how. I was nervous, overwhelmed, and my ideas felt all over the place.

Through the program, I found structure and, more importantly, the courage to speak about what truly matters to me.

I’m so grateful for this experience.