Speak with Clarity.
Lead with Impact.
At Queen City Etiquette, we believe there’s a confident communicator inside of everyone. We provide the public speaking coaching and etiquette instruction you need to boost your confidence and reach your full potential.
Hi, I’m Dina.
If you’re frustrated by your inability to communicate confidently at work, I’m here to help.
Getting nervous before speaking to an audience is common – even if it’s not presenting to a large group.
Sometimes those nerves also get in the way of speaking up in team meetings, handling tough conversations, or even delivering key updates, communication skills are important to success.
Even if public speaking doesn’t come easily to you or you’re an introvert you CAN be a good public speaker.
At Queen City Etiquette, I’ll help you build the skills and get the practice you need so you can communicate effectively, even if you have severe anxiety about public speaking.
From CEOs to recent graduates, I’ve empowered professionals to excel—whether speaking to large audiences or in smaller, day-to-day interactions.
Ready to transform your confidence?
Contact me today to book a consultation.
Areas of Expertise
Public Speaking Coaching and Instruction
Whether you need to overcome a fear of public speaking, want to be able to connect better with your audience, or just improve your communication skills overall, I can help. I provide one-on-one and group instruction to meet your specific goals.
Interview /Job Search Coaching and Preparation
You can learn to tell your story in an interview in a confident and authentic way. I’ll teach you strategies for answering different types of questions that highlight your skills and accomplishments. I provide networking support and strategies if needed. During sessions you’ll receive feedback on nonverbal communication as well to insure that you come across as confident and a good fit for the job.
Business Etiquette Training
Everything you say and do communicates something about you and about your business. Learning business etiquette in one of our signature training workshops can help you feel confident that your and your employees’ words and actions are communicating the right things to build the professional reputation you desire.
Custom Group Programming
Etiquette and public speaking training programs make great team building experiences and can be brought onsite to your location. Contact me to set up a consultation and we discuss how I can work with you to help you reach your specific goals.
What You Can Expect When You Work With
Queen City Etiquette
Complete professionalism from start to finish
Expert instruction in line with current trends and the latest research
A learning experience that is enjoyable, engaging and actionable
An atmosphere free from judgment
Trusted by many
Some of our clients
Dina helped me prepare a presentation I need to deliver. She definitely picked very quickly what needed to be adjusted to make it successful. I really loved how she helped me frame the message in a very organic and simple way.
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Dina is amazing! From the first session I had with Dina months ago, my speech changed immediately and drastically. She pointed out things that I would have not truly recognized. After every session, I am always leaving with something valuable.
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FAQ
Can you work with me to overcome severe presentation anxiety?
I have helped many clients overcome severe presentation anxiety, including some that have experienced panic attacks. It’s important to recognize that there is no “magic bullet” that will eliminate all nerves and that it will take time. In my experience it can take 6-12 weeks with one one-hour lesson per week to be able to control your nerves and begin feeling confident.
What if I don't give big presentations? Can I get help to improve impromptu speaking?
I have a lot of exercises to help you develop the ability to “speak as you think” – and do it clearly without blanking out. I have a lot of success in this area and would love to work with you if this is what you need.
Can we practice with my presentation materials?
Yes! I can help you prepare and practice a specific presentation you are giving. I have signed NDAs in the past and am willing to sign one for you if the materials you are presenting contain proprietary information.
Do you work with children?
I will work with children under special circumstances when there is a specific goal that they are working to achieve. For high school students this may be preparing for a graduation speech, or preparation for a job, scholarship or college admissions interview. I will also work with 8th graders to prepare for competitive high school admissions interviews. If you are a parent who just wants to find someone to help improve your child’s communication skills in general, then I would not be a good fit.
Why do I need to contact you before buying a package of lessons?
I want to make sure that we’re a good fit to work together. A big part of that is making sure I have availability for you, especially if you need a short deadline. While it is rare, I may also turn down a student with unrealistic expectations, such as expecting to overcome panic attacks in one lesson or if the student is wanting to gain skills for something that is illegal or ges (such as conning people out of money).