Our wall of speaking success

This wasn't just coaching. It was reconstruction, not just of my speaking, but of my identity.

For most of my life, I carried a quiet belief that shaped everything. It didn't scream, it whispered. Over time, that whisper became the truth in my mind. I achieved a lot on the outside, I've spoken at Harvard, met presidents and prime ministers, led global initiatives, but deep inside I still felt something missing. I would hold back from conversations, avoid the spotlight, and question whether I truly belonged in the rooms I was already in.

Then I started working with Waqas. Very quickly, I realized this work wasn't about just techniques, it was about truth. We dug deep, and I came face to face with beliefs I didn't even know I had unconsciously chosen, and yet they were defining my life. Normally I would overprepare or even try to avoid public speaking. But this time [after coaching], I walked in with no notes. There was tension, yes, but also a sense of presence. I remember thinking, what was I waiting for all this time?

It wasn’t a fake confidence or surface-level fix. It was deep, real, and rooted. I’m very impressed. It changed the way I think, the way I speak, and the way I live. It gave me access to a version of myself I had forgotten was possible.

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I have always dreamed of giving a TEDx talk but couldn't picture it. I can actually picture it now.

I would get really anxious about speaking in groups. Every time I had a speaking event, my mind would go blank when it was my turn and I'd stumble over my words. I spent so much time trying to write and memorize presentations to avoid making mistakes and embarrassing myself. I was feeling discouraged and was doubting my own abilities to grow.

[Waqas] helped me identify that my biggest anxieties around public speaking came from a small handful of experiences that convinced me I wasn't good at it. I didn't realize the thing that was holding me back came from my own limiting beliefs about myself. Once we started to uncover the root of my anxieties, I felt less pressure to be good and began to feel more excited about the experience of public speaking.

Now I feel more comfortable being myself on and off stage. I don't worry about making mistakes or memorizing things now. I speak up more in social settings now. I have a newfound confidence and it feels good to see myself this way. Thanks for believing in me, even when I haven't always believed in myself.

[Waqas] creates a safe, thoughtful environment where real transformation can happen

Waqas has a rare ability to help people find their voice in moments where it matters most. His coaching goes far beyond surface-level communication tips and gets to the root of the internal patterns that hold people back from speaking with clarity and confidence.

What stands out most is his empathy and deep understanding of how anxiety, self-doubt, and past experiences influence how we show up in important conversations. He creates a safe, thoughtful environment where real transformation can happen. Anyone looking to communicate with greater authority and authenticity would benefit greatly from working with him.

Waqas is very insightful

Waqas is an amazing facilitator and coach. He's very insightful and able to quickly identify the limiting beliefs that might be in your way to help you make lasting changes. Highly recommended!

[Waqas'] approach is clear, effective, and impactful

Waqas brings a wealth of insight and practical strategies that truly elevate communication and leading meetings effectively. His approach is clear, effective, and impactful. Highly recommend him for anyone looking to strengthen their communication and leadership abilities.

These are not abstract ideas. They are tested, lived, and refined.

I was genuinely impressed by the depth of his approach. He goes far beyond presentation tips and tackles the psychological and physiological roots of speaking anxiety. His frameworks around belief patterns, nervous system regulation, and identity shifts are clear, structured, and grounded in research.

What makes his work even more credible is that he has applied these same techniques to overcome his own fear of public speaking. These are not abstract ideas. They are tested, lived, and refined. If you are serious about addressing public speaking anxiety at its core, Waqas brings both insight and practical tools.

Before working with Waqas, I had just fallen out with my job and was forced to go out on my own. It was stressful and honestly I didn't feel ready. After going through his coaching, things started to feel fluent. Making phone calls became easier and I finally had the confidence to start putting myself in front of people and pursuing my own clients. What really stood out was Waqas' ability to relate. He genuinely cares. He's always accessible and you can tell he's doing it because he's passionate about helping, not just for the money.

The coaching didn't just help with communication, it helped with overall confidence and leadership. Without these skills I probably wouldn't have had the courage to do what I did. There were moments in the program where I thought, wow, I haven't thought of that in 30 years. It was heavy at times but incredibly transformative.

[Waqas] combines practical techniques with a strong focus on building self-belief and confidence

Waqas is an outstanding public speaking coach with deep knowledge of both the art and science of communication. His coaching style is highly effective, combining practical techniques with a strong focus on building self-belief and confidence. One of the areas where he added the most value was in helping me structure my presentations delivery and manage nervous energy. I highly recommend Waqas to anyone seeking to improve their public speaking skills and unlock their true potential. Thank you!

My confidence went from about 20 to 80%.

Every morning I woke up for work feeling like my job had become a burden. I thought I can't keep up with this. The moment I walked into meeting rooms my heart would race and my mind would go blank leading to freezing and embarrassment. I knew my work. I used to prepare 10 points but under pressure a 10 minute answer came out in 30 seconds, rushed and I could not get my message across. The whole time I was worried about what my colleagues thought of me. It reached a point where I was more than halfway decided to quit [my job]. It felt like everyone in the office was pointing guns at me.

Waqas did not teach me tips or tricks but went straight to the root causes and showed me the real triggers behind my panic, something that had been with me long before this job. Once I saw it clearly he worked with me until it was completely gone.

Today that dread and panic is down to almost nothing. One of my colleagues told me, you are not the same person you used to be. Another [person] directly asked me, ‘what happened to you?’ The fear is gone.

[Waqas] focuses on solutioning from the root cause over simply addressing symptoms

Waqas focuses on solutioning from the root cause over simply addressing symptoms. I continue to return to my notes from the sessions from time to time because of how impactful it was.

I felt an incredible sense of empowerment and that a weight I didn't realise I had been carrying was lifted from my shoulders.

Before my session with Waqas I felt overwhelmed by anxiety whenever I had to speak in public. The fear of being judged, stumbling over my words, or simply not being good enough held me back from expressing myself confidently. No matter how much I prepared, my nerves would take over, and I'd feel trapped in a cycle of self-doubt.

From the very beginning, Waqas created a safe and supportive space where I felt truly heard. Through insightful questions and exercises, he helped me uncover one of the deep-seated limiting beliefs that were contributing to my severe speaking anxiety. The overwhelming fear that I felt had loosened its grip, replaced by a newfound confidence in my ability to communicate effectively.

Since working with Waqas, I've noticed a remarkable difference in how I perceive speaking opportunities and am excited for the upcoming chances to share my message with confidence.

You've truly changed my life and helped to unlock my potential.

Just wanted to give you an update that in July I got a promotion [after 5 months of coaching]. I had the confidence to ask my manager for a promotion and got it. Since our sessions I have been talking more in meetings, especially in spaces with executives, and am more confident in my day to day communication. Thank you again, you've truly changed my life and helped to unlock my potential.

(Follow-up message, sent after coaching)

Shortly after coaching, Ilyas landed a role that normally takes 10 years to reach

I know my field very well. But for most of my life I believed I am simply not a speaker. The moment I had to speak my heartbeat would go too much, my throat would become dry and in the middle of the sentence I would lose my thought. So I would just give the technical points and pass it to my manager to explain and keep myself quiet.

[Waqas] didn't work on my slides, none of these surface things and he didn't give me the usual tips and tricks. He went to the real thing that was controlling me for years without me even knowing. And he didn't just point it out and leave me there. He understood my actual problem first, he gave me his time and he stayed with me until I could see it with my own eyes.

I [recently] got selected for a job in a PMC with one of the toughest clients in all of Saudi Arabia, a job where communication is the main thing, and it normally takes around 10 years to reach this level. If I haven't attended this coaching, for sure 100% I wasn't going to apply or accept the offer. Before, I would only wish I would be that person and now I am that person and I feel like I can achieve whatever I want. I came to him thinking I can never be a speaker. Now I think completely different and it's a powerful life now.

Before the consultation, I've always been burdened with the thought that I'm not good enough and would never be good enough. This belief pushed me to work harder to prepare the best, sometimes at the expense of my sanity, for any public speaking or presentation. I used to feel that I had to remain small and unheard in social interactions, always upholding the image of being good enough, or portraying a perfect persona to convince others that I'm good enough so that I could feel good enough. But the irony is that no matter how hard I work, the belief just gets reinforced, further fuelling my fear and insecurity, thus self-sabotaging my efforts.

Waqas helped me go back to the cause of my belief and through his systematic approach. I had to go through layers of my past but it was worth it. Although it was uncomfortable to go far back in time to get to the root of this belief, Waqas was patient and reassuring through and through. I feel liberated and for the first time in my life, I feel empowered to discard my past beliefs as far away from me as possible. I feel a new surge of confidence not only in public speaking but in daily interactions as well.

Rather than offering surface-level tips to speak louder or positive affirmations, we dove deep into the root causes of my silence.

From the moment I began my coaching journey, I was weighed down by self-doubt, anxiety and the persistent belief that I was never good enough, especially when it came to public speaking. No matter how hard I prepared, I felt trapped in a cycle of fear and insecurity, always striving for perfection to convince others, and myself, of my worth.

What truly set this coaching experience apart was the depth and care with which my coach approached my challenges. We dove deep into the root causes of my silence, unpacking long-held fears and limiting beliefs that had kept me small and unheard for years. The weight of old beliefs had been replaced by confidence. The approach is transformative, delivering on the promise to uncover the root causes holding you back and equipping you with the mindset and tools to thrive.

[Waqas] helped me understand my typical reactions in high-pressure moments and provided practical tools to respond more intentionally

Waqas has a strong ability to uncover the underlying dynamics that undermine communication, especially under stress. He helped me understand my typical reactions in high-pressure moments and provided practical tools to respond more intentionally. As a result, my communication became clearer, more consistent, and more effective, both with peers and with my team.

Waqas truly cares about what he does

Waqas is an extraordinary coach and educator. His approach to public speaking anxiety and overall public speaking skills coaching is profound.

He truly cares about what he does and the services he provides to his clients. If you're looking to improve your public speaking, Waqas is your coach. If you're looking for a transformational journey, then I HIGHLY recommend Waqas.

I left feeling more self-aware and better equipped

I left feeling more self-aware and better equipped to acknowledge and challenge the beliefs that fuel my fear of speaking in front of others. thank you for your guidance and support helping me gain the confidence to get me where I am today.

[Waqas] teaches practical techniques that truly build confidence & presence

Waqas is an outstanding public speaking trainer. He deeply understands how the body and mind respond under pressure and teaches practical techniques that truly build confidence and presence. I highly recommend him to anyone serious about becoming a better speaker.

I left the session feeling lighter, clearer, and more self-assured

Before our session, I carried the belief that I wasn’t good enough, without fully understanding why. He guided me through a powerful process to find the root of that belief and helped me see how I had misinterpreted a past event. His approach was thoughtful, clear, and compassionate. By the end, I left the session feeling lighter, clearer, and more self-assured.

What stood out most was the focus on exploring subconscious wiring and identifying the core beliefs that influence how we show up when speaking. This isn't something I've seen addressed in other programs in a practical way. Waqas' style is casual and relatable, which makes the experience feel approachable rather than intimidating.

The hands-on activities, both during the session and ones you can do on your own, are actually effective in uncovering the root causes behind those beliefs. Overall, it delivers on what it promises and offers a perspective that feels both unique and useful.

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Speaking anxiety is not a personality flaw, but a nervous system pattern.

The session focused on clarity, understanding speaking anxiety before attempting to fix it. That perspective alone shifts the internal narrative and creates a healthier, more constructive starting point for real growth. Rather than addressing surface-level symptoms, he guided us to examine what truly sits beneath the anxiety. The content was structured and science-backed, yet delivered in a way that made complex concepts easy to understand and apply.

The hands-on exercises helped me identify my own triggers and root causes instead of relying on generic tips. We applied the concepts in real time and received direct, practical feedback. Understanding the root cause creates a repeatable framework you can rely on in high-stakes situations. If you are serious about improving your executive presence and communication confidence, I strongly recommend taking advantage of his program/services.

[Waqas] uses a science-backed approach to address the root causes of speaking anxiety.

Rather than just offering standard presentation tips, he uses a science-backed approach to address the root causes of speaking anxiety. I recommend his sessions for anyone looking to systematically improve their public speaking skills.

[Waqas'] approach is supportive, clear, and thoughtfully tailored to real needs

Waqas offered an incredibly valuable consultation on public speaking. He shared insightful, practical advice that helped me restructure my upcoming session and refine my slides. His approach is supportive, clear, and thoughtfully tailored to real needs. I left the session feeling more confident and hopeful that these improvements will drive better outcomes. I highly recommend Waqas to anyone looking to grow their public speaking skills.

What distinguishes Waqas is his ability to quickly identify and address the root causes of the anxiety

Having worked with Waqas, I've personally experienced the profound changes he brings to his clients' lives. His relentless drive to improve and never give up is truly inspiring.

What distinguishes Waqas from other public speaking coaches is his ability to quickly identify and address the root causes of the anxiety, rather than offering temporary fixes like affirmations or "fake it till you make it" approaches. His passionate and empathetic guidance makes a real difference. Highly recommended for anyone struggling with public speaking anxiety!

I'm now able to speak in front of groups with greater ease and confidence.

Waqas is an exceptional anxiety coach who helped me overcome my struggles with public speaking. His approach is unique, focusing on understanding the underlying causes of anxiety and developing effective coping strategies. Through our session, I gained a deeper understanding of my anxiety and developed the tools necessary to manage it.

Working with Waqas allowed me to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that were holding me back. I was able to build confidence in public speaking and overcome my fear. This newfound confidence has also improved my relationships and enabled me to pursue new opportunities that I previously would have avoided due to my anxiety.

Practical, engaging, and easy to implement

I had the opportunity to attend public speaking coaching sessions conducted by Waqas, and it was truly a valuable and enriching experience. His insights on public speaking were practical, engaging, and easy to implement. Thanks to his guidance.

Waqas is an outstanding coach and an inspiring public speaking trainer, I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to enhance their presentation, communication, and public speaking skills.

I left feeling more self‑aware, encouraged, and equipped

Waqas delivered a powerful and engaging session on how our belief systems shape confidence in public speaking. His thoughtful guidance helped me uncover limiting narratives, understand their impact, and identify clear, practical steps to grow.

I left feeling more self‑aware, encouraged, and equipped with strategies to continue developing my skills. I highly recommend this training to others.

[Waqas] genuinely wants to see you succeed

[Public speaking] is a topic that many struggle with and Waqas distills the process in such a relatable and simple way. He demystifies it so you get to the root cause of your own blocks that pave the way for more confidence. I was impressed with Waqas' passion for helping people which comes from his own personal experience. He genuinely wants to see you succeed and that's a coach I want to work with!

I had my first session with Waqas about a week ago. We worked on eliminating one of my self limiting beliefs in order to improve my public speaking comfortability.

I really enjoyed the session and gained alot of clarity from it and it seemed to help alot. Following the session I was curious if this would be effective beyond the session.

The real test: I honestly noticed that very same day that it had been effective just by how I was communicating at work. Thanks so much!

Waqas helped me break the ice, overcome my speaking anxiety, and streamline my communication skills. He is highly recommended as a speaking coach.

Waqas helped me break the ice, overcome my speaking anxiety, and streamline my communication skills. He is highly recommended as a speaking coach.

It was a great approach to tackle internal struggle to excel at public speaking

It was a great approach to tackle internal struggle to excel at public speaking