Natasha Yannacañedo teaches the art of public speaking to all different types of students. Whether you have to give a lecture for an audience of a ten thousand or an intimate toast at your best friend's wedding, Natasha can help you gain the confidence you need to give an effective speech. Natasha is an adjunct professor at St. Francis College and L.I.M. College in New York City where she teaches public speaking. 

Speech/Public Speaking Philosophy: 

When I coach the C.E.O. of a company, I use the same approach as I do with my college students. I teach a comprehensive warm-up, analyze speech skills, and actively coach the student to overcome their fear. I always emphasize the importance of tailoring your speech to your audience, whether it is a presentation for potential investors or an anniversary toast. I guide students through the fears that many students have when taking a public speaking class. I teach them to harness their nervousness and use it to their advantage. I teach relaxation and articulation exercises so that they can have their voice and body in the best possible condition. My theater background allows me to utilize teaching techniques to elicit active, passionate and effective speeches from my students. Whether it is a regional accent or a severely shy personality, I challenge my students to push their own boundaries and limitations. My students make great strides in their speech giving skills and I take pride in that. I am nurturing, and yet extremely challenging, and that contributes to the great success of my students.