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Herman came to Columbia to lead a public speaking workshop, and it was both fun and incredibly informative! He made everyone feel comfortable while giving us practical, actionable tips to improve our confidence and communication. I learned so much and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to strengthen their speaking skills.
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It was a pleasure to be in Herman's thoroughly engaging class this past Friday. His words of wisdom / advices and enthusiasm made the all-day class go by quickly, and the flow of the class was seamless.
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This public speaking class was amazing! Herman Otten shared practical tips and strategies that really helped me overcome a very common fear. I took the class to prepare for two speaking engagements, and I nailed both of them! Thank you so much for the confidence boost and great guidance!
Far exceeded my expectations for a 1-day public speaking workshop. Herman is smart, sensitive and gave incredible tips and secrets. It's intimate (7 people max) so you'll speak 5-6 times during the day, and will be able to feel yourself improving. Recommend!
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I had an absolutely incredible experience today in my public speaking class with Herman, one that left a real mark on me. I walked in curious, maybe even a little nervous, but I walked out more confident, focused, and inspired than ever.
The structure of the class was both powerful and practical. We didn’t just talk about theory — we did the work. We practiced voice control, body language, storytelling, and the art of truly connecting with an audience. Every exercise felt like a breakthrough.
What really stood out was the environment. Supportive, dynamic, and driven — the energy in the room made me want to grow. I felt seen. I felt challenged. And most importantly, I felt capable of stepping into a new level of communication.
If you’re thinking about working on your voice, your presence, your confidence — this is it. Today reminded me that how we speak is how we lead. And I’m just getting started.
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One of the most useful, perspective-shifting workshops I’ve ever done.
Herman doesn’t just teach you how to speak better — he changes how you think about public speaking altogether. A lot of what he says goes against the usual advice, but that’s exactly why it works.
Herman himself is warm, open, and genuinely interesting — the kind of teacher that leaves a mark even after a single one-day session. I left the session with some seriously smart tips, fantastic insights, and a confidence in my skills that I plan to keep for years.
Honestly, I feel lucky I got to do this. 11/10!
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