About Barbara

Communication Coach | Keynote Speaker | Author

Helping Leaders Speak with Clarity, Confidence, and Impact

Do you have brilliant ideas but struggle to articulate them? You know your expertise, yet when it’s time to present, lead a meeting, or influence decision makers, something gets lost in translation—and you don't get the outcomes you need.

I know that feeling firsthand. Having lived in multiple countries, I’ve been the non-native speaker navigating high-stakes conversations. I’ve experienced the frustration of finishing a presentation and realizing my message didn’t land the way I intended.

That’s why I’ve spent my career helping leaders master the art of clear, persuasive communication.

What I Do

I coach executives, leaders, and professionals—many of whom are introverted or get nervous in high-stakes situations—to up-level their communication skills and elevate their leadership presence.

Whether you're preparing for a board meeting, delivering an important presentation, or trying to get buy-in for your ideas, I help you:

✔️ Clarify your message so your ideas resonate with your audience and drive action.

✔️ Develop executive presence so you command attention and respect.

✔️ Overcome public speaking anxiety using science-backed techniques, including Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), to reduce nerves and enhance confidence.

✔️ Adapt your communication style to different audiences and cultural contexts.

How I Help Leaders Like You

Throughout my career, I have coached and trained hundreds of global managers from over 35 countries to deliver memorable, impactful, presentations. Many years of listening to and analyzing messages for clarity and impact have given me the ability to identify what’s unclear, what’s missing, and what needs to change to ensure your message lands.

From message structure to delivery, from word choice to nonverbal impact, I specialize in helping you fine-tune your communication style so you can be as clear, as persuasive, and as memorable as possible.

My Background & Expertise

I combine academic knowledge with real-world experience.

📌M.A. in International Relations

– University of the Pacific, Stockton, California

📌B.A. in Nutrition

– University of Iowa

📌Certified in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

– A proven method for reducing anxiety and enhancing confidence in communication.

📌16 Years Teaching communication topics at the Swiss Federal Technical Institute of Lausanne (EPFL)

– Voted Best Teacher of the Year six times.

📌20+ Years Living & Working Abroad

– Firsthand experience in the challenges of global business communication and cross-cultural issues.

I now live in Southeast Michigan with my life partner, continuing to coach leaders from all industries who want to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

Are You Ready to Transform Your Communication?

If you’re ready to eliminate speaking anxiety, clarify your message, and lead with confidence, let’s connect.

My Approach is to make you shine!

What Does it Take?

1. A solid desire to communicate better.

2. Commitment to do the difficult work of overcoming years of conditioning.

3. Time and freeing up the mental bandwidth to do the work.

How I Help:

I helpyou identify your core communication issues.
I coach you to overcome them.
I give you direct, honest, actionable feedback.
I hold you accountable and I cheer you on!

What's It Like to Work with Me?

I am rigorous and compassionate.

I expect a lot, but I also give a lot.

I have a wicked sense of humor ;-)

Your Success is My Success.

Let's Get There Together.

For over two decades, Barbara Boldt has helped introverted leaders and professionals find their authentic voice and command the room with confidence.

Drawing from her twenty years living abroad and working across 35+ countries, she brings a unique perspective to leadership communication coaching.

Barbara specializes in transforming hesitant communicators into influential leaders through proven strategies that build executive presence, clear messaging, and natural confidence.

Her approach isn't about changing who you are—it's about empowering you to communicate with impact while staying true to yourself.

Whether you struggle with public speaking anxiety or need to enhance your leadership presence, Barbara provides the tools and support to help you speak with authority and lead with clarity.