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​We believe authentic communication is more than a skill. It’s a superpower.

 

Whether you're speaking on a stage, sharing a story in the boardroom, or navigating a tough conversation, your words have the power to spark change, build trust and move people.

Authenticity isn’t a buzzword. It’s your edge.

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To SPEAC Success (speek suhk-cess) is to show up and speak out boldly, brilliantly and as your truest self. It’s the magic that happens when you lead with passion, speak with purpose, and offer a perspective that only you can bring. When you SPEAC Success:

 

You don’t just communicate. You connect.

You don’t perform. You resonate.

You don’t just speak. You SPEAC.

Whether you're battling stage fright, struggling to get your message across, want to become a stronger storyteller or need to communicate with more clarity and impact, we can help you SPEAC Success.

Shannon Malkin Daniels

Founder, SPEAC Success

"When it comes to communication, connection is much greater than perfection."

~Shannon Malkin Daniels

SERVICES

How We Can Help

INDIVIDUALS

Coaching and programs built around wherever you're starting from.

ORGANIZATIONS

Workshops, training and coaching custom built for your team.

STAGE PREP

Get performance ready with Drop The Mic Night, our signature stage experience.

SPEAKING

Book Shannon to speak at your next event.

The SPEAC Framework™

SPEAC stands for Strategize, Prepare, Elevate, Articulate, Connect.

 

It's the framework behind everything we do, built to help you communicate and speak authentically so you can truly connect with the people in front of you.

Five stages. One goal: helping you show up as your most confident, authentic self, wherever you're speaking.

APPROACH

Practical, Human, Tailored to You

I’ve learned that the best way to grow as a communicator is to actually speak, reflect and try again. You don’t need a bunch of rigid rules or a one size fits all formula. You need an approach that feels true to who you are and supports the way you naturally show up.

My work is rooted in real life practice. We’ll look at your actual scenarios, conversations and presentations so the skills you build are useful the moment you walk out of the room. Every session is interactive and experiential because communication is something you learn by doing, not memorizing.

Most of all, I bring a human first mindset. Experience has taught me that authenticity is the key to connection and that connection is much more valuable than perfection.

 

I meet you where you are, tailor the work to your goals and help you grow into a communicator who feels confident, grounded and fully yourself on any stage or in any room.

Want to learn more?

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INDIVIDUALS

Wherever you're starting from, we've got a path for you

Some people come to us ready to work through things on their own time. Some want to practice out loud with a group. Some have a keynote in three weeks and need focused, one-on-one attention. All of it's here.

Whether you're building your foundation, sharpening your delivery with real feedback, or getting hands-on help for something high-stakes, we've built a way to work with us that fits where you are right now.

ORGANIZATIONS

Training built around your team, not a generic template

We work with teams to build stronger communicators from the inside out, whether that's hands-on group workshops or 1:1 and small group coaching for your employees. Everything is shaped around your goals, your culture and what your people are actually facing day to day.

Every organization is different, so every program is different. We take the time to understand what you need before we build it.

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SPEAKING

Hire Shannon to Speak 

When I'm on stage, my goal is to help people feel seen, walk away with something that shifts how they think or act, and leave with practical tools they can actually use.

You won't get an off-the-shelf talk from me. Before I step onto any stage, I take the time to really get to know the audience, the industry and what actually matters to the people in the room. That's why even a talk I've given a hundred times feels brand new every time.

I lean on real, personal stories tied directly to what I'm speaking about, not generic examples, because that's what makes an idea stick. Audiences walk away feeling like I was talking directly to them, and that's what builds real connection to the message.

Whether it's a corporate event, conference, retreat or community gathering, I bring energy, warmth and an authentic message that sticks around long after the room empties.

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Testimonials

TESTIMONIALS

When authentic voices SPEAC Success, they create powerful outcomes and real connection. These are the stories of clients who have done just that.

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I brought Shannon in to revitalize our sales approach with a focus on needs-based selling, persuasion, and storytelling. Her expertise in these areas was evident from the start. Her ability to break down complex concepts into actionable steps made the training engaging and effective for our entire team. Shannon helped our team uncover the unique stories that differentiate Tauck from our competitors. By teaching us how to weave these stories into our sales conversations, we will see a significant improvement in our ability to connect with clients on an emotional level. Our sales team is now equipped with the tools and confidence to not only identify customer needs but also to craft compelling narratives that resonate deeply. I highly recommend Shannon to any organization looking to elevate their sales performance through the power of storytelling.
~Shauna Sullivan Reilly, Director of Sales & Trade Marketing, Tauck
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Stacey Ross Cohen
CEO, Co-Communications
Author, BrandUp

I'm forever grateful to have found Shannon to help me prep for my TEDx Talk. With Shannon by my side, I honed my presentation skills and delivered an exceptional TEDx Talk. With 1.1 million views, her impact speaks for itself. Shannon is a true master at her craft, possessing the perfect blend of strategy, talent, creative ideas, enthusiasm, and passion. She truly goes above and beyond for her clients.

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Marco Groot

CEO, Hilverda de Boer USA Inc

Over the years I developed an anxiety to speak, during meetings and general presentations. Not really handy for a CEO of an International midsize company. Shannon helped me with tips, taught me new techniques and we did even a "fake" presentation in front of her office people. All this boosted up my confidence of speaking in public again, and it really helped me.

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Christine Gaze, CFP®, CIMA®

Founder & Managing Partner, Purpose Consulting Group

Shannon is fantastic!  She helped me prepare a presentation for a keynote before 1000+ audience. I am highly seasoned at developing and delivering presentations, but Shannon helped me ensure my message was tight and on-point. She also counseled me to inject a parallel personal story to help add more life and humor. The presentation got rave reviews. I am confident that it was much better than I would have come up with on my own. I am looking forward to working with Shannon again in the future!

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SPEAC Success LLC 

Public Speaking & Authentic Communication Training

203.595.1918

1700 East Putnam Avenue

Suite 208-101

Old Greenwich, CT 06870

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