Reflecting on a Year of Transformation and Growth in Public Speaking and Leadership Communication

As 2024 is over, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the incredible milestones our clients and our team achieved. From preparing leaders for impactful sales meetings, keynotes, and TEDx talks to conquering fears of public speaking and media training – the journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Let’s celebrate the highlights that made this year unforgettable—and set your stage for even greater success in 2025.

Empowering a TEDx Talk That Moved Audiences

One of the standout moments of the year was working with Abbie Clary on her TEDx Talk. The healthcare changes she wants to see – combined with her storytelling and extensive experience in healthcare design – makes this TEDx Talk a must watch. Through our public speaking training, she gained more confidence and tools to connect authentically with her audience.

Here’s what Abbie had to say:

"Working with Kathryn Janicek was an incredible experience. Her guidance not only helped me feel confident and comfortable on stage but also allowed me to deliver one of the most personal and meaningful talks of my career. Sharing my father’s story and advocating for empathy and humanity in healthcare design was deeply emotional, and Kathryn gave me the tools to connect authentically with my audience. I’m so grateful for her expertise in helping me bring such an important message to life."

Helping professionals like Abby bring their stories to life is at the heart of what we do. Public speaking training is about amplifying your voice and making an impact.

From Media Spotlight to Leadership Confidence

Dr. Lynn O’Connor made headlines in February when she appeared on Good Morning America, where she shared her historic role as the NYPD’s first Black female police surgeon. Media training for professionals like Dr. O’Connor ensures they can confidently share their expertise and message on high-profile platforms.

We also worked with Dr. Dalal Alhajji, who faced her fear of public speaking head-on. With our guidance, she delivered a major presentation at the country’s largest dental school, passed her surgical exam, and began her surgical internship.

Dr. Alhajji shared how the Janicek Performance Group leadership communication training impacted her career:

"I’ve gained confidence, become more involved in the dental community, and found new opportunities to share my story. I never thought this level of growth was possible."

Stories like these underscore the power of professional development training to transform not just careers but also personal confidence.

Highlighting Corporate Leadership Workshops

In 2024, we hosted several three-day “Communicating with Impact” leadership workshops for corporations, delivering actionable insights to executives seeking to strengthen their public speaking and presentation skills. Here’s what the participants had to say:

Workshops like these are designed to help executives and teams build leadership presence and communicate effectively in high-stakes environments. This hands-on, experiential approach sets our corporate communication training apart.

Tools That Build Confidence On Camera

We received glowing feedback about our resources, like the “Seven Biggest Mistakes Executives Make On Camera” guide. One executive shared her experience:

“The tips on clothing colors, lighting, and minimizing filler words were incredibly helpful. Your resources gave me the confidence I needed for my first podcast appearance.”

Whether it’s media training for professionals or equipping executives for public-facing opportunities, our tools are designed to make every interaction impactful.

Growing Our Team and Expanding Services

We’re excited to share that Janicek Performance Group has expanded! With new coaches, we’re even better equipped to deliver high-quality public speaking training, executive mindset training, leadership communication workshops, sales performance coaching, and executive presentation coaching. Our team’s growth reflects our commitment to helping professionals at every stage of their journey.

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Looking Ahead to 2025

I’m filled with gratitude for the leaders and companies we’ve worked with in 2024. 2024 was a year of transformation for our clients. If you want to overcome public speaking fear, prepare for a TEDx talk, improve your sales team’s performance, or elevate your leadership presence, 2025 is your year. Let’s make it happen together.

Thank you for trusting us to be a part of your journey. Here’s to amplifying your voice and achieving new heights in the year ahead!