Your best people go quiet in the moments that matter most.
The high performer who falls apart presenting to senior stakeholders. The expert who won't speak up in meetings. The emerging talent nobody sees because they avoid the room. It's not a skills problem. And that's why skills training hasn't fixed it.
Amarkai Group • Reshaping Perspectives
The Problem
You've already invested in training. Something is still in the way.
Your people know their work. Many have had presentation skills training. Yet in a client meeting, a cross-functional call or a room they didn't expect to feel nervous in, the confidence disappears. The knowledge is there. The belief in it, temporarily, isn't.
That's because speaking anxiety is psychological before it's technical. The clinical name is glossophobia, and it's one of the most common workplace fears there is: research by YouGov found 75% of UK professionals experience public speaking anxiety, and the Chartered Management Institute found 1 in 4 avoid career opportunities because of it.
Skills training tells people what to do. It can't touch the fear that fires before they get the chance to do it.
Our Approach
Mindset before method. That's the whole difference.
Amarkai works at the root. Every keynote, workshop and programme is built on the A.C.T. Framework, our proprietary methodology that moves people from honest self-awareness to committed action:
Accept. Name the fear. Understand what it is, how it shows up and what it's costing.
Create. Challenge the belief driving it. Reframe from the inside, with accuracy, not positive thinking.
Transform. Take the first step in the room, so people leave with a committed action, not an intention.
The sequence is fixed. Address what's happening internally first, and the skills your people already have finally land.
How we measure
You'll be able to show what changed.
Every programme includes the Speaking Confidence Index (SCI), Amarkai's proprietary assessment measuring confidence across physical, mental and behavioural dimensions, captured at baseline, midpoint and completion.
This isn't a feel-good survey. It's an evidence-based picture your leadership can see: who speaks up now, who takes the client call, who volunteers for the room they used to avoid.
What we Deliver
One methodology. Three ways in.
Keynotes
Up to 60 minutes for conferences, leadership events and ERGs. Audiences leave with a starting point, not just awareness.
Workshops
Half-day sessions where teams name what's stopping them and shift it, together.
Programmes
Cohort journeys over months, combining workshops, group coaching and practice, measured end to end with the SCI.
For individuals, Elevation Coaching offers the same depth one to one.
What Others Say
What happens when the fear moves out of the way.
This video testimonial highlights how our workshops helped a team build trust, embrace vulnerability and elevate their public speaking skills. Watch their journey to discover the impact of our approach.
75% of people experience public speaking anxiety. It's not a skill problem, it's a mindset problem.
When you address the psychological barrier first, confident communication becomes natural.
"Anthea changed my life"
"In just three hours, Anthea helped me unlock the confidence within me — not only to speak up in meetings and engage in public speaking when needed but to actively seek out opportunities to do so. Less than two months later, this newfound confidence has allowed me to step out of my comfort zone repeatedly, pursuing new tasks and projects instead of sticking with what I knew. As an introvert, stepping out of my shell was transformative. In short, working with Anthea changed my life."
- Steven Lynch-Barry, LCT International, London
"Your message resonated deeply"
"Your presentation was nothing short of phenomenal. The learners couldn't stop raving about it afterward, everyone took away so much, myself included! Your speaking style is incredibly engaging, and your message resonated deeply with the entire group."
- Aemi Bestman, Network Rail
"Produce better results for all"
"Anthea's coaching also provided me with valuable insights about myself, enabling me to utilize my strengths and tackle challenges with strengthened confidence. In result, my Learning and Development Workshops are more impactful and produce better results for all the employees that I train."
- Jurtval Bozgo, Training Officer
Trusted by organisations including
Network Rail has booked Amarkai across multiple cohorts of its leadership programme.
The A.C.T Framework: Your Path to Purposeful Growth
Welcome to Amarkai Group, where transformation begins with intentional action.
Our signature A.C.T Framework empowers individuals and teams to unlock their potential, overcome challenges and achieve meaningful results across all areas of their careers. Whether it’s mastering public speaking, navigating conflict, stepping into leadership or fostering inclusivity within an organisation, we work closely with each individual to reshape perspectives and inspire purposeful action. Together we create outcomes that drive personal and organisational success.
Here’s how the A.C.T Framework works:
Accept: Start by acknowledging your current state. Identify your strengths and the barriers holding you back. This step is about self-awareness and challenging limiting beliefs that may be keeping you from progressing.
Create: Envision your future success and map out a clear plan to get there. This stage focuses on innovation, problem-solving and aligning your actions with your core values to overcome obstacles.
Transform: Bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Develop the mindset, skills and relationships needed to take consistent, purposeful action toward your goals.
We create environments where growth feels possible and real change takes root. Whether you're a professional, a leader, an organisation or an event planner, the A.C.T Framework provides a structured yet flexible approach to growth. It’s not just about change. It’s about transformation that lasts.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Who's behind the work
Anthea Armar founded Amarkai after 20+ years in learning and development. She's spent the last five specialising in one thing: the fear that stops capable professionals from speaking up.
She's worked with hundreds of professionals across keynotes, workshops and programmes, from emerging talent finding their voice to senior leaders preparing for the biggest presentation of their career.
She's been that person too. That's where the authenticity comes from.
Next Steps
Start with a conversation.
Thirty minutes.
You bring what you're seeing in your team. You'll leave knowing whether this is the right work and what the right shape of it looks like for your organisation.
What We Offer
01.
Public Speaking
For professionals, teams and leaders wanting to engage, persuade and inspire others. Choose from keynotes, interactive workshops, practice clinics, tailored programmes and one-to-one coaching.
Whether you’re stepping onto a stage for the first time or leading high-stakes meetings, we equip you with the confidence and skills to share your story powerfully.
Leadership and Career Development
Designed for individuals at any career stage seeking growth, our workshops, structured programmes and personalised one-to-one and group coaching sessions build clarity, resilience and next-level communication. Move forward with practical strategies and the support you need to realise your goals.
Future Leaders
Created for schools, colleges, universities and youth groups, our talks, workshops, career development programmes and mentoring prepare the leaders of tomorrow. We inspire young people to discover their unique strengths and talents, develop leadership skills and enhance their communication abilities. By doing so, they can create meaningful change for themselves and their communities.
Whether partnering with established organisations, creative start-ups or educational institutions our commitment remains the same: delivering impactful results that truly matter. Enhanced self-belief, improved communication and the confidence to lead with authenticity and ambition will empower individuals, strengthen teams and inspire the next generation to succeed.
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