Testimonials
Bridget Harvey - Assistant Director, UNICEF Next Generation, UNICEF USA
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
"When our UNICEF USA Board members asked about the potential to hold a UNICEF storytelling workshop, I knew just who to reach out to. After getting to experience actress Paulie Rojas' storytelling expertise firsthand a few years prior, I knew our leadership would benefit from one of her workshops. Paulie enthusiastically facilitated a storytelling workshop at the 2023 UNICEF USA Joint Boards Meeting in LA, and it was truly a transformative experience. Paulie's passion for storytelling and her genuine dedication to making a positive impact on the world were evident from the moment she stepped into the room.
She emphasized the power of storytelling as a tool for social change, encouraging us to use our voices to shed light on important issues affecting children worldwide. Paulie navigated us through various storytelling techniques, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and empathy in our narratives. Her ability to break down complex concepts into relatable and practical exercises made the learning process enjoyable and accessible to all. As a result, the participants felt encouraged to share our own stories and perspectives. Better yet, they had Paulie's coaching to help them grow and develop their own unique storytelling style. Overall, the workshop was a transformative experience that equipped us with valuable skills and also instilled a sense of purpose and responsibility amongst our supporters.
Beyond her expertise, what truly stood out about Paulie was her genuine warmth and compassion. She cares deeply about her work and all involved in the process and takes the time to listen and provide individual guidance. Her commitment to using storytelling as a tool to advocate for children's rights was both inspiring and motivating. I left the workshop feeling inspired, empowered, and equipped with new storytelling skills that I could apply in both my personal and professional life. Paulie's workshop not only enhanced my storytelling abilities but also deepened my understanding of the power of storytelling to effect positive change.
We are immensely grateful to Paulie for her support of UNICEF's work, and for lending her talent to our organization in this way!"
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
"As a biotech entrepreneur and advocate for women in leadership I know how important it is to reach and engage an audience. When I decided to deliver my TEDx talk in San Diego on "Moxie," I didn’t fully realize what an impactful speaker I could become. I knew this was a different speaking engagement, one where I would be communicating much more than science and facts as a scientific leader.
Determined to excel, I sought out Paulie Rojas as my public speaking coach. Paulie helped me see my potential and taught me how to convey my message with authenticity and passion. My biggest "aha" moment was learning to share my personal story and my idea worth spreading with vocal variation, my whole mind, body, and spirit and in a truly relaxed way. She brought out the best in me, which truly resonated with the audience.
The feedback I received after my talk was overwhelming: "Sheila, you were flawless! Gorgeous, poised, clear, grounded, charming, while saying such incredibly important things! You knocked it out of the park!" Another attendee said, "Sheila absolutely killed it! Amazing presence on stage, beautifully delivered—just phenomenal!" I laughed, I cried, and I left feeling inspired and proud.
To anyone hesitant about investing in public speaking coaching, I wholeheartedly recommend Paulie Rojas. Her guidance has been invaluable, helping me unlock my true potential as a speaker."
Check out Sheila's Tedx San Diego Talk here!
Joel K. Livingston - Emtexglobal Executive Vice President
Sheila Gujrathi - Biotech Executive | Physician Scientist | Healthcare Investor | Drug Developer
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
"Paulie was the best coach for our event for the Boston chapter entrepreneurs organization. The speakers were committed, open, funny, vulnerable and well trained. The speakers that Paulie worked with loved her. They said how easy it was to work with her. How she was caring and thoughtful with her advice. Helpful with her knowledge of the format we set up. They said Paulie made them want to be their best. I had the pleasure of meeting Paulie at the event and I realized right way just looking at her from afar how invested she was in the process and how much she cared about each speaker. I saw it loud and clear from across the room.
We have already decided to make our event annual going forward. I am insisting on having Paulie be the coach for this event every year that she can make it.
That way I am guaranteed that this event will be the highest rated of all our events."
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
“Working with Paulie empowered me to be most impactful with my talks. I have just finished doing 2 keynotes in 2 weeks and more requests are coming in because of the guidance and clarity that Paulie helped me to achieve in our preparation sessions. Thank you Paulie for your wisdom, guidance, enthusiasm and impact!”
Loren (Brill) Castle | Founder & CEO Sweet Loren’s
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
Loren (Brill) Castle | Founder & CEO Sweet Loren’s
“I’ve told my story many times, but only until I worked with Paulie did my story have an opening, flow, lesson learned, and cohesive ending that tied it altogether. I got so much more confident so I could actually enjoy speaking in front of hundreds of people! Paulie is always such great energy and a true delight to work with. Cannot recommend working with her enough!”
Tevia Hoalst | Owner/Founder TeKoda Accounting
Stephen Distante - Chairman & Founder of Vanderbilt Financial Group + Documentary Filmmaker
Loren (Brill) Castle | Founder & CEO Sweet Loren’s
"Paulie is the BEST!! I cannot express the value I feel from the short amount of time we worked together and am running to get more sessions with her! Every single session I took pages of notes away that I can reference back to for the remainder of my career and even better I saw marked improvement in my public presence after each time. Paulie was incredible at giving me feedback on my speaking in a way that I could reference back to and refresh each time to ensure I was improving. I would whole heartedly tell anyone they are missing out if they don’t spend some time with Paulie!"
Tania D., Product Manager
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
"It gives me great pleasure to recommend Paulie for her public-speaking skills. Through her trainings, I have become a more confident and polished speaker. I no longer race through bullet points on my powerpoint slides, stumble over what to say, and feel anxious or scared about presenting to a large public group. I learned to relax, speak clearly and have presence, whether it's in small or large meeting groups. I was recently promoted to a Senior Manager and I believe my enhanced and polished presentation skills played an important role. "
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
Congratulations to my client, Tom Krieglstein for his incredible Tedx talk at UCLA. Tom is an award winning speaker and writer on increasing engagement and fostering retention. He has worked with over 650 college and corporations worldwide through his leadership programs. Tom has gone from successful internet entrepreneur of a $1.5 million dollar company at 21 years old to five-time “Leadership Speaker of the Year.” You killed it, Tom!
Check out Tom's TedxUCLA talk: Free Hugs; How to be Human in a Technological World | Tom Krieglstein | TEDxUCLA
Joe A., CEO Digital Marketing
Tom Krieglstein, Training Facilitator
Joe A., CEO Digital Marketing
Public Speaking is one is feared by professionals more than death. Paulie makes you come alive and helps you show up with your full spirit. If you want to learn how to present like a pro and dazzle audiences you must speak to Paulie. She will show you by example how to make the stage come alive. She is a master communicator, kind and shares her gifts fully. Everyone that works with Paulie enjoys every moment of the interaction. Whether you are looking for a speaker at your event or you want to take one on one classes, Paulie will take your speaking and presenting skills to new heights. Yes, she is the real deal.
Gustavo A., Strategist
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
Joe A., CEO Digital Marketing
"Hiring Paulie has been one of the best choices I have made since I changed careers a few years ago. I was looking for a coach to get up to speed in the communication/presentation realm as quickly as possible, and she delivered way beyond my expectations. Her extensive acting training and experience makes her an invaluable asset for any professional that is looking to hone its communication skills."
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Paulie during a high-pressure time at my company. She gave me confidence and presence I didn’t know I had. At a time where my performance could very much determine my position at my company instead of giving in to nerves and stress, I impressed my coworkers and supervisor with ease and enthusiasm. Needless to say things are much better, and I thank Paulie for showing me how much power I have as a speaker."
Clem C., Managing Partner
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
Marvin V., Sr. Manager, Dell Technologies
"I have hired Paulie to work with me both personally and for members of my sales force. Her extensive training as a classical actress enables her to fine tune her clients speaking skills. She also has the ability to enhance a speaker's relaxation and eliminate actions that would otherwise distract from the presentation. I personally find her to have one of the best work ethics I have witnessed. She is very pleasant and truly cares about her clients development."
Testimonials
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
As someone with limited public speaking experience, I knew that I needed help. Paulie helps her clients show up and feel comfortable presenting their authenticity to their audience and have fun in the process. The tactics and processes Paulie coaches her clients through pushes them to have significant growth in their public speaking skills in a short period of time. I am a fast talker and have a tendency to swallow the ends of my words. In working with Paulie I have learned how to slow down, annunciate, and recognize when I am sliding back into my habits.
Bill Gamble - CEO Pinhole Press + Learning Chair EO Capital District NY
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
"I worked with Paulie to coach 5 business owners in a Ted Talk style presentation, and she was absolutely amazing at her job. Paulie has the personality and skill set to make people feel good about the sometimes hard feedback needed to turn them into a polished speaker. She was flexible and a joy to work with, and the results were simply spectacular. She turned our first time speakers into the top event we've ever put on for or members, and I highly recommend her for anyone considering a speaking coach."
Dan Hoffman - Founder, Circl.es, CEO Hoffman Industries, LLC
Will Breslaw | Tristate Plumbing Construction Executive + Distillery Founder
Dan Hoffman - Founder, Circl.es, CEO Hoffman Industries, LLC
"I've worked with a few speaking coaches before to help in my role as CEO. Paulie was extraordinary. The best. She brings acting and storytelling tools that make an immediate and dramatic impact. I took every note, and soaked up her incredible energy. I am proud of what we did together."