Refine your voice. Redefine your influence.
Confident, Masterful Communication. Hone Your Craft with Us.
Ready to take your communication to the next level of inspiration?
THE COACH APPROACH TO LEADERSHIP
WITH THE COACHING CLINIC™
An online workshop in April. Learn more now!
Would you like to become a brilliant storyteller?
Are you eager to transform your oral storytelling skills from average to extraordinary? Do you yearn to craft compelling narratives that captivate your audience, whether in business meetings, networking events, or presentations? Imagine possessing the masterful ability to tell stories that engage, inspire, and persuade—building trust effortlessly and making your message memorable. Wouldn’t it be powerful to walk into any room feeling confident, capable of holding your listener’s attention from start to finish, instead of battling nerves or waffling through your point?
Picture a future where nervousness, hesitation, and losing your audience become things of the past. Instead, you step into a world where telling brilliant stories is natural, enjoyable, and a key part of your communication toolkit. Imagine the benefits—stronger connections, better influence, and a reputation as a compelling speaker. What are you waiting for? The ability to weave unforgettable stories is within your reach—are you ready to unlock it?
Knowles by Heart Consultants delivers a suite of coaching and training workshops designed to bring out your authentic self, and show you skilful new ways of communicating.
Our Focus is YOU
Our methods are based on heart-felt interactions and mutual respect.
We integrate core values exploration into all of our programs.
We share over 50 years of combined business and training experience.
Choose your own adventure
From building conversations quickly to leading your team with presence and trust;
From perfecting your personal pitch to landing that dream job;
We are here to guide you on your adventure to becoming a better communicator.

Personal Suite
For individuals on a journey of self-development

Presenter Suite
For Speakers, Professionals, and Entrepreneurs

Job Seeking Suite
For people in transition, immigrant professionals, and women re-entering the workforce

Leadership Suite
For Leaders, Managers, and Influencers

Team Suite
For Organizations, Departments, and Project Teams
Do you fit into more than one Suite?
Even better!
We’re all wonderfully complex creatures. Our programs reflect where you sit amongst your many relationships, as well as the personality traits, ambitions and dreams that make up You.
Chat to us today. Let us in on your story. We can show you impactful programs that will help you soar.
Get to know us better
“The Values-based Leadership Workshop delivered by Wendy provided an opportunity to take a deeper look at my personal values…It was a chance to slow down, take a breath, and reflect. I have an emerging sense of importance of being values-driven…The new theoretical models can easily apply to my areas of practice and offer a way to better support my teams.”
– Comments from Leaders of NGOs at the 2019 Provincial Leadership Conference
John and Wendy, You two are awesome! The way you work together is brilliant.
Your feedback was right on the money, you never talk over each other and your differing perspectives dovetailed together. John’s level of expertise and attention to detail is unbelievable. Wendy’s helped me access more vulnerability and fun in my delivery.
Her business savvy kept the professional tone front and centre while encouraging spontaneity and freedom of expression.
You two take professional storytelling to a whole different level. I had a blast!
– Dennis Duff, Business Owner, Northern California
Organisations that John and Wendy Knowles have impacted include:
Courses
Our coaching programs combine a ‘yin’ and ‘yang’ of authentic communication: Authentic Values and Storytelling.
These two streams work in harmony to develop your skills in expressing yourself, leading others, and creating impact.
Explore our fun courses that guide and challenge you!
Below are a small selection of our Courses – click here to view the full Course List.
Team Building with Improvisation
Align your team with this hilarious, improvised games and lateral thinking workshop that develops their brainstorming, creativity and communication skills in a hands-on team-building experience.
The Coach Approach to Leadership with The Coaching Clinic ™ Workshop – for internal teams and public groups
Fact: Managers and leaders who employ a coach-approach to leading others produces stronger teams and better results. Learn how to better engage others through a proven coaching conversation model!
Perfect Your Personal Pitch
Learn to deliver a precise powerful and authentic pitch that encapsulates your personality, passion and career potential.
Mastering Conversational Skills
Learn to build engaging conversations quickly with strangers in a business scenario, on a date or while you wait for your coffee order.
Craft Your Story with IMPACT Level II
Fine tune the Storytelling skills you acquired in Level 1 by digging deeper into conflict, stagecraft, narrative, vocal and character techniques and comic viewpoints.
Craft Your Story with IMPACT Level I
Learn to captivate, entertain and motivate people with stories from your own life using John’s step-by-step interactive journey towards brilliant oral storytelling.
Wonderful, you made it!
Hopefully, you've reached this point because you have a good feeling about us and how we can help.
Do you fancy sharing more stories together?
Or exploring how you can better and more comfortably express your authentic self?
Or having more impact whenever you speak?
While singing telegrams are always welcome, phone calls and emails might be easier.
Call us here to speak with John, or email us on hello@knowlesbyheart.com.
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