TOM VERRALL
COMMUNICATION COACH
Helping leaders communicate with clarity, confidence and authority
I work with executives, professionals and public figures across London and the UK to improve how they communicate - whether in leadership roles, high-stakes presentations or challenging conversations.
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If you want to speak with more confidence, structure your message clearly, and make a stronger impact, I can help.
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Specialisms:
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Executive communication coaching
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Public speaking coaching (London & UK)
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Leadership communication and executive presence
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Confidence in high-pressure situations
"Tom has a considerable battery of skills"
Peter Nichols, West End and Broadway playwright
Communication coaching for Leaders, Teams & Professionals
Strong communication is one of the most important leadership skills - yet it's rarely taught in a practical way.
I provide one-to-one coaching and team training for:
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Senior leaders and executives
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Professionals moving into leadership roles
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Individuals preparing for presentations or interviews
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Organisations looking to improve internal communication
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Sessions are available in London, Oxford and across the UK, as well as remotely.​
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How I help:
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Executive Communication Coaching (UK)
Develop clarity, authority and confidence in leadership settings.
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Public Speaking Coaching
Prepare for presentations, conferences and high-stakes speaking situations.
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Leadership Communication & Executive Presence
Strengthen how you show up, influence others and communicate under pressure.
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Difficult Conversations & Confidence
Handle challenging situations with calm, clarity and control.
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Results clients experience:
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Greater confidence when speaking in high-pressure environments
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Clearer, more structured communication
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Stronger executive presence
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More influence in meetings and presentations
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Improved ability to handle difficult conversations
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My approach:
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With over 25 years' experience, I combine communication coaching with insights from performance training and psychology.
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This allows clients to:
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Understand how they come across
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Make practical, immediate improvements
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Build long term communication confidence
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Coaching is tailored, practical and focused on real-world outcomes.
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I am trusted by individuals and organisations including:
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BBC Studios, Channel 4, the NHS, Rolls-Royce plc, Warner Bros Discovery and many more.
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"Tom is a brilliant coach and really helps you grow as a person and as a leader"
Michael McCourt, former Chief Executive Officer, NHS
Actor
I was an award-winning student at the renowned Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and I have since worked on stage and screen as a freelance actor.
“Tom was kind enough to star in my Inside No.9 episode ‘The Inventors’. He was a joy to work with; extremely enthusiastic, professional, and willing to put up with an unorthodox production method!”
Jon Aird, BAFTA award-winning producer
Writer
I regularly write blogs and online articles and have written numerous creative copy for companies including BBC Studios, Channel 4 and Rolls-Royce plc.
I have co-written an award-winning Edinburgh festival show, contributions to radio and television comedy as well as hundreds of corporate scripts.
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My short film, Dignity, that I also directed, had a lengthy film festival run across three continents and won a Best Director award by the Festival of Peace and Equality in Indonesia.
‘Beautifully acted with effective dialogue’
Nora Armani, Artistic Director,
Socially Relevant Film Festival
New York
Creative Director
I founded NV Management in 2001 with Nicola Berry.
NV provides creates experiential learning for business, provides professional actors for role play services and produces corporate films.
Regular clients include Buro Happold, Harley-Davidson and Panasonic.
‘I have worked with Tom for a number of years and can thoroughly recommend him as a business actor, trainer, facilitator and coach. He is insightful, knowledgeable and engaging; people listen to him and genuinely think about how they can change their behaviour for the better, including me. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again.’
Jamie Ward, Head of Learning and Development at Channel 4
Other Interests
I was an executive producer on a recent film by Byline Times. You can watch it here:
Much of my spare time is spent with a head in a book, or at the cinema or theatre. Despite the sedentary nature of these activities, I like to keep fit and run at least one major half-marathon or marathon event every year.
I enjoy singing (I recently passed my Grade 8 in musical theatre with distinction) and speaking French and other tongues with much enthusiasm, if not proficiency!
I have been grateful that my work has taken me to many different countries and travel for both professional and personal reasons is one of life’s joys, especially when it involves immersion in different cultures and observing the natural world.
Finally, I support numerous charities, especially in the areas of human rights, animal welfare, and the environment.