Wording. Speaking. Presence.
Strategic, micro-specific techniques that win.
No theory—just instant results.
We’re the modern upgrade
to old‑school speaking clubs & finishing schools.
10,000+ people use our specific, no‑fluff speaking tweaks to make stronger first impressions and consistently have better outcomes in presentations, talks, interviews, & pitches.
Nothing but simple, testable micro‑tweaks to wording and delivery, focused on measurable outcomes. No theory, no fluff—just results.
Strategic Wording
Over 10,000 CEOs, politicians, entrepreneurs, podcasters, and more use our research-backed, proven strategic techniques using precise words that make stronger first impressions, increase credibility, and boost impact by up to 73%. This establishes trust with colleagues and customers, turning one-off encounters into long term, loyal alliances.
Speaking Prosody
Celebrities, voice actors, and business professionals rely on our exclusive method specializing in speaking prosody—rhythm, pitch, and intonation—that no one else delivers, revolutionizing how speakers come across with greater impact and clarity. This key development softens quirks in delivery, ensuring your message instantly connects and creates greater buy-in.
A-Game Presence
We provide adjustments for in-person and online virtual presence, so you consistently come across on top or your game. 95% of participants report immediate improvement. Presence is critical in determining your success in boardroom meetings, customer presentations, investor pitches, speaking panels, company podcasts, networking events, keynotes, and seminars.
Most Requested Coaching & Seminar Topics
- Speaking & Presence Training for Executives in Live & A/V Applications
- Speaking Skills for Women in Business
- Speaking & Presentation Skills for Career Growth & Business Promotion
- Voice Over Training
- Voice Recording Technology
- Podcasting Voice Techniques & Sound Quality
- Zoom Setup Checkups
- Elevator Pitch—12 Techniques That Help You Stand Out Fast
Own your room. Heck, own every room.
We adjust your wording, speaking, and presence using strategic, micro‑specific techniques that create instant wins.
● Wording Skills — We review strategies that make your words land more clearly, shape first impressions, and reduce misunderstandings—in writing and in speech.
● Speaking Analysis (Prosody) — We break down your voice—how you use it when you speak—and give you a personalized analysis (including quirky speaking habits, public speaking nerves, intonation, crackles, accents, pacing issues, and more).
● Speaking Adjustments/Blueprint — We give you a personalized blueprint of speaking adjustments that boost your image and make people more receptive to your message.
● Presentation Analysis — We break down your presentation style (body language, presence, pacing, delivery, and more).
● Presentation Adjustments/Blueprint — We give you a personalized blueprint of presentation adjustments so you come across on your A‑game.
● Elevator Pitch Skills — Together, we write yours; you’ll rehearse it, get feedback, and rework it until it lands.
● Interview Skills with Humans — We review proven techniques that increase HR Directors’ buy‑in.
● Interview Skills with AI — We review detailed techniques that help you beat first‑round AI interviews.
● Online Presence — We analyze how you come across online, on camera, and on microphone—whether you’re in person, online, on stage, in a podcast, or at a recruiter meeting. You’ll get a personalized analysis of camera distance and framing, lighting type and placement, microphone choice and placement, room acoustics, and background clutter or distraction, plus clear recommendations to strengthen your online presence and signal greater competence.
It’s been our experience that these skills are immediately applicable for CEOs, executives, authors, entrepreneurs, politicians, podcasters, and people transitioning careers or seeking promotions. They’re also helpful when speaking at recruiter meetings, networking groups, podcasts, panels, interviews, and when giving customer presentations, investor pitches, and elevator pitches.
You’ll likely remember that when people learn these skills, they are substantially more likely to hear “yes.”
About our founder David Goldberg
About
I have an uncanny ability to pinpoint blind spots that speakers overlook, yet audiences don’t. Blind spots that disengage audiences, reduce credibility, and block buy-in.
And then, unlike coaches who provide vague guidelines (e.g., “don’t go too fast”), I provide actionable, highly-specific adjustments (e.g., “here are 3 precise techniques that will help you slow down”) so you consistently make strong first impressions and lasting trust.
My proven techniques teach people worldwide how to address word choice strategies, tackle quirky speaking habits, manage nerves, and improve intonation, pacing, spacing, and use of filler words. I also assist with presentation openings and closings, conveying confidence, engaging audiences, enhancing body language and visual presence, and strengthening online presence for videoconferencing, boardroom meetings, company podcasts, customer presentations, investor pitches, recruiter interviews, keynote speeches, panels, networking events, elevator pitches, seminars, and more.
I’m also the proud CEO of EdgeStudio.com, an international voiceover recording & training company based in Times Square, New York City, that’s recorded over 13,000 projects for brands including AT&T, Google, & Microsoft.
Positions
Speaking & Presence Coach • Voice Director for Amazon, Google, Microsoft • DLCC Speech Trainer • Vistage Presenter for Speaking & Presence • Certified SCORE mentor • Speech Advisor for Startups • Tony Robbins-endorsed co-author!!! • Author 6 Seconds to Say It Better • CEO EdgeStudio.com
Key Achievements
- Founder & CEO of Edge Studio since 1989, an international voice over business
- Co-Author Cracking The Rich Code, a Tony Robbins-endorsed 3X international bestseller (read chapter 2)
- Author 6 Seconds to Say It Better
- Author The Voiceover Performance Guidebook (read)
- Coaching over 10,000 CEOs • politicians • authors • podcasters • entrepreneurs • athletes • celebrities • voice actors
- Presenting over 1,000 times to Vistage • government agencies • corporations • startups • schools • nonprofits • voice over communities
- Mixing & Recording Engineer, my earlier career: over 150 albums • John Mayer • Mel Tormé • Deep Purple • Jose Feliciano • Gary Moore • Liberty DeVitto of Billy Joel’s band
Details
Applications we consult on
Public speaking • sales presentations • investor pitches • elevator pitches • training seminars • voice over recordings • media interviews • press conferences • company podcasts • self-narrated audiobooks • keynote speeches • web videos • videoconferencing / virtual meetings • ceremony awards • boardroom meetings • TED Talks • Toastmasters • college and internship interviews
Platforms we consult on
On camera • on stage • behind the mic • in person • in the office • and my most requested service: virtual / videoconference meetings
Skills we consult on
Voice recording • body language • accent reduction • nerves management • sounding natural when speaking and recording
Technology we consult on
Microphone selection & setup • voice recording software & usage • lighting & lighting setup • camera / webcam setup
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1000% – A Thousand Percent More Effective
“Watching David give a presentation on ‘how to speak publicly’, I learned things that will even greatly strengthen my effectiveness as a speaker. If you are a speaker, podcast host, or corporate executive, I highly recommend you work with David Goldberg before your next presentation. He will increase your effectiveness by 1000%.”
— Jim Britt (15x #1 Best-Selling Author & World’s Top 50 Most Influential Speakers)
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I've trained folks at these organizations to Speak Up & Stand Out!
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An uncanny ability
“David has an uncanny ability to dissect messages, analyze speaking styles, and uncover quirky habits in how people come across. From there, he then recommends hyper-specific speaking adjustments and delivery alternatives to help you Say It Better. You won’t find anything like him!”
— Kerri Acheson (CEO Words.Company)
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What Sets Me Apart?
I’m not another run-of-the-mill coach with vague, one-size-fits-all advice like “sound engaging” or “slow down.”
I stand apart as an effective coach by telling you exactly how to do these thing, by providing personalized micro-adjustments. For instance:
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- Speaking techniques: 2 specific techniques mask nerves, 3 boost credibility, 2 clarify messages, 2 slow you down, 1 increases audience engagement, 3 increase influence,…
- Lighting setup (online interviews): 3 adjustments greatly enhance quality.
- Sound quality (for online interviews) – 2 greatly provide clearer audio.
- Body language – 5 adjustments convey confidence, 2 increase likeability,…
- Visual presence – 4 adjustments for your camera position and backgrounds,…
I make sure you never reflect back and say, “Crud, I shouldn’t have said that,” or “Wow I didn’t realize I was speaking so quickly,” or “Oh no!, my nerves did come through!” Instead I help you boost your image, have listeners be more receptive to your message, and have you consistently come across with greater competence.
The techniques I teach you guide you to score more wins and work confidently on podcasts, interviews, presentations, seminars, and more. So these skills last a lifetime!
My Approach
My approach is extremely unique … and ultra-personalized:
I break down every element of your speech, visual appearance, body language, and even your A/V setup. And I uncover specific habits and patterns that hold you back.
What I focus on:
✔ Speech clarity, confidence, pacing, spacing, engagement, and more
✔ Visual presence
✔ Body language
✔ Audio/video setup and environment
✔ Hidden habits that hold you back
What you get:
Hyper-specific feedback and custom micro-adjustments that make you stand out — insights most coaches miss entirely.
It’s a tailored approach other coaches don’t offer (or even see).
Your Outcome
Fast, transformative results:
Clients are often surprised by how simple adjustments are to apply, and how quickly they see improvements.
You’ll gain:
✔ Feedback that reveals habits you weren’t aware of
✔ Adjustments that are straightforward to make
✔ An immediate boost in how receptive people are to your messages
You’ll achieve:
• Stronger executive presence
• Better connection with your audience
• Confidence across key speaking moments: Company podcasts, Keynote speeches, Investor pitches, Panels, Webinars & more!
Why I'm Hired
Comfort & Experience:
With extensive experience and a variety of clientele, my clients consistently stand out and score big every time they speak and present.
Credentials & Impact:
✔ Trusted by top executives, politicians, and authors worldwide.
✔ Proven results with major organizations like Google, Microsoft, Citibank & CNN.
✔ One-of-a-kind training that gets you noticed.
It’s training you simply won’t find anywhere else.
Say It Better, with a personalized speaking blueprint.
98% of people speak as part of their job … yet they’re not trained. They speak too quickly, sound nervous, lack listener engagement, speak in circles,… They do not come across on-point.
I’m a Speaking & Presence Expert; I prepare professionals to come across in any setting—live or virtual. This includes refining your lighting, sound, body language, vocal delivery, and overall communication presence so you speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
I have a dual focus on refining both how someone speaks and how they carry themselves by:
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Analyzing and improving speaking style, word choice, and delivery
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Enhancing body language, visual appearance, and overall presence
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Positioning clients to communicate with greater confidence and impact
I offer comprehensive, tailored coaching that goes beyond just words to include the full spectrum of effective communication.
Applications I consult on
Public speaking • sales presentations • investor pitches • elevator pitches • training seminars • voice over recordings • media interviews • press conferences • company podcasts • customer presentations • self-narrated audiobooks • keynote speeches • web videos • panels • videoconferencing / online meetings • ceremony awards • boardroom meetings • TED Talks • Toastmasters • college and internship interviews
Platforms I consult on
On camera • on stage • on mic • on Zoom (online meetings, videoconference) • in person • in the boardroom
Skills I consult on
Voice recording • body language • accent reduction • nerve management • natural speech
Tech I consult on
Microphone selection & setup • voice recording software & usage • lighting setup • camera & webcam setup
My Background
Born with hearing issues, I was a very delayed speaker and learned techniques that helped me communicate.
Over time, I developed a series of speaking techniques and ultimately found success as a musician.
I began playing piano and drums. During grade school, I sold my Matchbox car collection to buy a MIDI keyboard. Soon after I was performing with an all-adult orchestra for the show, Godspell. By high school, my bedroom was full of keyboards, keytars, and drums. In college, I bought a 4-track recorder and began recording and mixing local bands, leading to the creation of Edge Studio!
After college, I engineered at a major studio, worked on multiple albums with Deep Purple, learned to twirl drumsticks from Liberty DeVitto (Billy Joel’s drummer – see photo), and recorded José Feliciano, Joe Lynn Turner, and Gary Moore.
Simultaneously, my own Edge Studio was expanding to national acts. Eventually, I was co-writing and playing with John Mayer (keys, drums, recording, and mixing), mixing for Mel Tormé, and releasing over 150 albums!
In 2007, due to a nutso drug scene (the other musicians, not me), I pivoted Edge Studio from recording music to recording voiceover. And Edge Studio V2 was born!
I live in Connecticut with my wife Jessica, our 2 sons Harrison and Benjamin, and our 2 snorty English bulldogs Spots and Mabel. 4:30am each day, you’ll find me running or biking somewhere. If you won’t join me there, then join me at Edge 🙂
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Clear, Powerful, and Actionable
“One of my favorite speakers to date! Not only because of how well the information was presented, but because of how actionable and important this is.“
— Jenny, Vistage member
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Clear, Powerful, and Actionable
“Although I primarily work in Japanese, I found so much of the advice applicable across languages, and I feel truly fortunate to have had the opportunity to attend. I would love to participate again if given the chance in the future. Thank you once again for a wonderful session!“
— Mari
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