David Goldberg
CEO, Chief ‘Edge’ Officer
98% of speakers come across as less credible than they actually are.
My mission?
I help you look & sound polished … so you’re seen totally on your game!
I break down every element of your speech, visual appearance, body language, and A/V tech—and give easy-to-implement, specific adjustments. Then…
- People are more receptive to your messages,
- You come across as more capable and credible,
- And your professional image is boosted.
This leaves you prepped to nail any speaking gig, including company podcasts, keynote speeches, panels, customer presentations, seminars, investor pitches,…
Who I’m not. And am.
I’m not another run-of-the-mill coach with vague goals like, “Engage your audience.”
I stand apart as an effective speaking coach, surpassing others in my ability to detect even the subtlest nuances that can make or break your image. Every client I coach is shocked by how quickly my feedback pinpoints nuances they were unaware of—and how I give simple, hyper-specific adjustments that help them come across totally on their game. It’s a tailored approach other coaches don’t offer (or even see or hear)!
Sadly, 98% of people unknowingly diminish their image when speaking or presenting.
Ever seen a low-budget ad on TV? What gives it away? Maybe it’s the speaker’s delivery, poor lighting, low sound quality, awkward body language, or a distracting visual presence. Whatever it is, it instantly signals a lack of attention to detail, and you immediately perceive that advertiser as less credible.
So, um… could this be happening to you?
Well, yeah, probably. Because unless you’re a trained speaker (meaning no more “ums” for starters!), yeah, you’re probably doing yourself a disservice:(
And that’s why I’m so busy…
Born hard of hearing and a very delayed speaker, I learned a series of techniques that helped me overcome those issues and ultimately find success as a musician and voice director.
Now I spend my time coaching executives, politicians, and authors around the world, helping them look & sound fabulous! I’ve coached over 10,000 people and I’ve presented over 1,000 times, delivering super positive results for clients including Google, Microsoft, Citibank, and CNN.
I absolutely love what I do. I’ve been booked solidly for 36 years. And if we work together, you’ll experience what others have: how much more you’ll inspire confidence, command respect, and influence others.
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 • behind the mic • in person • in the office • and my most requested service: online / videoconference meetings
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
Voice Over Casting & Recording Projects Under My Supervision
David’s Background
David grew up playing piano and drums. During grade school, he sold his Matchbox car collection to buy a MIDI keyboard. Soon after he was performing with an all-adult orchestra for the show, Godspell. By high school, his bedroom was full of keyboards, keytars, and drums. In college, he bought a 4-track recorder and began recording and mixing local bands, leading to the creation of Edge Studio!
After college, he 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), recorded José Feliciano, Joe Lynn Turner, and Gary Moore.
Simultaneously his own Edge Studio was expanding to national acts. So David went solo, 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 bands, not David), he pivoted Edge Studio from recording music to recording voiceover. And Edge Studio V2 was born!
David lives in Connecticut with his wife, Jessica, 2 sons, Harrison and Benjamin, and 2 snorty English bulldogs, Spots and Mabel. 4:30am each day, you’ll find him running or biking somewhere. If you won’t join him there, then join him in a presentation:).
