4-week programme

Speak Up Coaching Pods

Small-group coaching for freelancers who want to pitch with confidence, present with clarity, and speak up for the work that matters.

A collaboration between Freelancing for Good and Speak Up For Good.

First-cohort offer: includes a 60-minute 1:1 coaching session with Alistair

£200 standard · £100 for Pro members. Bookings are not open yet. Our first pilot will offer two weekly times to choose from. Join the waiting list for confirmed dates when bookings open.

The skills nobody teaches freelancers

You're great at what you do. But winning work, keeping clients, and growing your reputation? That takes communication skills most freelancers are expected to just figure out.

Pitching feels awkward

Learn to talk about your work with conviction — without sounding salesy or rehearsed.

You undersell yourself

Build the confidence to name your value clearly, whether that's in a call, a proposal, or a rate negotiation.

Presentations make you anxious

Practice in a safe, supportive group until presenting feels natural — not terrifying.

You avoid putting yourself out there

Get comfortable being visible — speaking at events, going on podcasts, or just unmuting on a call.

Staying top of mind feels like a chore

Find the confidence to post authentically and put your head above the parapet online — so the right clients find you.

It's not just about work

The confidence you build here doesn't stay at your desk. You carry it into every part of your life — showing up more authentic, self-expressed, and at ease.

Your coach

Alistair Webster

Alistair Webster

Speaking & Confidence Coach · Co-founder, FFG

Alistair has been freelancing for 15+ years. Through Alistair Webster Coaching, he helps professionals communicate with confidence and authenticity. He works with freelancers, founders, and non-profit leaders — helping them pitch, present, and speak up for the work that matters.

He leads every pod session personally, bringing a warm, practical approach that meets people exactly where they are.

“The way you stayed at ease and heard my questions inspired me to do the same — to take my time and own my speaking. This was one of the most impactful coaching sessions I’ve had.”

Evelyn Q

Coaching client

“You gave me personalised feedback that really helped. I actually spoke for the entire hour, which I’m not used to, and it felt great! You helped me believe more in my own skills as a speaker.”

Liudmila

Coaching client

“Through thoughtful questions and a very human approach, I’ve got a simple plan with steps for what I can do in my situation starting immediately.”

Nailya B

Coaching client

What's included

4 weekly 60-minute group sessions

Live, expert-led coaching in a pod of 3–6 freelancers. One session per week, plus an optional 15-minute informal Q&A afterwards. All essential coaching finishes within the hour, so you can leave then without missing any core content.

An intimate pod

Pods are kept small (3–6 people) so everyone gets real time to practise, be heard, and get personal feedback. You grow together, make lasting connections, and build a real community you can keep practising with in your own time.

Practice between sessions

Short exercises help you practise between sessions. We plan to include 30 days of Speak Up app access; full access details will be confirmed before bookings open.

Real freelance scenarios

Practise the moments that actually matter: client calls, pitches, pricing conversations, presentations, and networking.

A 60-minute 1:1 coaching session with AlistairFirst-cohort offer

Included as a special offer for the first cohorts. Book once your cohort is confirmed, ideally before or during week one. Work with Alistair on a pitch, a presentation or whatever matters most to you.

A dedicated community channel

Your own channel in the Freelancing for Good Slack, just for Speak Up participants — arrange your calls, practise together, and collaborate long after the pod ends.

How it works

1

Choose your time

When bookings open, choose your cohort before paying: £200 standard or £100 for Pro members. One payment covers the programme.

2

Get your cohort confirmation

Each cohort needs three people to run, with six places maximum. This is our first pilot, so we are testing demand for two times. If your group does not fill, you choose a refund, another running group with space, or the individual coaching alternative.

3

Show up each week

Four weekly 60-minute sessions on Zoom, plus an optional 15-minute informal Q&A afterwards. All essential coaching finishes within the hour.

4

Practise between sessions

Use the short practice exercises between sessions to work towards your own speaking goal.

Satisfaction guarantee

We want you to feel confident signing up. If after the first two sessions you don't feel this is right for you, we'll refund you in full — no questions asked.

Booking and attendance

Is this for you?

This is for you if…

  • ✓You’re a freelancer who wants to communicate better
  • ✓You avoid pitching, presenting, or self-promotion
  • ✓You know your work is good but struggle to articulate it
  • ✓You want to practise in a group, not alone
  • ✓You care about doing meaningful work

This probably isn't for you if…

  • ✗You want individual coaching only, rather than a group programme
  • ✗You already feel confident pitching and presenting
  • ✗You can’t commit to a weekly session for 4 weeks

Not ready to commit?

Take the free Speaker Quiz

Find out what kind of speaker you are and get personalised tips to improve — no sign-up required.

Take the quiz

Ready to speak up?

4 weeks. Groups of 3–6. Real practice. £200 standard / £100 Pro.

First-cohort offer: includes a 60-minute 1:1 coaching session with Alistair

Bookings are not open yet. Join the waiting list to hear when the first cohorts are ready.