Frequently Asked Questions

The IS Method is a structured approach to communication built around three pillars: Clarity (message architecture), Presence (physical and vocal delivery), and Connection (audience-first thinking). It's designed for analytical minds — people who are excellent at what they do but haven't been taught to communicate it the way it deserves.

TEDx coaches typically help you craft one talk for one event. The IS Method teaches you a transferable system — so every presentation, every pitch, every meeting becomes more effective. Damien does coach TEDx speakers, but the method extends far beyond any single talk.

Toastmasters gives you reps. The IS Method gives you a system. Reps without structure can reinforce bad habits. We start with why communication breaks down for experts, then rebuild it with a method that's built for high-stakes contexts, not public speech competitions.

No — and that's the goal. Generic "TED voice" is one of the things we work to avoid. The IS Method helps you sound like the clearest, most confident version of yourself — not a template.

Individual coaching, group workshops, corporate team programs, and a self-paced online course (€297). Each is designed for a different context and budget.

Depends on your goal. A TEDx talk typically takes 8–12 sessions. Executive coaching for a board presentation can be 2–3 sessions. Corporate programs run 1–3 days.

Yes. All individual sessions are available online. Group programs can be delivered in-person or hybrid depending on the format.

Yes. Programs are available in both English and French.

6 modules covering the full IS Method: audience mapping, message architecture, the White Pyramid framework, presence fundamentals, rehearsal protocols, and deck discipline. Includes exercises, templates, and case examples.

Yes. You can complete it at your own pace. Most people finish in 4–6 weeks.

Yes — there's a course + coaching bundle. Email us after purchase and we'll set it up.

You'll have a clearer, more structured approach to any presentation by the end of session 1. Long-term: better conversion in pitches, more credibility in leadership meetings, and less anxiety before high-stakes moments.

The online course has a 14-day no-questions-asked refund policy. Coaching and workshop programs are non-refundable but we're committed to delivering the result we scoped.

Lausanne, Switzerland. We work with clients across Switzerland, France, the UK, and globally via online sessions.

Click Book a Discovery Call anywhere on this site. It's a 30-minute conversation — not a sales call. We'll see if there's a fit and what working together might look like.