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Aysha Iqbal

Aysha Iqbal

Helping you speak with clarity and confidence

5.0 from 52 reviews
Former BBC and ITV News Anchor

Secure booking. No referral needed. We accept all major insurance providers, including Bupa, Aviva, Cigna, WPA, Simplyhealth, Allianz and CS Healthcare, and you also have the option of paying for treatment yourself.

Helping you speak with clarity and confidence

Practical coaching and training in Croydon to improve speaking, pitching and leadership communication with calm, persuasive delivery.

Formats: Online consults; In-person on request (Online consults; In-person on request (Croydon, South London (Coulsdon Rd, Coulsdon CR5 2JA)))
Languages: English
Accepting new clients

Who I Work With

I works with professionals and business leaders who want to communicate with greater confidence, clarity, and impact. Whether you are preparing for a crucial pitch, building your public speaking skills, or developing leadership presence, she tailors her approach to your specific goals.

I work with:

  • Business professionals preparing for high-stakes presentations

  • Entrepreneurs and founders refining their pitch and investor communication

  • Leaders developing executive presence and communication skills

  • Individuals building confidence in public speaking and media appearances

  • Start-ups needing PR training and communication strategy

  • Professionals wanting to enhance their personal brand through confident communication

If you recognise yourself in any of these groups, you are welcome here

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Clinical & Coaching Expertise

I’m Aysha Iqbal, founder of Wize Communications and a former BBC and ITV News Anchor with over two decades in media and broadcasting. Working live taught me how to stay calm under pressure, speak with clarity, and tell stories that people actually remember. Today I work as a communication coach London professionals turn to when the stakes are high. I support founders, executives and teams with public speaking coaching, presentation skills training, and business pitching. Whether you are leading a meeting, presenting to investors, speaking on a panel, or recording for camera, we focus on structure, delivery and presence so you sound confident and feel it too. My approach is practical and coaching-led. We break your message into something simple, refine your voice and pacing, and build the confidence habits that hold when nerves show up. I also offer PR training for start ups and leadership communication coaching to help you represent your brand with credibility. Clients often come in overthinking. They leave with a clear plan and a stronger voice. Sessions are available online, or in person across South London.

What makes Flowergrid different

What I value most about the Flowergrid approach is that we don't treat communication as a standalone skill. As a former news anchor, I know that true confidence comes from a grounded mindset. By working within this holistic wellness centre, I can help you align your professional voice with your internal wellbeing. We look at the whole person, ensuring your delivery is not just polished, but authentic and resilient.

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Practitioner Highlights

Former BBC and ITV News AnchorEnglishOnlineIn-personAccepting new clients

What to Expect in Your First Session

We begin with a gentle introduction to understand your needs and set a clear path forward.

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A conversation about your voice and goals

We start by discussing the specific situations where you want to feel more confident. Whether it is a high-stakes investor pitch or a public speaking engagement, we identify exactly what is holding you back and what you want to achieve.

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Refining your message and structure

We look at what you are actually saying. I help you break down complex ideas into clear, memorable stories, ensuring your message is as persuasive and simple as possible for your target audience.

Practising delivery and presence

This is where we work on the "how." We focus on your pacing, tone, and body language, using practical techniques I learned in the newsroom to help you stay calm and sound authoritative even when the stakes are high.

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A clear plan for your next talk

We close with a specific set of tools and exercises you can use immediately. You leave with a practical roadmap and the confidence to ensure your next presentation, meeting, or media appearance is a genuine success.

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Book your communication coaching session

Schedule your session with Aysha to start refining your public speaking or business pitch. Together, we will build the clarity and confidence you need to deliver your message with impact.

Availability & Session Details

Flexible sessions to fit your schedule, available online or in person.

Booking:

You can secure your preferred slot directly via Calendly

Time Zones Supported:

  • · UK (GMT)
  • · Gulf (GST)
  • · US (EST/PST)

Session Formats:

  • · Online via Zoom - available globally
  • · In-person - Online consults; In-person on request (Croydon, South London (Coulsdon Rd, Coulsdon CR5 2JA))
  • Duration: 60-90 minutes per session

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US

CLIENT EXPERIENCES

"Aysha helped me strip back my investor pitch until the message was perfectly clear. I used to overthink every slide, but her newsroom experience helped me find the story that actually mattered to the people in the room."

Liam Thompson, Tech Founder, London

Liam Thompson, Tech Founder, London

"Working on my leadership communication with Aysha has been transformative. I feel much calmer during high-pressure board meetings and my delivery is far more persuasive and steady than it ever used to be."

Sarah Jenkins, Operations Director, Surrey

Sarah Jenkins, Operations Director, Surrey

"I’ve always struggled with public speaking, but Aysha’s coaching gave me practical habits that actually stick. I recently spoke on a professional panel and, for the first time, I felt like I was in complete control."

David Morgan, Senior Consultant, Croydon

David Morgan, Senior Consultant, Croydon

"Aysha’s media training was brilliant for our team. She taught us how to stay focused and clear even when we felt under pressure. I left the session with a practical plan and a much stronger voice."

Priya Sharma, Communications Manager, UK

Priya Sharma, Communications Manager, UK

"Aysha helped me strip back my investor pitch until the message was perfectly clear. I used to overthink every slide, but her newsroom experience helped me find the story that actually mattered to the people in the room."

Liam Thompson, Tech Founder, London

Liam Thompson, Tech Founder, London

"Working on my leadership communication with Aysha has been transformative. I feel much calmer during high-pressure board meetings and my delivery is far more persuasive and steady than it ever used to be."

Sarah Jenkins, Operations Director, Surrey

Sarah Jenkins, Operations Director, Surrey

"I’ve always struggled with public speaking, but Aysha’s coaching gave me practical habits that actually stick. I recently spoke on a professional panel and, for the first time, I felt like I was in complete control."

David Morgan, Senior Consultant, Croydon

David Morgan, Senior Consultant, Croydon

"Aysha’s media training was brilliant for our team. She taught us how to stay focused and clear even when we felt under pressure. I left the session with a practical plan and a much stronger voice."

Priya Sharma, Communications Manager, UK

Priya Sharma, Communications Manager, UK

Policies

To ensure a smooth and respectful experience for all clients, kindly review the following before booking.

Cancellation & Rescheduling:

Please provide at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. This allows the slot to be offered to someone else.

Confidentiality:

Everything discussed during sessions is treated with the strictest confidence and professional standards.

Emergencies:

I am not available for crisis or emergency situations. Please contact local emergency services if urgent support is needed.

Commitment:

Consistency and commitment help achieve the best outcomes. Plans can be adjusted if life circumstances change.

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