About Be The Keynote

To give every speaker a platform, every message a medium, and every voice an audience.

Introducing Be the Keynote - with founder Oli Gardner

Be The Keynote was founded to bring equal opportunity and access to anyone who desires to be a better communicator.

Speaker coaching and training is often expensive and exclusive, and although incredibly valuable, it can be unobtainable outside of large corporate environments.

After coaching many first-time speakers, we’ve observed trends in the challenges they face: speaking tips that lack substance with no actionable teachings, advice that is misleading, and a high number of people suffering from imposter syndrome.

Through years of experience, experimentation, and observation we’ve identified the core principles, that when taught, can help every speaker accelerate their skills very quickly.

Our Core Values – S.P.E.A.K.

People are at the center of all businesses, but few have a more visceral and immediate connection as the realm of public speaking. The interaction of speaker, event organizer, and the audience creates a special opportunity to form bonds and make real change. At Be The Keynote we have five core values that guide our actions and culture, both as an organization and as public speakers ourselves. They are the essence of who we are and the way we present ourselves to our customers, audiences, and each other.

SUPPORT

Support everyone who has the courage to get on stage.

Fear of public speaking and the imposter syndrome that can cause it are things we can change when we use our experiences to lift others up when they need it.

PRESENT

Present with truth and integrity.

As public speakers we hold a position of authority, leadership, and influence that should be used to enhance the knowledge and enjoyment of our audiences, and never to misguide or misinform.

ENCOURAGE

Encourage diversity, inclusion, and respect.

Diverse perspectives broaden our understanding. Inclusive environments foster safety. Respect your fellow speakers, every audience member, and the event organizer who gifted you a platform to share your message.

AMPLIFY

Amplify the voices of many.

Everyone with a message deserves to have their voice heard. Expand beyond your own circle when referencing sources, sharing examples, and recommending the unknown or up-and-coming speakers to event organizers.

be KIND

Be Kind. Everyone at some point is scared to speak.

Everyone tanks on stage once in a while. Everyone forgets what they are trying to say. And everyone deserves to be treated with empathy when it happens.

SUPPORT

Support everyone who has the courage to get on stage.

Fear of public speaking (and the imposter syndrome that can cause it) are things we can change when we use our experiences to lift others up when they need it.

PRESENT

Present with truth and integrity.

As public speakers we hold a position of authority, leadership, and influence that should be used to enhance the knowledge and enjoyment of our audiences, and never to misguide or misinform.

ENCOURAGE

Encourage diversity, inclusion, and respect.

Diverse perspectives broaden our understanding. Inclusive environments foster safety. Respect your fellow speakers, every audience member, and the event organizer who gifted you a platform to share your message.

AMPLIFY

Amplify the voices of many.

Everyone with a message deserves to have their voice heard. Expand beyond your own circle when referencing sources, sharing examples, and recommending the unknown or up-and-coming speakers to event organizers.

be KIND

Be Kind. Everyone at some point is scared to speak.

Everyone tanks on stage once in a while. Everyone forgets what they are trying to say. And everyone deserves to be treated with empathy when it happens.

Share your voice, your message, and your style,
and Be the Keynote.