Alex Merry, public speaking coach, presentation skills, thought leadership, communication training, leadership development, TED talks, keynote speech

The Online Public Speaking Club for
Aspiring Thought Leaders


Join MicDrop

Your Public Speaking Gym:

🚀 Build your stage confidence
👏 Deliver keynote speeches that get noticed
🎤 Land life-changing speaking engagements

🧠 Grow your reputation as an industry thought leader

🤑 Learn how to generate an income from speaking

🎤 Open Mics: Hone your speaking skills in a supportive environment

The single most effective way to build stage confidence is to practice. That's why we hold over 50 opportunities to test your skills every year in our online Open Mics. Here you can:

  • Take part in impromptu challenges
  • Bring your insights to life on the Storyteller's Stage
  • Test your skills in the MicDrop Debates
  • Work towards your speaking goals in the monthly ask Alex anything and accountability sessions

🌱 Learn from a community that supports, challenges and elevates


They say you're only as good as the people you surround yourself with. Speaking can feel like a lonely game sometimes which is why we provide a safe space to:

  • Ask uncomfortable questions
  • Crowdsource meaningful feedback
  • Learn from experienced speakers
  • And celebrate your wins in the club hub!

🤫 Get access to life-changing speaking opportunities

Get notified of upcoming conferences and thought leadership events. We'll do the hard work so you don't have to:

  • Find out which conferences are looking for speakers
  • Learn how to submit an application that wows curators
  • Build your reputation as a thought leader
  • Get your message noticed

🤩 Take part in special guest Masterclasses

Get access to world-class experts in our MicDrop Masterclasses. Live and recorded 60-minute sessions that will fundamentally change the way you present for good. Sessions coming up this year involve learning how to:

  • Perform under pressure from a musician
  • Command higher speaking fees with an expert negotiator
  • Increase your resonance with a spoken-word poet
  • Build your personal brand with a brilliant PR guru

🧠 Unlock your full potential with Alex's learn-on-demand course


The Public Speaking Accelerator Pro is designed to help you communicate with impact. Whether you are a seasoned public speaker or new to the game, this programme is designed to give you the tools and techniques you need to:

  • Feel confident on stage - so you enjoy it
  • communicate your ideas with clarity - so that they land
  • Connect with your audience - so that they buy into you
  • This programme has a retail value of £500


📈 Gain real-time feedback on your talks with MicDrop Analytics

Alex Merry, public speaking coach, presentation skills, thought leadership, communication training, leadership development, TED talks, keynote speech

Record yourself presenting and MicDrop Analytics will provide you with feedback on your visual, verbal and vocal delivery. Find out:

  • What filler words you use (and overuse!)
  • How your pacing changes
  • Your body language habits
  • What your peers think

To get started, please select your preferred plan:

£400 incl. VAT / quarter 🪴

  • Attend unlimited open mics
  • Connect with a diverse group of thought leaders
  • Attend quarterly workshops with Alex
  • Put your questions out to experts
  • Track your development with MicDrop Analytics
  • Get £500+ discount on Alex's coaching programmes
  • Attend special guest masterclasses
  • Take Alex's CPD-accredited course: The Public Speaking Accelerator Pro (worth £500)
  • Get access to live speaking opportunities
  • Access to a global list of conferences
  • 4 ballot entries to win a 121 coaching session

£1,200 incl. VAT / year 🌳

  • Attend unlimited open mics
  • Connect with a diverse group of thought leaders
  • Attend quarterly workshops with Alex
  • Put your questions out to experts
  • Track your development with MicDrop Analytics
  • Get £500+ discount on Alex's coaching programmes
  • Attend special guest masterclasses
  • Take Alex's CPD-accredited course: The Public Speaking Accelerator Pro (worth £500)
  • Get access to live speaking opportunities
  • Access to a global list of conferences
  • 4 ballot entries to win a 121 coaching session

(Get 3 months free with annual plan)

"

I can't endorse the club strongly enough. It's a really safe space to practice, learn, and be supported.




- Mark England OBE,
Director, British Olympic Association and Chef de Mission, Team GB

"
Exactly the community I wish existed since my first years doing keynote speeches. Super happy
to be part of it.



- Roberta Lucca, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker | Creator | Forbes Top 50 Women in Tech | BAFTA Award winner | LinkedIn Top Voices


"
I delivered my first solo public speaking gig last week. It was so much fun and I realised how much I've learned from the sessions so thank you to everyone in the group.


- Abigail Foster, ACA,
Founder of Elent

FAQs

Who is the club designed for?
MicDrop is for aspiring thought leaders who speak at conferences and private events. Our members are a mixture of entrepreneurs and leaders within organisations who want to:

✔️ Use speaking to benefit others above themselves
✔️ Improve their confidence and their craft

✔️ Land more speaking engagements

✔️ Make it count when they get invited to speak

✔️ Generate an income through keynote speaking

If one or more of the above applies to you, you’re in the right place.

How much public speaking experience do I need?
Our members range from those who are just starting out to those who have agents and get paid to speak. For us, it's less about your experience and more about your intention.

What time do Open Mics take place?
Mondays from 5-6pm and 2 x Fridays a month from 1-2pm (UK time). We're looking for members who are able to attend at least one session per month.

Can I join MicDrop at any time?

Yes! You can join whenever is right for you.

Is there a refund policy?
Yes, we will have a full money-back policy within 14 days of purchasing membership. It’s really important to us that each of our members gets
value from being part of the club.

If you've got any more questions, please drop us a line here