Speak Eagle

Build Trust. Speak Eagle.

Training and courses for you and your team
in trust-based communication strategies

It's Time to soar

We help develop your team and grow their confidence in:

– How to be trust-based communicators

– How to communicate with difficult people

– How to persuade, sell, and motivate using trust-based strategies

– How to navigate conflict

– How to give shame-free feedback

– How to communicate during a crisis

– How to craft a presentation and speak publicly

– How to tell stories to paint the future

ABOUT ME: FOUNDER & TRAINER AT SPEAK EAGLE

Leading a team is no small task. Even the strongest teams can fall into fear-based communication- fueling tension, stress, and turnover. But when your people learn to communicate from a foundation of trust, everything changes. They help shape a healthy culture, and your organization thrives.

I help teams make that shift. Let’s unlock your team’s potential and give them the tools they need to Speak Eagle.

I’m a communication trainer, professor, Dove Award-winning scriptwriter, and voiceover artist. I’ve coached Fortune 500 teams and leaders, taught organizational communication and public speaking at three universities, and spoken at major events across the US and internationally. I earned a Ph.D. in Communication from Regent University, an M.A. in Communication from the University of Arkansas, and a B.S. in Broadcasting from John Brown University. I’m passionate about helping leaders, teams, and everyday people become trust-based communicators who soar at home and work.

Dr. Heidi coaches...

Staff Teams

Whether you lead a team of 3 or 3,000, providing training and development in trust-based, shame-free communication strategies is a win for both you- and your team. You'll help shape a healthy workplace culture, and they'll use the tools they learn for the rest of their lives.

Individuals

Elevate your communication skills both professionally and personally with private coaching. Learn new tools for current challenges and grow your confidence in navigating conflict, giving constructive feedback, speaking publicly, finding your healthiest voice, and more.

Faith-Based Clients

Discover the synergy between faith and communication. Request that Dr. Heidi integrate her Judeo-Christian worldview into your staff trainings and communication coaching sessions. Ideal for Christian leaders and mission-driven organizations.

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With 15 years of proven experience, Dr. Heidi can help your team learn to Speak Eagle, build trust, and soar through their toughest challenges

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H.B.Pasley

H.B. Pasley

As a business coach I gravitate toward leaders of strength. Heidi had my immediate attention at first meeting. I have since discovered that she has both the experience and the competency required to be a Communication Ninja! Even more, I find her genuine enthusiasm to help people succeed to be so very winsome. If you lead people then it is mission-critical to communicate effectively. You can’t afford dissonance between your intent and the actual outcomes. Heidi will be very valuable in helping you assess and improve … and succeed!

Jill Baird

Jill Baird MS, MA, LPC-MHSP

Dr. P has worked with my leadership teams on several occasions, and each time, my leaders have given rave reviews. She has helped them understand their own communication styles better and has taught them how to use creative and curious communication to effectively deal with difficult situations. I have seen a positive change in the way teams are managed with a more authentic, non-shaming style that uplifts the entire environment. It has been transformational for my leaders.

Lana Martin

Dr. Heidi’s feedback is nothing short of outstanding. She possess a keen eye for identifying strengths and areas of growth, offering insightful perspectives and practical strategies for improvement. Her constructive feedback is always delivered with tact and encouragement, motivating me to push beyond my comfort zone and strive for excellence. I am so grateful for the guidance and mentorship. From honing my presentation skills to enhancing my emotional intelligence, her expertise has been instrumental every step of the way.

Lauren Eden

“Dr. Heidi has played an integral role in helping me share my story! I highly recommend her for any business, organization, or individual who is looking for a speaking or trust-based communication coach!”

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Exceptional Communication Coach: Elevating Personal and Professional Growth I am delighted to share my experience with Dr. Heidi who has profoundly impacted my personal and professional development. From our very first session, it was evident that Dr. Heidi possesses a remarkable ability to listen, provide valuable feedback, and elevate individuals to new heights. One of her standout qualities is her attentive listening skills. She creates a safe and welcoming space where I had comfort expressing my thoughts and concerns. Her genuine interest and empathy allowed for open communication, enabling me to delve deeper into areas of improvement without hesitation. Her feedback is nothing short of outstanding. She possess a keen eye for identifying strengths and areas of growth, offering insightful perspectives and practical strategies for improvement. Her constructive feedback is always delivered with tact and encouragement, motivating me to push beyond my comfort zone and strive for excellence. I am so grateful for the guidance and mentorship. I have experienced significant growth both professionally and personally. From honing my presentation skills or enhancing emotional intelligence, her expertise has been instrumental every step of the way. Working with Dr. Heidi has been a transformative experience, I would highly recommend.
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Erica Wilkerson
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Wow, just WOW! This class really makes you look at human interaction differently. I took her communications class, and it has given me the tools to have a better executive presence. Thank you Dr. Heidi Petak.
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David Urlaub
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This course has helped change the way I approached almost every conversation I have. I am able to more clearly identify how to communicate with different people and adapt to others’ communication styles. Working with Dr. Petak has helped me grow immensely in my leadership abilities. I would recommend for anyone that leads people.
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Zandra Weisenfluh
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I went through Dr. Heidi's communication course and highly recommend it to anyone considering it! The content and strategies taught are very tangible to apply. The tools provided make a world of a difference. The course was engaging and interactive with real life applications/exercises! After 8 weeks I left with a new approach in my professional career as a leader. Dr. Heidi will help you significantly whether it is coaching, communicating or speaking!
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Jenn Strehlow
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I recently took Dr. P's class and found it to be incredibly engaging. She used a variety of interactive activities and examples to explain complex concepts, and the role-playing exercises were particularly helpful in reinforcing my understanding of the material. Through these exercises, I gained valuable insights and skills that I was able to apply to real-world scenarios AND in Real-time! If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend taking this course in person. The in-person experience allowed for better opportunities for group discussions and hands-on activities, which added another layer of depth to the learning experience. This is the best course I've EVER taken!
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Quentin Leighty
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I can’t say enough about Heidi and the help she provided me. After a few sessions I had the confidence I needed to deliver a speech without anxiety. Her knowledge and experience allowed her to make meaningful adjustments to enhance my delivery. My only regret was not engaging her earlier in my career. I would recommend her to anyone!
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Jill Baird
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I would highly recommend hiring Dr. P to work with your leaders. Dr. P has worked with my leadership teams on several occasions, and each time, my leaders have given rave reviews. She has helped them understand their own communication styles better and has taught them how to use creative and curious communication to effectively deal with difficult situations. I have seen a positive change in the way teams are managed with a more authentic, non-shaming style that uplifts the entire environment. It has been transformational for my leaders.
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H.B. Pasley
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
As a business coach I gravitate toward leaders of strength. Heidi had my immediate attention at first meeting. I have since discovered that she has both the experience and the competency required to be a Communication Ninja! Even more, I find her genuine enthusiasm to help people succeed to be so very winsome. If you lead people then it is mission-critical to communicate effectively. You can't afford dissonance between your intent and the actual outcomes. Heidi will be very valuable in helping you assess and improve ... and succeed!
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Alice Arment
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I've been not only the recipient of Dr Heidi's coaching expertise but so impressed with her ability to "see" people's hearts. She sees, hears and speaks well into where people are and asks such great questions that help you to think and go deeper, to discover or enhance just what you need to do to either begin or improve and move forward. She has such great wisdom in how to best help, teach and advise people in their speaking pursuits. I would highly recommend Heidi for any coaching, speaking needs!

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