The R.E.A.L You - Building Your Brand
Your personal brand isn’t what you say about yourself, it’s what others consistently experience. This session helps you clarify the substance, values and point of view that shape your reputation.
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What you'll take away
Clarity
Understand what personal brand actually is and why leaders who ignore it are leaving one of their most powerful professional assets unmanaged.
Framework
Use the REAL framework to communicate who you are in a way that resonates, builds trust, and sticks.
Consistency
Identify your unique talent combination and the practical tools to represent it — so your brand works for you whether you're in the room or not.
About Dave
Dave Gillespie is an actor, author, keynote speaker, and corporate coach with a unique ability to unlock presence, influence, and the magic of storytelling. His career spans stage, screen, and boardrooms, making him a sought-after guide for professionals who want to communicate with clarity, impact, and authenticity.
As an actor, Dave has performed in London’s West End and theatres worldwide, alongside numerous TV appearances including EastEnders, Holby City, Red Dwarf, Sensitive Skin, and Bedtime. He also led the cast of BBC’s award-winning Operation Good Guys, which won Gold and Silver Roses at the Montreux TV Festival.
Beyond the stage, Dave’s expertise in communication has taken him across the globe. From Dubai to the USA, he has delivered seminars and workshops for leading organisations including Apple, Google, AOL, PwC, BNP Paribas, Bacardi, The NHS, The Crown Estate, Toshiba, Omron, William Hill, and many more.
As an author, he has co-written five books on communication, including the WH Smith bestseller How to be Interesting. His insights have made him a frequent commentator on BBC Newsnight, where he has analysed the communication styles of political leaders.
Dave’s coaching style blends practical tools with performance techniques, helping executives and teams harness storytelling, sharpen their presence, and deliver powerful messages with confidence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Actor with stage, screen & West End credits (EastEnders, Holby City, Red Dwarf, Operation Good Guys)
- International keynote speaker for organisations including Apple, Google, PwC & AOL
- Co-author of five books including WH Smith bestseller How to Be Interesting
- Experienced corporate coach specialising in communication, influence & storytelling
- Frequent media commentator (BBC Newsnight, other outlets)
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