Telana Simpson: Courage & Communication Expert
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Telana Simpson is a Courage Coach, author, and specialist in transformational communication. She helps high-performing professionals speak up with confidence, navigate conflict, and lead with courage – especially when the stakes are high. Her work focuses on the inner psychology and outer skillsets needed to express oneself clearly, calmly, and powerfully in both personal and professional contexts.
Her work blends psychology, coaching science, and emotional intelligence to build the inner strength and practical communication skills that modern leaders and teams need to thrive.
She is available for interviews, panel discussions, features,
and podcast appearances to speak on topics such as courageous communication, leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and overcoming fear in the workplace and beyond.
Expert Topics & Talking Points
Telana regularly speaks on:
- Courage and how to cultivate it
- Fear of failure, self-doubt & imposter syndrome
- Overcoming self-consciousness & building confidence
- Assertiveness, boundary setting & emotional expression
- Leadership communication & conflict navigation
- The psychology of difficult conversations
- Why we take things personally (and how to stop)
- Using emotions wisely in boardrooms, classrooms, and relationships
Professional Background
Telana holds a BSc Honours in Psychology from WITS University and began her career launching international operations for bidorbuy.com. She later coached within Nando’s and helped grow Omega Cycling before founding Inner Coaching in 2004.
Over the past two decades, she has coached hundreds of professionals – from executives to creatives – on courageous leadership, communication, and personal empowerment. Her client list includes DBSA, SARB, Standard Bank, WITS, Legal Aid Board, GIBS, and Future Females.
Telana’s own journey of overcoming fear and finding her voice underpins her deeply personal and effective coaching approach.
Featured In & Media Contributions
Telana has been featured or interviewed by:
- Oprah Magazine | The Star | Die Beeld | Destiny Magazine | Finesse | Shape Magazine | Longevity | Women & Home
- BizCommunity | Future Females | ITWeb | Sanlam Reality Club Magazine | Foschini’s youth imprint ClubX Magazine | Move Magazine | Wellness 24
- 702 | YFM | SAFM | Radio 2000 | Africa Business Radio | Impact Radio | The Personal Brand Era Podcast | Lemons & Pineapples Podcast | Leaders Library
- Summit TV | Good Morning Africa TV | Cliff Central
- Fabulous Woman Magazine | The Emotional Intelligence Network | Hippo | Balanced Life Magazine | COMENSA
Select Articles/Appearances:
- The Pitfalls of Self-Conscious Staff – Bizcommunity
- Join the Shine Revolution – Fabulous Woman Magazine
- Podcast: The Personal Brand Era Podcast
Resources & Media Kits
- Open Letter to future clients (PDF)
- Coaching Profile (PDF)
- Case Study Overview (PDF)
- Areas of Specialisation
- Telana’s Coaching Philosophy
- More about Inner Coaching
- Bravery School
- ebook – Consciously Shine
Other projects by Telana
- onematchstick – featured in Brainstorm Magazine and IT Web
- Palace Expedition in Zambia
- Industrial Decor – upcycling old industrial equipment into home and office decor
Photos and Images
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Consciously Shine – ebook cover
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Contact Telana
For bookings, media interviews, or expert commentary:
📞 +27 83 730 2979
📧 telana@innercoaching.co.za
📸 Instagram: @telanasimpson
🌐 Facebook: @InnerCoaching
🐦 X / Twitter: @Telana