About
Julie Kenny
Going from a shy, introverted software developer to a confident public speaker wasn’t an easy shift, and certainly not one I expected after turning 40. That experience now shapes the way I support women in business who care deeply about what they do but don’t always find it easy to talk about it.
Over the past few years, I’ve worked with women who want to speak more confidently about their businesses, whether that’s networking introductions, guest talks or simply feeling more at ease sharing what they do. Again and again, I see that confident speaking isn’t just about skills, it grows from clarity in your message, confidence in the value you bring, and finding a way to communicate that feels natural to you.
My focus is helping you speak with clarity, confidence and authenticity in the moments that matter for your business, without needing to become someone you’re not.
My Vision
Softly Inspired is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive space for women in business to become more confident speaking about what they do.
For some, that may mean stepping onto influential stages within their industry. For others, it may simply be feeling comfortable introducing their business at a local networking event. Both matter, and both can make a real difference to how you show up and grow your business.
My aim is to help you find a way of speaking about your work that feels natural, clear and genuinely yours, so you can connect with the right people without feeling you have to perform or become someone else.
How I work
Speaking about the business you’ve built often brings different challenges from traditional public speaking. It’s more personal, more connected to your identity and often carries higher emotional stakes.
That’s why my approach goes beyond speaking techniques alone. We work on clarity in your message, confidence in the value you bring, and developing a way of communicating that feels natural and sustainable for you.
Alongside practical speaking skills, I focus on creating a supportive environment where you can build confidence at your own pace, without pressure to perform or fit a particular mould.