About Derek Borthwick
BESTSELLING AUTHOR | EXECUTIVE COACH | KEYNOTE SPEAKER
International bestselling author, executive coach and communication specialist helping leaders and professionals communicate with confidence, influence and authority.
Derek Borthwick
Author, business communication trainer, keynote speaker and certified business transformational coach.
100k +
Readers &Listeners
6
Best Selling Books
3000+
Presentations delivered
30+
Years of experience
100k +
Readers &Listeners
6
Best Selling Books
3000+
Presentations delivered
30+
Years of experience delivered
Discover the secret to effortless communication - COMING SOON
Corporate training , coaching & keynote
Discover the secret to effortless communication
Helping professionals communicate, present and influence more effectively
Derek Borthwick is an international bestselling author, executive coach and communication specialist. He helps leaders and professionals master public speaking, presentation skills, executive communication and the art of persuasion.
With over 30 years of business experience and more than 3,000 presentations delivered worldwide, Derek has coached CEOs, FTSE 100 directors, senior executives and business teams.
His practical approach combines communication psychology, body language, influence and negotiation to help people communicate with greater confidence, authority and impact.
“Derek Borthwick isn’t just another author … this is wisdom forged through practice.”
Reader’s House · Literary Excellence coverage
TRUSTED BY GLOBAL BRANDS
"He is awesome."
"Knowledgeable, experienced, open to question and feedback. Very good energy, we were engaged from A to Z."
"Derek was able to pick up points as we went along, and changed content to our specific needs. All in all very interactive and loads of practical tips."
"Very engaging and entertaining. Content was enjoyable and lot of opportunities for practice. Was very flexible in terms of the different topics we covered and made sure to relate it back to the business."
"Derek knows the content very well. He has an amazing knowledge and was able to transfer it to all of us smoothly during the course. Derek's skill and experience both exceptional and at high level."
"Bring him back!"
"Derek is the best public speaking trainer, I wish it was more than three days. He is such an amazing trainer that shares the best techniques for public speaking."
GLOBAL ORGANISATIONS
Trusted by leading organisations
Derek has trained and presented to professionals from global brands, financial institutions and major corporate groups.
EXPERTISE
Core areas of expertise
Derek’s work sits at the intersection of communication, psychology and performance.
Communication & executive presence
- Business communication
- Executive communication
- Confidence and authority
- Personal impact and presence
Presenting, speaking & keynote delivery
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Speaking with confidence
- Keynote speaking for events
Influence, Persuasion & Negotiation
- Influence and persuasion
- Negotiation & Sales
- Rapport building
- Practical commercial psychology
"Derek is one of the best coaches out there in the crowded field of business communication & NLP.
I attended one of his workshops recently and he managed to get across a lot of key points clearly and passionately. There were tangible benefits which I have been able to practice since. I would highly recommend him to my peers and clients."
Tom Barnadiston
I was immediately struck by his positivity, knowledge, self awareness and vast understanding of all things mindset related. He is that rare breed of individual who not only have a great business brain and acumen, but also couple this with an amazing ability to communicate and encourage."
Barry Honeyman
"Derek has always been a creative thinker. Always intriguing and entertaining he has an uncanny ability to make you feel involved. An hour with Derek will change your thought process and undoubtably improve your skills in the communication areas he specialises in.
Graeme Currie
"Just when you think you have people sussed out, Derek throws a whole new dimension on how we think about, act and communicate with others. We were fortunate to have several sessions with Derek and it really helped us understand the art of communication and how we can better use time with others."
Andrew Spence
"I have known Derek for more than a decade and have always been impressed with his understanding of what I need to support my business, and perhaps even more importantly what I didn’t need. I now understand a bit more of the how as well as the why."
Chris Sutton
"If you want better results from your pitching, sales and business communications - working with Derek is a must. Not only does he know his stuff (in depth), but he walks his talk too. A great communicator in one-to-one consultancy, but also a fantastic speaker on stage. Highly recommended."
Philip Calvert
“There aren’t many people in the world like Derek Borthwick. Not only is he very engaging, he has the substance to back that up. I would have no hesitation in making a recommendation to work with Derek.”
Stephen Webster
BACKGROUND & QUALIFICATIONS
Professional background
Derek combines commercial experience, communication expertise and coaching credentials.
BSc
Special Honours
NLP
Master Practitioner of NLP
Mindset
Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
Coaching
CORPORATE BACKGROUND
Derek has delivered programmes for leading international organisations including Deutsche Börse Group, Clearstream, BNP Paribas, Amundi, Jupiter, Aberdeen and Sadara in Saudi Arabia.
His work spans the UK, Ireland, Europe, the Middle East and the United States. He has also coached CEOs, FTSE 100 directors and senior executives, bringing extensive international business experience to his training and executive coaching.
LECTURING & DELIVERY
Derek has lectured and presented for top Scottish universities and has delivered more than 3,000 presentations, workshops and keynote sessions across multiple countries during his career.
His style is practical, engaging and highly participative, with a strong emphasis on real-world application rather than theory for its own sake.
Books by Derek Borthwick
BOOKS
Derek combines commercial experience, communication expertise and coaching credentials.
Inside the Mind of Sales
Sales psychology
How people think, decide and buy, with practical ideas for persuasion and influence.
Negative Thinking
Mindset & resilience
A mindset-focused title designed to help readers reduce negativity and think more constructively.
Negotiation Influence & win-win outcomes
Practical negotiation ideas for business conversations, deals and higher-stakes discussions.
Public Speaking
Confident speaking
Practical techniques to present and communicate with clarity, convidence and conviction.
Body Language
Reading people
Undertstanding nonverbal communication, influence and how people really think and respond.
How to Talk to Anybody
Communication & rapport
Derek’s best-known title, focused on conversation skills, connection and social confidence.
What people say about Derek
Comments from training delegates, readers and professionals who have worked with or learned from Derek
FEEDBACK
Speaking
“A fantastic speaker on stage. If you want better results from your pitching, sales and business communications, working with Derek is a must.”
Philip Calvert
Book Reader
A fascinating blend of neuroscience and practical advice — this book transformed how I communicate.”
George Benaroya · Reader review
Coaching & training
“An hour with Derek will change your thought process and undoubtedly improve your skills in the communication areas he specialises in.”
Graeme Currie
Training & impact
"I presented to the board for the first time and not only nailed it but convinced them to invest more money.”
Private Client
Professional delegate
“I’m thrilled to share that I recently completed the Public Speaking Masterlass. The instructors knowledge and experience made this course truly impactful.”
Mohammed Aldossary · Head of Investor Relation
Transformational Audio
"I have been using your supreme confidence audio. I have stopped treating myself poorly and recently ended up being interviewed on live national television."
Ciaran Clarke · Legal Secretary
Derek Borthwick
Bsc(Hons) (Dip.C.Hyp/NLP)
Derek Borthwick Bsc(Hons) (Dip.C.Hyp/NLP)
“Great book! Different people, different approach, was helpful in understanding the relationship between colleagues and the overall dynamic of my team.”
Tunde (@TundeMissUED) — X (Twitter)
“I’ve always been a non fiction reader on holiday. However this book by Derek Borthwick – Coaching Training Author has captivated me. Some of the techniques are incredible and I’m excited to try them out to continue my development.”
Ryan T Williams — Head of Digital Media Strategy
“ I found your book "Inside the Mind Of Sales" really useful from both a presentation/ sales perspective and also as a buyer where I am being sold too. You have packed in loads of practical insights which have opened my eyes and made me aware of how decision making and negotiations can be influence. Great stuff, thank you.”Bill Bulloch — Leading fund manager search, selection and ongoing governance
“I listened to his audio books and have learned a great deal about how the brain processes words and how voice and tone can affect how your message is received. Derek makes a huge difference. A wonderful set of resources.”
Elizabeth Church, PhD — Director, Business Operations
“I’ve just finished listening to How to talk to anybody on Audible and found it really helpful. You go into just the right depth to keep the listener interested.”
Richard Arnold — Design Office Manager
“Derek thank you! I owe a lot of this to your books 🙌.”
Sofia Pogrebynska — PayPal Europe IT and Cloud Officer
“Thank you so much, Derek! ❤️ You’re an amazing trainer and an incredible author. I’ve learned so much from you, and I’m truly grateful to be part of this course and to have had the chance to meet you.”
Manar Hashem — Digital Performance Manager | WPP Media | Richmond
Train your mind as well as your skills
RAPID LEARNING ACCELERATOR AUDIO
Derek’s Rapid Learning Accelerators are audio programmes designed to support confidence, clarity, focus and performance. They sit naturally alongside the books and courses, helping listeners reinforce the inner state needed to apply what they learn.
Mindset enhancing audio programmes
Short, focused audio experiences built around confidence, calmness, motivation and mental rehearsal. Ideal for readers who want a practical next step after the books.
Ciaran Clarke - Legal Secretary
Next Step
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Next Step
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Power2mind
A home for readers, learners and professionals
Power2Mind brings together Derek’s books, audio, free training and professional expertise, giving visitors a clean route into the right part of his world.
Derek Borthwick
Bsc(Hons) (Dip.C.Hyp/NLP)
Derek Borthwick Bsc(Hons) (Dip.C.Hyp/NLP)
“Great book! Different people, different approach, was helpful in understanding the relationship between colleagues and the overall dynamic of my team.”
Tunde (@TundeMissUED) — X (Twitter)
“I’ve always been a non fiction reader on holiday. However this book by Derek Borthwick – Coaching Training Author has captivated me. Some of the techniques are incredible and I’m excited to try them out to continue my development.”
Ryan T Williams — Head of Digital Media Strategy
“ I found your book "Inside the Mind Of Sales" really useful from both a presentation/ sales perspective and also as a buyer where I am being sold too. You have packed in loads of practical insights which have opened my eyes and made me aware of how decision making and negotiations can be influence. Great stuff, thank you.”Bill Bulloch — Leading fund manager search, selection and ongoing governance
“I listened to his audio books and have learned a great deal about how the brain processes words and how voice and tone can affect how your message is received. Derek makes a huge difference. A wonderful set of resources.”
Elizabeth Church, PhD — Director, Business Operations
“I’ve just finished listening to How to talk to anybody on Audible and found it really helpful. You go into just the right depth to keep the listener interested.”
Richard Arnold — Design Office Manager
“Derek thank you! I owe a lot of this to your books 🙌.”
Sofia Pogrebynska — PayPal Europe IT and Cloud Officer
“Thank you so much, Derek! ❤️ You’re an amazing trainer and an incredible author. I’ve learned so much from you, and I’m truly grateful to be part of this course and to have had the chance to meet you.”
Manar Hashem — Digital Performance Manager | WPP Media | Richmond
— George Benaroya (How to Talk to Anybody)
— UK reviewer (Public Speaking: How to Speak Effectively Without Fear)
— UK reviewer (How to Eliminate Negative Thinking)
— The Duchess (The Art of Negotiation)
“Very good book on self‑awareness and overcoming negativity. Backed by solid research and powerful solutions.”
— Aledars Gold (How to Eliminate Negative Thinking)
— UK reviewer (Body Language: How to Read Anybody)
— Steven (How to Talk to Anybody)
— Verified Reader (Body Language: How to Read Any Body)
“Really worthful advice for all levels. Great examples and techniques—Derek’s narration is engaging and inspiring.”
— Audible Listener (USA) (Public Speaking... Without Fear)
— Verified Reader (The Art of Negotiation
— UK reviewer (Inside the Mind of Sales)
— Audible Listener (Inside the Mind of Sales)
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