I help teams become confident, compelling communicators through human-centered storytelling.

WHY LIRIAN?

Bailey, communication and storytelling trainer

Every organization invests in systems, strategy, and tools. But results ultimately come down to people: how they communicate, connect, and make others feel.

I’ve seen this in digital marketing, in higher education admissions teams, and across industries: you can have the best message in the world, but if the person delivering it can’t connect authentically, the moment is lost.

The real decision point?

Human connection.

THAT’S THE GAP LIRIAN FILLS.

A blue and white skateboard with black wheels on a wooden floor.

From admissions teams building relationships with prospective students, to sales teams winning client trust, to leadership teams learning to inspire the people around them, the need is the same.

I created Lirian to help teams communicate with clarity, confidence, and presence.

Because people who can communicate with presence don't just deliver information.
They move people to act.

WHAT I OFFER

Customized communication training workshops for teams built around three core training pillars:


01

Interpersonal Communication

Before a story can be told, a connection must be made.

This interpersonal communication training helps your team build trust quickly, make strong first impressions, and show up with confident presence, both verbally and nonverbally.


02

Public Speaking

A great story falls flat without great delivery.

This public speaking training helps your team find their voice, sharpen their presence, and lead the room with authenticity and impact.


03

Storytelling Strategy

People make decisions based on emotion first, logic second.

Storytelling workshops teach the psychology and structure behind great storytelling, so your team’s message is remembered, and felt.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“This was one of the best training sessions that I’ve had. Really detailed and very helpful for our work.”

— Jim Rosemond, Associate Director of UG Admissions,
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY


“I found the exercises extremely valuable because I was able to put what I learned into action.”

— Rosy Vazquez-Guarin, Recruitment Marketing Coordinator, CLEMSON UNIVERSITY


“I highly recommend Bailey to any higher ed institution looking to develop their student workers.

In just a few hours, she accomplished more with our team than our staff could in months.

Anderson University values hospitality, and Bailey’s training helped students embody this in ways that truly make a difference.”

— Dr. Monts, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management,
ANDERSON UNIVERSITY, SC

WHAT I’M WRITING ABOUT

I write about communication, presence, and the human skills that matter most for teams, leaders, and anyone who wants to connect more authentically.

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BEHIND THE NAME

Lirian blends lyre—an ancient symbol of poetic storytelling—with -ian, meaning “one who practices.” It evokes someone who helps others speak with rhythm, presence, and resonance.

At its core, Lirian exists to help people use storytelling to bridge the gap between information and human connection.