Leadership Communication Coaching in Chicago

Helping People Find Their Voice at Work

The Leadership Voice Studio is a Chicago-based leadership communication studio that helps diverse leaders, technical experts, and coaches communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and influence in the conversations that shape careers, teams, and organizations.

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Our Distinct Approach

At Leadership Voice Studio, we believe meaningful growth doesn’t come from one-size-fits-all solutions. Like a creative studio, we create a thoughtful, collaborative space where professionals, leaders, and coaches can reflect, experiment, and develop the voice they bring to their work.

Whether you’re preparing for a high-stakes leadership conversation, building confidence communicating in English, or refining your coaching practice, every engagement is tailored to your goals, context, and aspirations.

Explore our studios to discover how we help leaders, professionals, and coaches find their voice and lead with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.

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Joyce Talag, Chicago leadership coach, presenting interactive communication exercise

For executives, technical leaders, and people managers navigating new responsibilities, difficult conversations, career transitions, and executive presence.

Leadership Coaching

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For professionals who speak English as a second or an additional language and want to communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and influence in the U.S. workplace.

Business English Communication

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The Coaches Studio

Deepen your coaching presence, refine your craft, and build a thriving coaching practice.

Under the direction of Joyce Talag, an ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC) and Mentor Coaching Specialist (MCS) for ACC and PCC, The Coaches Studio offers mentor coaching, supervision, and branding and business development advising for coaches who are pursuing the ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Professional Certified Coach (PCC), or MCC credential, as well as experienced coaches committed to coaching excellence.

Mentor Coaching, Supervision & Business Development for Professional Coaches

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Meet Joyce Talag, MCC, MCSACC, MCSPCC

The Leadership Voice Studio™ was founded by Joyce Talag, an ICF Master Certified Coach, specializing in leadership communication. She has supported more than 1,500 professionals through over 5,000 coaching sessions across technology, consulting, healthcare, financial services, education, and professional services.

Having lived as a child in the Middle East and the Philippines, and immigrated to the United States as an adult, Joyce brings global perspective into her coaching. She takes a culturally responsive approach to helping clients find their voice and communicate with confidence, credibility, and authenticity.

Joyce is an active member of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Workforce and Technology Councils, as well as the International Coaching Federation – Chicago Chapter.

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Testimonials

  • Angie Jara, Product Manager at Zillow

    "In this fast-paced environment, I navigate interactions with numerous stakeholders ranging from engineering teams to executive leadership, which demand not just technical acumen but also strong inter-personal skills and unwavering self-assurance. Joyce's approach, built on deep trust, genuine partnership, and insightful guidance, was instrumental in helping me rebuild my confidence and self-worth, extending far beyond my professional life to encompass my growth as a whole person."

  • John, Technology Director

    "Joyce is a patient and highly professional English coach who pays great attention to detail. She actively listens to my needs and thinks outside the box to create ways to help me improve. With her guidance, I've reduced grammatical slips, softened my tone, and developed greater awareness of situations that trigger stammering. I highly recommend Joyce, not only as an English coach but also as a thoughtful advisor for my communication needs."

  • Yishan H., Product Manager

    “I had the extreme luck of coming across Joyce as my coach for the past eight months. From the moment we met, I was genuinely suprised by how Joyce carries such a calm demeanor, along with an openness, creativity, and empathy.

    She truly listens to what I’m saying and is able to summarize it in a succinct way that brings more clarity to me as well. She always asks intentional and thoughtful questions, never with judgment or prejudice.

    I can say that I’ve been able to talk to Joyce about so many different topics – life, relationship, career, and work – and every conversation has brought me a deeper sense of clarity and understanding. I highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking a kind, warm, and thoughtful coach to help them tackle any challenges in their next chapter!”

  • Jerrold, Senior Business Analyst

    I highly recommend Joyce as a coach! She is always well-prepared and provides structured yet engaging sessions. Apart from teaching the English language, she also shares valuable insights on various topics, making each session enriching and thought-provoking. Her ability to connect language learning with real-world knowledge makes studying with her a truly rewarding experience.

  • Anna, AI Specialist/Data Scientist

    “Joyce is an amazing teacher—always prepared, she truly listens and draws on her coaching and communication experience to help you grow not only in English but also in other areas. I’m so glad I met her!”

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