The Confidence Factory
Helping teens transform performance anxiety into confidence so they can perform or speak publicly with calm, clarity and enjoyment.
Practical strategies for performance, exams, and public speaking — without pressure or hype.
Drawing on 30+ years in music education and performance. Trusted by students, parents, and schools across Victoria.
What The Confidence Factory Can Do To Help.
We provide -- recorded and live workshops for students -- Short courses for students -- E-Book Journal -- 6+ week courses -- Counselling --Teacher Training -- Book Jo to speak at your next event/professional development
Your Free Guide
10 Confidence Hacks
Simple, safe strategies to help young performers feel calmer, clearer, and more confident.
Your Free Webinar - "How To Prepare for Performance'
Learn how to move forward with confidence, overcome nerves and limiting beliefs, to present confidently face-to-face and online.
(Packed Full of Content. Nothing to spend. NO Fluff NO Filler).
Practise Journal
A guided journal designed to help young performers manage nerves, think clearly under pressure, and feel more in control — in lessons, practice, and performance.
"Getting Mind-Ready For Performance' Recorded Workshop
A practical workshop that teaches young performers and their parents how to understand performance anxiety and develop the mental skills needed to perform confidently.
No more feeling out of control on the stage.
Feel confident on the stage. Perform effectively to a responsive audience.
No more feeling disappointed even after lots of hard work in preparation.
Focus on enjoying your presentation instead of controlling your nerves.Â
Relax and enjoy sharing your presentation with your audience
Be the leader you have always wanted to be.
"Jo’s teaching style was the exact thing I needed whilst going through year 12. I felt completely supported but given enough space to explore. In fact there were things that Jo taught me that I took all the way through my music degree. Methods that I was able to pass onto other students and we were all the better for it. Jo really helped nurture my self-confidence and encouraged me with performance opportunities. I definitely would not be where I am today were it not for her support.” "
Testimonial
CLASSROOM & VOCAL TEACHER Matthew Y. (Melbourne)
"Jo did a “Performance Workshop” for roughly 20 of my primary school aged piano students. They were approaching exams and a concert with a large audience. Her inspiration, ideas, and her support during this time was invaluable. Thank you so much Jo for sharing with us in such a unique way. "
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PIANO TEACHER, Sharon F
"“Possibly the most encouraging educator I’ve ever had. Jo would always find a way to convince us to have a go at something new. She was an expert at creating a fun, relaxed environment to deepen our knowledge and connection with music. The skills I’ve learnt from Jo I will no doubt carry with me for the rest of my life.”"
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Matt L. (Auckland)
"I feel ... "a new lightness when thinking about my upcoming performance exam! Thankyou, Jo for the workshop you presented at school!"
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STUDENT - Preparing for her Yr 12 Performance Examination
Are you a Performance Student who wants some help NOW & even better, for FREE?
Learn how to move forward with confidence, overcome nerves and limiting beliefs, to present confidently face-to-face and online. (Packed Full of Content. Nothing to spend. NO Fluff NO Filler).
