Dr. Damini Chawla is an award-winning keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, clinical dentist and trusted communication coach to leaders across Asia and beyond. She is the founder of Speaking Human—a global platform dedicated to courageous communication that fosters trust, authenticity, and psychological safety.
Raised across India, China, and Australia, Damini grew up as a third-culture kid learning how words could divide and connect. Her own experiences of displacement, identity loss, anxiety, and reinvention fuel the work she does today: helping others stop performing and start connecting.
Named the #1 Speaker at the Asia Professional Speakers Convention 2024, Damini has spoken for global organizations, diplomatic missions and educational institutions. Her sessions blend humour, science, and lived experience to move audiences from laughter to transformation in every session.
Through Speaking Human, she offers:
– Keynotes that inspire clarity, courage, and connection in high-stakes moments.
– Workshops & Facilitation that build psychological safety, belonging, and resilience in teams.
– Executive Coaching to help leaders strengthen their presence and influence.
– Emceeing & Moderation for conferences and panels of up to 15,000, where she creates energy, flow, and connection.
Damini lives in Singapore with her husband and two daughters. When she isn’t on stage or with clients, she’s exploring food, writing, and finding inspiration in the conversations that shape our lives.
This book, Speaking Human: The Hardest Conversations You’ll Have With Yourself, is both a memoir and a manifesto—a guide for anyone ready to speak with courage, clarity, and conviction.
PRAISE/ENDORSEMENTS:-
· “Speaking Human is an uplifting call to action. With personal stories and powerful truths, Damini guides you to have conversations that truly matter – with courage, compassion, and great care – first with yourself, and then with those you love and lead.”
– Ron Kaufman, New York Times Best Selling Author of Uplifting Service
· “True strength isn’t just physical—it’s finding your voice and using it with courage. Damini’s Speaking Human shows us how to do exactly that.” – Natalie Dau, Guinness World Record Holder, Athlete, Project 1000
· “This book will change a lot of lives.” – Michelle Koh, Co-founder SAYA Agency
· “As a coach, I’ve seen again and again that the leaders who create the biggest impact are those willing to do the inner work first – do the inner work, and you’ll transform how you lead, work and live. Speaking Human brings this truth to life with honesty and heart.” – Cathy Johnson, PCC, Authentic Leadership Coach
